Position

Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) teacher  

This full time, 10-month position will generally begin August 2026 and go through the end of the school year (early June/late May).  

Overview 

Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a progressive independent school serving 470 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 goes beyond a simple education. Students here have a chance to play, to choose, to interact and to own and embrace their own learning. 

We Value:

• An inclusive and diverse community 

• Joyfulness 

• Lifelong learning 

• Positive and constructive communication 

• Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness 

• An understanding of elementary children and childhood 

• Commitment to making a positive difference in the world 

Responsibilities Include: 

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

• Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community which values the distinct contributions, background, 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 take responsibility for their own learning and actions  

• Communicating and collaborating with parents and actively involving them in the life of the classroom and of the school 

• Communicating and collaborating positively and professionally with the Stanley staff and community 

• Articulating to parents and prospective parents the developmental needs of a Pre-K student and the importance of a Pre-K program 

• Actively engaging in ongoing professional development, including meeting or exceeding licensing requirements for professional development and credentials as required for the position  

• Implement, support and maintain child care licensing requirements in all areas including, but not limited to; personnel and student files, classroom and playground set-up, reports and documentation, training and professional development

• Working with Division Head, the Head of British Primary Professional Learning, and fellow Pre-K teachers to design Pre-K curriculum and any accompanying documents

• Collaborating with the K-1-2 team to prepare Pre-K students for a multi age classroom

Desired Qualifications and Background Experience: 

• Meets the Early Childhood Teacher qualifications within the Code of Colorado regulations

• 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 

• An appreciation for the British Primary philosophy, including the Seven Goals for Learners: self-awareness, collaboration, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, life-long learning 

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills 

• Flexibility and the ability to manage details and follow-through 

• Teaching experience in Pre-K and K classrooms 

• Experience adapting and modifying curriculum and meeting the needs of diverse learners 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or related field 

• Previous knowledge of Colorado Department of Human Services licensing rules and regulations preferred

• Submit and pass a criminal background check including Colorado Bureau of Investigations and TRAILS/Central Registry criminal record review as required by the Colorado Department of Social Services

• Provide all documentation as required by the State of Colorado Child Care Licensing Division upon hire

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

• Physical demands of the position described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for long periods, bend and kneel frequently, and move quickly to respond to children's needs or classroom emergencies.

Salary and Benefits

The 10 month salary range is $56,000 to $78,000 and is based on experience and education.

The salary range listed is just one component of Stanley’s total compensation for employees. Stanley provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off in addition to paid fall, holiday and spring breaks, paid parental leave, tuition remission and professional development.   

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]

We will be accepting resumes until our position is filled.

MISSION

Grounded in our founding values, we cultivate a community of curious and compassionate learners who are inspired to serve and enrich our world.

VALUES

Community, Curiosity, Faith, Compassion, Humility

ABOUT ST. ANNE’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is a vibrant, independent, preschool-8th grade co-educational school located in the heart of the Denver metro area, serving approximately 450 students. Our school culture fosters a sense of belonging and community, builds character, and pursues academic scholarship, all rooted in our values of curiosity, humility, faith, compassion, and service. We are a supportive community that provides a program where students can thrive academically, athletically, spiritually, artistically, emotionally, and socially.   We build character and integrity upon a spiritual, moral, and ethical foundation and strive to foster the development of people who make significant and lasting contributions to society. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is pleased to announce an opening for a long-term substitute teacher, acting as a Physical Education Teacher. 

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is seeking a passionate and experienced Physical Education Teacher for the 2025 - 2026 academic year.  The professional should bring energy and skills in working effectively with students in lower and middle school. The ideal candidate will have a teaching background and experience in health, wellness, and/or physical education. The Physical Education Teacher will work collaboratively with the P.E. Department as well as the Lower and Middle School faculty.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Develop and teach a physical education curriculum for K-8th grade students

• Practice classroom management that centers the social-emotional needs of children and embodies a joyful classroom environment

• Incorporate a lens of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion across the curriculum in both planning and delivery

• Implement effective teaching strategies such as workshop model, conferring, specific feedback, differentiation, and incorporation of student choice and voice

• Engage actively with assessment practices to inform class-wide instruction and individual student growth in concert with learning specialists

• Communicate effectively with families about student progress through both informal touchpoints as well as formal opportunities (report cards and conferences)

• Utilize technology intentionally and demonstrate an interest in learning about new tools 

• Contribute to community-wide needs and other duties as assigned

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field required.  Master’s Degree preferred

• Minimum of three years experience teaching; experience teaching P.E. is preferred

• Excellent organization, presentation and communication skills

• Strong classroom management skills

• Commitment to collaboration and team teaching across disciplines

• Ability to build a strong rapport with students, families, school personnel and external support providers

• Willingness to develop one's own knowledge and skills through professional development

• Ability to work and communicate effectively and efficiently with and within a culturally diverse student body, staff, and community

• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, visible, resilient, collaborative, and approachable

• An enthusiastic and strong work ethic, a team player, and a self-starter

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent bending, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and walking

• Ability to lift, push, and pull sports equipment and set up gym facilities

• Visual acuity to ensure the safety and proper supervision of students

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our students and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

St. Anne’s believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry, disability genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.  The school’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotional opportunities, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS 

$225/day

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume, Philosophy of Education statement, and list of references to Rene Reynolds, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected].