Mackintosh Academy - Boulder, a co-educational independent school serving gifted students in grades K through 8th is seeking a 20% Teacher to serve as the Assistant Design teacher for grades 6-8 for the 2025-2026 academic year. Mackintosh Academy - Boulder presents an exceptional opportunity to work with bright, dedicated, and creative students and colleagues in a highly innovative and naturally beautiful setting. 

We seek a candidate who values the balance of intellectually challenging and creative programs with developmentally appropriate and research-based practices. Our excellent student-teacher ratios allow for highly differentiated instruction and education of the whole child. We take a strengths-centered approach in offering an academically strong, child-focused and differentiated curriculum to gifted and creative children. 

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative 6-8 Assistant Design Teacher to support the lead teacher in delivering an engaging, inquiry-based curriculum. This role involves fostering curiosity and design thinking in young learners through hands-on, project-based experiences aligned with the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy and framework. 

Position Description

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support K-8 Design teacher in facilitating Middle School Design classes and managing classroom resources.

• Facilitate project-based learning experiences that encourage critical thinking and problem-solving.

• Create a student-centered classroom environment that encourages exploration, questioning, and experimentation.

• Maintain effective communication with families, colleagues, and administration. 

• Stay current with best practices in design education, inquiry-based learning, and the IB philosophy, engaging in professional development as needed.

• Participate fully in staff meetings and retreats, as appropriate.

• Support the overall mission of Mackintosh Academy - Boulder. 

Credentials / Salary / Benefits

• Bachelor’s Degree required.  

• Experience in gifted education and/or International Baccalaureate programs is a plus.  

• Experience teaching in an inquiry-based, project-based, or IB setting preferred.

• Experience with coding, robotics, and/or carpentry is a plus. 

• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with the middle school Design teacher and school leadership.

• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and encouraged.

• Salary range: Salary range: $45,000- $55,000 for 100% FTE. *Please note that this position will be 20% FTE. 

Application 

Please send/email cover letter, resumé, statement of educational philosophy, and supporting materials to [email protected], Attn: Libbi Peterson, 6-8 Assistant Design Teacher. The application deadline for this position is April 29.

Mackintosh Academy - Boulder is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial and marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability.  Mackintosh Academy - Boulder is committed to fostering justice, equity, diversity and inclusion among our employees, school community and beyond. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that promotes a sense of belonging for all. We encourage you to read the school’s BeJEDI Commitment Statement.

For more information about Mackintosh Academy, visit our website.