Equal Opportunity Employer

Peyton School District #23JT does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or age, in access to, employment in, or provision of any Peyton School District #23JT programs, benefits, or activities.

Organization: Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School

Date Posted: 1/22/26

City: Peyton

Location: Colorado

Country: United States

Primary Category: Education

Type of Position: Full-Time

Education Requirement:

Bachelor/or in the process of a Degree/Student Teacher/Alternative Licensure, or in the process of Alternative Certification.

Description & Details:

We are a small rural school located 20 minutes east of Colorado Springs and 10 minutes east of Falcon, Colorado. We have over 600 students in grades Pre-K through 12. The district has three main school buildings: the Elementary School, which hosts students in Pre-K through 6th grade; the Junior-Senior High School, with students in grades 7-12; and the Career Technical Education Facility.

This is a full-time position. Candidates must be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsements. Other extracurricular activities may be a possibility with this position. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with our teacher salary schedule. We are looking for an "upper" level math teacher, specifically Algebra II and III.

How to Apply / Contact:

Applications may be found HERE or online at peyton.k12.co.us, under the employment tab, or they may be obtained in the Administration office at 18320 Main Street, Peyton, CO 80831

For further information, please contact Shane Kelley at 719-749-0417 Ext. 501 or email shanekelley@peyton.k12.co.us

Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School P.E. Teacher 

Organization: Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School

Date Posted: 4/1/26

Date Needed: 08/26

City: Peyton

Location: Colorado

Country: United States

Primary Category: Education

Type of Position: Full-Time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Description & Details

We are a small rural school district located 20 minutes east of Colorado Springs and 10 minutes east of Falcon, CO.  We have over 500 students in grade Pre-K through 12.  The district has three main school buildings: The Elementary School, which hosts students in Pre-K through 6th grade; the Junior-Senior High School, with students in grade 7-12; and the Career Technical Education Facility.

Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School is accepting applications for a Physical Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsements. Other extracurricular activities may be a possibility with this position. Salary and benefits will be according to our teacher salary schedule. Coaching opportunities are also available.

How to Apply / Contact

Applications may be found HERE or online at peyton.k12.co.us/ , under the District Home tab, from there click on the Employment Applications tab, or they may be obtained in the District Administration office located at 18320 Main Street, Peyton, CO. 80831. Please include the following with the completed application-

• Completed Peyton School District Application  

• A letter of application 

• Copies of transcripts showing all degrees earned (unofficial copies are acceptable)

• A copy of your Colorado Teaching license

• A current Resume 

• At least three recent letters of recommendation 

Upon completion, the application documents can be hand-delivered to Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School 13885 Bradshaw Rd. Peyton, CO. 80831, or emailed to Principal Shane Kelley at shanekelley@peyton.k12.co.us.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create a positive learning environment and effective management structures to purposefully promote and foster effective teaching, learning, and student achievement. Create a rigorous instructional learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality. Incorporate additional learning opportunities for advanced and non-proficient students. Ensure all classroom processes, procedures, and data collection are highly organized and effective with optimal use of instructional time. Motivate, engage, and empower learners to track and monitor his/her learning.
 
Design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes aligned with 21st Century learning. Collaborate with educators from other grades or subject areas to establish links between disciplines and influence school-wide curriculum and teaching practice. Demonstrate mastery of content and is able to make curriculum rigorous and relevant to all students. Deliver content that is relevant to students and applicable to the real world. Integrate and align Colorado Academic Standards, instructional objectives, instructional strategies, learning activities, materials, resources, and assessments, and differentiate lesson planning based on individual student needs. Use data management tools to analyze results and draw inferences from data to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement. Establish student, staff, and parental rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Adhere to federal and state legislation, regulation, and policies.

Organization: Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School

Date Posted: 4/14/26

Date Needed: 08/26

City: Peyton

Location: Colorado

Country: United States

Primary Category: Education

Type of Position: Full-Time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Description & Details

We are a small rural school district located 20 minutes east of Colorado Springs and 10 minutes east of Falcon, CO.  We have over 500 students in grades Pre-K through 12.  The district has three main school buildings: The Elementary School, which hosts students in Pre-K through 6th grade; the Junior-Senior High School, with students in grades 7-12; and the Career Technical Education Facility.

One Full-Time Position needed- 1/2 Junior High School English and 1/2 Computer Applications

Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School is accepting applications for a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year.  Ideally, we are looking for one teacher who can teach both English and Computers.  Your schedule would reflect that need as well.   Candidates must be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsements. Other extracurricular activities may be a possibility with this position. Salary and benefits will be according to our teacher salary schedule.

How to Apply / Contact

Applications may be found HERE or online at peyton.k12.co.us/, under the District Home tab, from there click on the Employment Applications tab, or they may be obtained in the District Administration office located at 18320 Main Street Peyton, CO. 80831. Please include the following with the completed application-

• Completed Peyton School District Application  

• A letter of application 

• Copies of transcripts showing all degrees earned (unofficial copies are acceptable)

• A copy of your Colorado Teaching license

• A current Resume 

• At least three recent letters of recommendation 

Upon completion, the application documents can be hand-delivered to Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School 13885 Bradshaw Rd. Peyton, CO. 80831, or emailed to Principal Shane Kelley at shanekelley@peyton.k12.co.us.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create a positive learning environment and effective management structures to purposefully promote and foster effective teaching, learning, and student achievement. Create a rigorous instructional learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality. Incorporate additional learning opportunities for advanced and non-proficient students. Ensure all classroom processes, procedures, and data collection are highly organized and effective with optimal use of instructional time. Motivate, engage, and empower learners to track and monitor his/her learning.
 
Design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop knowledge, skills, and attitudes aligned with 21st Century learning. Collaborate with educators from other grades or subject areas to establish links between disciplines and influence school-wide curriculum and teaching practice. Demonstrate mastery of content and is able to make curriculum rigorous and relevant to all students. Deliver content that is relevant to students and applicable to the real world. Integrate and align Colorado Academic Standards, instructional objectives, instructional strategies, learning activities, materials, resources and assessments and differentiate lesson planning based on individual student needs. Use data management tools to analyze results and draw inferences from data to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement. Establish student, staff, and parental rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Adhere to federal and state legislation, regulations, and policies.

Organization: Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School

Date Posted: 4/16/26

Date N eeded: 8/2026

City: Peyton

Location: Colorado

Country: United States

Primary Category: Education

Type of Position: Full-Time

Education Requirement: Bachelor's

Description & Details

We are a small rural school district located 20 minutes east of Colorado Springs and 1 O minutes east ofFalcon, CO. We have over 500 students in grades Pre-K through 12. The district has three main school buildings: Toe Elementary School, which hosts students in Pre-K through 6th grade; the Junior-Senior High School, with students in grades 7-12; and the Career Technical Education Facility.

Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School is accepting applications for a Special Education Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must possess, or be able to obtain, a Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsements. Other extracurricular activities may be a possibility with this position. Salary and benefits will be according to our teacher salary schedule.

How to Apply / Contact

Applications may be found HERE or online at peyton.k12.co.us/ , under the District Home tab, from there click on the Employment Applications tab, or they may be obtained in the District Administration office located at 18320 Main Street, Peyton, CO. 80831. Please include the following with the completed application-

• Completed Peyton School District Application  

• A letter of application 

• Copies of transcripts showing all degrees earned (unofficial copies are acceptable)

• A copy of your Colorado Teaching license

• A current Resume 

• At least three recent letters of recommendation 

Upon completion, the application documents can be hand-delivered to Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School 13885 Bradshaw Rd. Peyton, CO. 80831, or emailed to Principal Shane Kelley at shanekelley@peyton.k12.co.us.

TEACHER JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Building Principal and the BOCES Director of Special Education, the Licensed Special Education Teacher develops and provides specialized instruction to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities; Evaluates and assesses student progress against instructional objectives; follows State-mandated due process procedures, and functions as the IEP Manager to assigned students.

Create a positive learning environment and effective management structures to purposefully promote and foster effective teaching, learning, and student achievement. Create a rigorous instructional learning environment that establishes routines and provides for student engagement through questioning, speculation, and originality. Incorporate additional learning opportunities for advanced and non-proficient students. Ensure all classroom processes, procedures, and data collection are highly organized and effective with Optima! use of instructional time. Motivate, engage, and empower learners to track and monitor his/her leaming.

Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Essential functions of the job may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides research-based specialized instruction to address the instructional goals and objectives contained within each student's IEP.

• Assesses student progress and determines the need for additional reinforcement or adjustments to instructional techniques.

• Employs various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of learning to enable students to meet their IEP goals.

• Develops and implements annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) plans for students to include: present levels of educational performance, special education needs, instructional goals and objectives, and the special education and related services required to meet those goals.

• Schedules team meetings and works cooperatively with child study team members and others in developing instructional goals and strategies.

• Coordinates the delivery of special education services in each student's IEP.

• Creates a positive learning experience with emphasis on individualized instruction using appropriate sources, including 1-pads and other technology.

• Serves as primary contact for the parent.

• Conducts special education evaluations and reevaluations.

• Provides direction, supervision, and evaluation of PARA Professionals as directed.

• Complies with School Board policies and all state/federal rules and regulations.

• Completes all district and state reporting requirements.

Other functions of the job include, but are not limited to the following:

• Establishes and maintains student control and discipline in the classroom, school premises or during school activities.

• Employs and implements a classroom structure and consistency to encourage student responsibility, cooperation, and mutual respect consistent with district policies and procedures.

• Collaborates and consults with educational professionals and community service providers (i.e., social services, public health, medical providers, etc.) regarding the needs of students.

• Provides consultation to classroom teachers regarding classroom adaptations, instructional modifications, adaptive equipment, behavior modification plans, and other similar instructional interventions to meet the needs of students with disabilities.

• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature, apparent or as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Required:

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of special education and specialty area.

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching of students with disabilities.

• Thorough knowledge of school rules, regulations, and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior.

• Ability to deliver and articulate oral presentations and written reports.

• Ability to effectively analyze needs and problems objectively.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, staff, administration, and the general public.

• Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.

• Knowledge of relevant technology, including the use of technology to individualize instruction.

• Meet professional teacher education requirements of the school district and state.

• Knowledge and skills in working with children with ADD and behavioral and emotional disabilities.

• Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis. Physical Requirements: Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift, move, and/or support up to 50 pounds (and/or up to adult size body weight with two-to-three person lift). The position may require some physical interaction with students who have difficulty controlling their behavior.

Organization: Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School

Date Posted: 3/22/26

City: Peyton

Location: Colorado

Country: United States

Primary Category: Athletics

Description & Details:

We are a small rural school located 20 minutes east of Colorado Springs and 10 minutes east of Falcon, Colorado. We have over 600 students in grades Pre-K through 12. The district has three main school buildings: the Elementary School, which hosts students in Pre-K through 6th grade; the Junior-Senior High School, with students in grades 7-12; and the Career Technical Education Facility.

How to Apply / Contact:

Please contact Reichard Deems via email at richarddeems@peyton.k12.co.us with a letter of interest and your resume.

For further information, please get in touch with Richard Deems at 719-749-0417 or email richarddeems@peyton.k12.co.us

Organization: Peyton Elementary School

Date Posted: 3/19/26

City: Peyton

Location: Colorado

Country: United States

Primary Category: Education

Type of Position: Full-Time

Education Requirement:

Bachelor/or in the process of a Degree/Student Teacher/Alternative Licensure, or in the process of Alternative Certification.

Description & Details:

We are a small rural school located 20 minutes east of Colorado Springs and 10 minutes east of Falcon, Colorado. We have over 600 students in grades Pre-K through 12. The district has three main school buildings: the Elementary School, which hosts students in Pre-K through 6th grade; the Junior-Senior High School, with students in grades 7-12; and the Career Technical Education Facility.

This is a full-time position. Candidates must be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsements. Other extracurricular activities may be a possibility with this position. Salary and benefits will be in accordance with our teacher salary schedule.

How to Apply / Contact:

Applications may be found HERE or online at peyton.k12.co.us, under the employment tab, or they may be obtained in the Administration office at 18320 Main Street, Peyton, CO 80831

For further information, please contact Kelly Nickell at 719-749-0170 Ext. 312 or email kellynickell@peyton.k12.co.us

Fleet Service Technician

The Peyton School District is seeking applicants for a Fleet Service Technician position. The successful

candidate will report to the Director of Transportation and be responsible for ensuring each student's safe

and efficient transportation by keeping the district's vehicles/equipment in operation so that they do not

present problems or interruptions to the educational or activity programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Minimum two years of hands-on experience in repairing light, medium, and/or heavy-duty

vehicles/equipment.

● Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a Colorado Class B-PS Commercial Driver's

License.

● Adapts to changes in responsibilities and work schedule with a positive attitude.

● Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a Colorado Department of Education Annual

Inspector Qualification Certificate.

● Ability to perform repairs on school buses and related district vehicles.

● Provides own hand tools needed for repairing and servicing district vehicles/equipment.

● Ability to meet all the qualifications for a school bus driver.

SALARY / BENEFITS:

Fair and competitive starting wages, with experience considered, and a 4-day work week. Benefits

include paid vacation, sick days, holidays, and Health & Dental insurance.

ASE certification incentive—Each Peyton School District Fleet Service Technician who successfully

obtains and maintains two ASE School Bus certifications will be entitled to a stipend of $750.00 per year.

Peyton School District will only give this incentive up to a maximum of six ASE School Bus

certifications. Peyton School District will reimburse the employee for the test and registration fees after

the employee has successfully passed the test.

WORK YEAR:

208 days, 10 hours per day, 4 days per week.

CLOSING DATE:

Until filled

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested applicants must submit an Application to Sarah Patterson (sarahpatterson@peyton.k12.co.us),

Director of Transportation, Peyton School District #23JT, 13990 Bradshaw Road, Peyton, CO 80831.

THIS POSTING IS NOT INCLUSIVE OF THE JOB DESCRIPTION

Application

Peyton Jr.-Sr. High School is looking for the following: 

Transportation Paraprofessional : We have a new student that will be starting October 14, 2025. He will be going to the BOCES program in Calhan. We are looking for an afternoon paraprofessional to ride with him. The driver will leave at 3:30pm to pick him up by 4:00pm and then will take him home. You are guaranteed 2 hours/day.  Starts at $16.19/hour. This position is Tuesday-Friday. If you are interested please contact either Sarah Patterson sarahpatterson@peyton.k12.co.us or Shane Kelley shanekelley@peyton.k12.co.us 

Vacancy Notice – BUS DRIVERS & SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVERS
The successful candidate will report to the Transportation Director and be responsible for providing safe and efficient transportation so that students may take full advantage of the district’s curriculum and extracurricular programs.

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Possession of or ability to obtain Colorado Class B P2S Commercial Driver’s License.
• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Complete training program for bus drivers.
• Meets all qualifications for Bus Driver
• Drug and Alcohol testing before and during employment
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: The Transportation Director establishes a workday based on needs. After training, the rate is $20.33 per hour.
CLOSING DATE: open until filled

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Application available here
Submit application to Sarah Patterson, Transportation Director, Peyton School District #23JT, 13990 Bradshaw Road, Peyton, CO 80831