Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach, plan lessons, and foster and evaluate student growth in the core elementary disciplines in a Lower School homeroom (at Aspen Country Day School, Lower School comprises Kindergarten through Fifth Grade)

• Implement instructional strategies and use clear and consistent classroom management in concert with the school’s core values and philosophy

• Supervise play areas during break, recess, and lunchtime

• Attend and co-lead Outdoor Education trips in fall and spring

• Participate in ski days in the winter months

• Guide students with organization, problem solving, and conflict resolution to support individual needs

• Communicate professionally and effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators; this includes both email and phone communications as well as written reporting such as report cards and classroom newsletters

• Assist with fall classroom move-in and spring move-out; attend required in-service days, meetings, and training sessions

• Adhere to guidelines, procedures, and policies in the Employee Handbook 

• Stay current of school-wide information as provided

Successful candidates will have:

• Teaching experience in grades K-5 preferred

• A love of elementary children and early childhood education

• Professional desire to develop or continue to develop teaching skills in the academic disciplines as well as in the on-going work of social/emotional development of children

• Understanding of child development and the importance of stoking curiosity in all learners 

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning in a dynamic school community

• Ability to work in a collegial and highly collaborative environment

• Skill in the use of technology such as Google Workspace, student information systems, online MAP assessment 

• Adaptability in teaching environments -- from the traditional classroom to settings on campus, online, or outdoors

• A growth mindset, sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills

• Bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred

The wage rate for this position will include a salary in the range of $55,000 - $80,000; health, dental, and disability insurance; many other benefits including retirement plan, tuition remission for qualified candidates, lunch. To apply, submit cover letter and resume to [email protected]