TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on3919, Palmer Park Boulevard, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80909, United States
About the Role
Join Colorado Springs School District 11 as a Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) at Twain Elementary School. In this 1.0 FTE role, you will serve as a vital link between classroom instruction and district-wide initiatives, helping to strengthen systems of learning and support across our schools.
As a professional educator, you will embody the district's values of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and excellence. Your leadership will empower educators, inspire students, and advance our shared commitment to providing rigorous, engaging, and equitable learning opportunities for every learner. You will act as a reflective practitioner, continuously seeking to improve through professional learning and feedback while modeling best practices for staff and students.
A Day in the Life
Your work will focus on providing instructional leadership by supporting educators in implementing evidence-based practices. You will facilitate professional learning communities, coaching sessions, and mentoring programs to build teacher capacity. A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to coordinating school and district initiatives, including curriculum development, technology integration, and student behavior supports.
You will use data to inform decision-making, analyzing student and classroom metrics to guide instructional strategies and program development. By fostering strong relationships with teachers, administrators, and families, you will help create a positive, inclusive, and equitable learning environment. Your role requires adaptability as you respond to evolving instructional and behavioral needs, ensuring that all students have access to the support they need to succeed academically and socially.
Join Our Team
We are looking for a dedicated educator who is passionate about student success and school improvement. If you are ready to make a tangible impact on the learning culture at Twain Elementary and beyond, we invite you to apply.
Equal Opportunity
School District 11 is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination regarding disability, race, creed, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, national origin, religion, ancestry, age, genetic information, or protected activity. We provide equal access to all programs and activities and do not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on these protected areas. For more information regarding our compliance with federal and state laws, please contact the District 11 Office of Equal Opportunity Programs & Ombudservices.
Work location
Work model: On-site
3919, Palmer Park Boulevard, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80909, United States
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSupport educators in implementing effective, evidence-based instructional practices
- check_circleFacilitate professional learning communities, coaching sessions, and mentoring programs
- check_circleAssist with development and implementation of school-wide instruction and curriculum initiatives
- check_circleCoordinate intervention systems and restorative or behavioral supports for students
- check_circleCollect, analyze, and interpret student data to guide instructional strategies and interventions
- check_circleModel exemplary instructional and leadership practices for staff and students
- check_circleBuild collaborative relationships with teachers, administrators, staff, and families
- check_circleContribute to creating a positive, inclusive, and equitable learning environment
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in education or related field
- verifiedValid Colorado Teaching License appropriate to assignment
- verifiedMinimum of three (3) years of successful classroom or equivalent instructional experience
- verifiedLegally authorized to work in the United States
Nice to Have
Master's degree; experience as an instructional coach, interventionist, or program coordinator; administrative or specialist endorsement; bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or other district-identified languages).
Benefits & Perks
check_circle6% of base salary in Non-Recurring Pay distributed in November and Maycheck_circleAdditional $5,000 Staffing Stability Incentive split over two payments for eligible schoolscheck_circle10 extra paid days beyond the District Calendar for eligible staffcheck_circleOne-step salary increase for Mitchell High School Teachers/SSPsPay for Performance Bonus paid out in the fall for Mitchell High School staff
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Instructional Strategies, Curriculum Design, Evidence-Based Teaching Practices, Adult Learning Theory, Coaching, Mentoring, Professional Learning Communities, Data Analysis, Positive Behavior Supports, Restorative Practices.
Education: Bachelor's degree in education or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
Frequently asked questions about TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11
What does a TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 do?expand_more
In this TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 role, you will support educators in implementing effective, evidence-based instructional practices; facilitate professional learning communities, coaching sessions, and mentoring programs; assist with development and implementation of school-wide instruction and curriculum initiatives; and coordinate intervention systems and restorative or behavioral supports for students.
What are the requirements for this TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN role?expand_more
To qualify for the TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in education or related field; Valid Colorado Teaching License appropriate to assignment; Minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom or equivalent instructional experience; and Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Where is the TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN role at Colorado Springs School District 11 located?expand_more
TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 is based in 3919, Palmer Park Boulevard, Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80909, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Colorado Springs School District 11 has listed this TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN role?expand_more
TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN role at Colorado Springs School District 11?expand_more
Key skills for TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 include Instructional Strategies; Curriculum Design; Evidence-Based Teaching Practices; Adult Learning Theory; Coaching; Mentoring; Professional Learning Communities; and Data Analysis.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in education or related field required; and Master's degree preferred.
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TOSA: Elementary Specialist/DEAN at Colorado Springs School District 11 is part of the teaching job category on Recrutus.