Lower School Science Teacher

Aspen Country Day School 

Full Time, Exempt

Aspen Country Day School seeks an enthusiastic and experienced Lower School Science Teacher to inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of scientific inquiry for students in Early school through Third Grade beginning in mid-August 2026. The ideal candidate embraces hands-on, inquiry-based learning and understands how young children learn best, through exploration, questioning, and meaningful connections to the world around them. 

This teacher will design and deliver engaging science instruction aligned with the school’s mission and values, collaborate closely with grade-level teams, and contribute positively to the life of the school community. 

About Aspen Country Day School 

This Early School through Eighth Grade school is known for its intentional approach to challenging and nurturing children as they build confidence, resilience, and joy in learning. Vibrant academic, arts, and outdoor programs led by dedicated teachers give students a solid foundation for lives of meaning and purpose. At its campus in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the school welcomes approximately 300 students from throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. It is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. Visit www.aspencountryday.org to learn more. 

Salary 

The wage rate for this position will include a salary range of $60,000 - $70,000 and will be commensurate with experience. 

This is a full-time position with health, dental, vision, disability insurance and retirement plan offerings. 

Essential Functions 

• Teach, plan lessons, foster and evaluate student growth through developmentally appropriate, inquiry-based science lessons that foster curiosity, observation, experimentation, and problem-solving

• Refine and implement a science curriculum that integrates life, physical, and earth sciences and aligns with best practices in lower school education

• Foster a classroom culture that values collaboration, including group investigations, partner work, scientific discussions, and shared reflection. 

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students

• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction 

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate science learning across disciplines when appropriate

• Communicate effectively and professionally with families regarding curriculum, student progress, and classroom activities 

• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events 

Expectations 

This is a full-time position that begins in mid-August 2026. The standard schedule is 7:45am to 3:45pm, with 2 faculty meetings per month until 4:30, although team planning meetings may require additional time. Additionally, all faculty members share daily supervision duties at the school. Occasional evening and weekend commitments are required throughout the school year. This position also supports and engages with the school’s outdoor education program by attending multiple trips throughout the academic year and participates in grade-based ski days. 

 

NOTE: This position requires a pre-employment criminal background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

Physical Demands

? Visual Acuity: Ability to bring objects into focus.

? Balancing: Maintaining equilibrium.

? Bending: Bending or position oneself to move an object from one level to another.

? Carrying: transporting or moving an object.

? Crouching: Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.

? Climbing: Ascending or descending stationary objects.

? Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Performing work through using two or more body parts or  other devices.

? Gripping/Grasping: Ability to apply pressure with fingers and palm.

? Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, through use of hands, fingers, or other means.

? Hearing: Perceiving and comprehending the nature and direction of sounds.

? Kneeling: Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees

? Lifting: Moving objects weighing no more than 10 pounds from one level to another.

? Pushing/Pulling: Ability to use upper extremities to exert force in order to press, draw, drag or haul objects in a sustained motion.

? Reaching: Extending the hands and arms or other device in any direction.

? Repetitive motions: Making frequent or continuous movements.

? Sitting: Remaining in a stationary position.

? Standing: Ability to sustain position for a period of time.

? Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.

? Talking: Communicating ideas or exchanging information.

? Walking: Ability to move to traverse from one location to another.

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature of the work. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. 

To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume to [email protected]. 

Aspen Country Day School  provides equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law. The school's statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion is HERE.