What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) Teacher/FCCLA Advisor - Secondary 9-12 Grades position at SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. RE-1, VALLEY?
- HIRING FOR 2026/2027 SCHOOL YEAR**
The ideal candidate will provide engaging, real-world instruction that prepares students with essential life, career, and technical skills while promoting leadership development through FCCLA.
REPORTS TO: Principal
SALARY RANGE & CATEGORY: $44,000 - $65,853 on Teacher Salary Schedule (Extra Duty Stipend for FCCLA Advisor based on Extra Duty Salary Schedule)
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
WORK CALENDAR: 167 days
FTE: 1.0
Full-time with benefits; 4-day school week (Tuesday - Friday)
POSITION SUMMARY: To provide high-quality instruction in Family & Consumer Sciences while developing students' academic, career, and life skills, and to lead the FCCLA program to promote leadership, service, and career readiness.
Instructional Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Deliver standards-based instruction aligned with Colorado Academic Standards for Family & Consumer Sciences
- Teach courses such as:
- Foods & Nutrition
- Child Development & Parenting
- Personal Finance & Consumer Skills
- Interior Design / Housing
- Career Exploration
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs
- Integrate career and technical education (CTE) pathways and real-world applications
- Utilize data to inform instruction and improve student outcomes
- Serve as advisor for the school's FCCLA chapter
- Organize and supervise student participation in:
- District, state, and national FCCLA events
- Competitive events and leadership conferences
- Support student leadership development and community service projects
- Maintain compliance with FCCLA guidelines and reporting
- Maintain and enhance a high-quality FCS program aligned with CTE and Perkins V standards
- Support Work-Based Learning (WBL) and School-Based Enterprise (SBE) opportunities where applicable
- Maintain classroom labs, equipment, and safety protocols
- Maintain current licensure
- Participate in professional development
- Support district and building improvement initiatives
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and stakeholders
- Follow district policies and procedures
- RE-1 Valley employees shall comply with standard practices and ethical conduct toward information and information technology, students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community. In conscientiously conducting his or her affairs, the employee shall exemplify the highest standards of professional commitment.
- Bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Sciences or related field preferred and will be given first consideration
- Valid Colorado Teaching License with appropriate CTE endorsement, or ability to obtain (additional coursework required for eligibility toward a Colorado Teacher License is required or must be completed within an agreed-upon timeframe)
- Currently hold a Colorado Substitute Teaching License if Teacher License is not completed
- Knowledge of Colorado CTE standards and career pathways
- Strong classroom management and instructional planning skills required
- Experience teaching secondary FCS courses preferred
- Experience with inquiry-based learning and project-based instruction preferred
- Ability to integrate primary sources and research-based activities
- Experience incorporating technology into instruction
- Bilingual skills preferred
- Strong understanding of Family & Consumer Sciences content areas
- Ability to deliver hands-on, engaging instruction
- Classroom and lab management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to integrate technology into instruction
- Organizational and time-management skills
- Classroom and laboratory (kitchen/child development lab) setting
- Exposure to kitchen equipment, cleaning agents, and standard school environment conditions
- Occasional evening or weekend events (CTSO activities, competitions, etc.)
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with district policy and the Colorado Teacher Evaluation System.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: see attached link
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions - CLICK HERE
Application And Selection Procedure
- Candidates: Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/re1valley/onlineapp/
- Completed and submitted online application.
- A current cover letter or letter of interest detailing information about the candidate and their interest in the position.
- A current, professional resume.
- Three current professional letters of reference.
- Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, and a limited number of candidates are selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon completing the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination.
RE-1 Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits, which may include:
- Employer-paid health insurance.
- Optional dental and vision insurance.
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Plans
- Retirement Savings Plans
Insurance Information - CLICK HERE
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Additional Notation
All staff are to be cognizant of policies regarding confidentiality. All District Board of Education policies may be viewed from the District's website.
RE-1 Valley School District has two high schools, one middle school, one junior high school, three elementary schools and two preschools and serves approximately 1,910 students in the Sterling and Iliff/Crook areas, employing about 400 staff. RE-1 Valley School District utilizes a 4-day school week schedule (Tuesday-Friday).
RE-1 Valley employs highly qualified, dedicated staff who believe our mission is to prepare all students for productive, successful lives beyond school through a balanced curriculum, activities, community experiences, global awareness, high expectations and interaction among students, parents and community. Visit the District website at www.re1valleyschools.org for more information including updated job postings and salary schedules.
Caliche Elementary and Caliche Jr/Sr High School, located outside Iliff, CO, are a part of RE-1 Valley School District. The District Administration Center is located in Sterling, CO (Logan County) in the Northeastern corner of Colorado on Interstate 76 alongside the Platte River. Having the largest population, approximately 13,900, in Logan County and much of the surrounding area, Sterling offers shopping, restaurants, numerous parks, a recreation center, access to medical care and is located near North Sterling Reservoir. Sterling is approximately 1 1/2 hours from Denver International Airport and 2 hours from Denver and the Front Range (I-25 corridor).
RE-1 Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. RE-1 Valley School District makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Salary : $44,000 - $65,853