Position: Maternity Leave for the Middle School (6-8) Visual Arts Teacher 

Reports to:  Kendall Early, Head of Middle School

Contract Terms:  Full time, approximately 3 months, to begin August 2026

This position will teach 6th through 8th grade visual and fine arts classes as well as provide our students with joyful, interactive learning experiences that give them choice and voice in their learning. We are looking for candidates who love art and have a strong desire to teach middle school children.

About Stanley BPS: 

Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a progressive independent school serving nearly 500 children from Pre- kindergarten through 8th grade. For 50 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. At Stanley, a child's education goes well beyond academics - our teachers and our instruction principles give children the opportunity to reach their full potential academically, creatively, socially, emotionally, and physically. We asked parents, teachers, staff, and students to reflect on why they chose Stanley BPS. The answers we heard reflect a place and a philosophy unlike any other in the Denver independent school landscape. Teaching and learning at Stanley go beyond a simple education. Students here have a chance to play, to choose, to interact, and to own and embrace their own learning. SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

We value:

• An inclusive and diverse community 

• Joyfulness 

• Lifelong learning 

• Positive and constructive communication 

• Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness 

• An understanding of children and childhood 

• Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Teaching 6th-8th Grade visual and fine arts classes 

• Inspiring and educating children to develop to their full potential – socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically, and creatively 

• Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community that values the distinct contributions and abilities of each child 

• Implementing integrated, meaningful, developmentally-appropriate curricula in which students can explore and experiment through first-hand experiences 

• Creating opportunities for students to know themselves, to make good choices, and to take responsibility for their own learning and actions 

• Leading advisory classes of a combined group of 6, 7, and 8th-grade students

• Engage in student-life activities, including school assemblies, dances, clubs, electives, student grade-level meetings, and traveling on middle school overnight trips, such as the homeroom camping trip

• Depending on background, involvement with the middle school athletics program, and/or 3-8 extracurricular activities 

• Assisting with duties as needed, such as carpool, recess, lunch, and other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications and Background Experience: 

• A bachelor’s degree 

• A degree in the arts or experience teaching visual arts 

• An appreciation for and understanding of Stanley British Primary’s philosophy of education, including the 7 goals for learners of self-awareness, collaboration, respect, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, lifelong learning 

• A deep enjoyment in working with, honoring, and valuing each individual child

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core value in the classroom and within the school community 

• A commitment to, enjoyment of, and appreciation of the developmental needs of 6th-8th-grade students 

• A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students 

• Experience working in a diverse environment 

• Highly organized and attentive to detail, keeping track of a wide variety of dates, deadlines, and logistics 

• A willingness to pitch in and help out wherever needed 

• A self-starter who is attentive to the needs of individual faculty and of the overall middle school team.

• Strong oral and written communication skills. 

• Familiarity and comfort with a range of technology, including the Google platform and the Microsoft software suite 

• A desire to work with middle school-aged children 

• A positive presence and enthusiasm for life-long learning 

• Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and reach, stoop, kneel, and bend.

Salary and Benefits:

Long-Term Sub Rate: $185 per day

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment and access to services and programs. 

To Apply:

To initiate an application, send a cover letter and resume to:

Susan Farr

Stanley British Primary School

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

[email protected]

Interviews will start as resumes are received. We will be accepting resumes until our position is filled.