ACIS accredits, supports, and advances the interests of Colorado independent schools.

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

August 10, 2026 - May 31, 2027

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (26-27 School Year)


Denver JDS announces the opening of a full-time Social Studies teaching position for our Middle School (grades 6–8).
Denver Jewish Day School Background:
Our pluralistic Jewish community day school prepares and inspires Jewish students through an extraordinary secular and Judaic education to live purposefully, act ethically, and thrive in the world. We serve approximately 360 students in grades PK–12 on a beautiful campus in southeast Denver. Our Upper Division comprises nearly 200 students, split evenly between the Middle School (grades 6–8) and (high school). Our approximately 30 Upper Division faculty and staff come from diverse backgrounds and share a commitment to caring for and educating young people holistically.
Role and Responsibilities of the Teacher:
Denver Jewish Day School seeks a passionate, caring, and skillful Social Studies teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The position entails teaching three or four sections of Middle School Social Studies, with specific course assignments to be determined based in part on the new hire’s interest and expertise (e.g., world history, U.S. history, geography, civics). Preference may be given to candidates who can also teach Middle School English and/or high school history electives.
In addition to fulfilling their core teaching responsibilities, full-time faculty at Denver JDS are expected to engage with students in other settings, including advisory, athletics, class trips, Wednesday electives, clubs, and extracurricular activities. Class sizes are small (about 15 students on average), and teachers are typically able to offer students substantial personal attention. Faculty work closely with our Student Support staff to help meet the needs of students with learning differences.
Qualifications:
We are looking for an experienced educator who is excited about working in a small school environment where it is possible to get to know students well and provide highly individualized guidance and support. The ideal candidate will have:
A record of excellence in prior Social Studies teaching roles
Experience and enthusiasm for working with Middle School students
Strong content knowledge in history, geography, and/or civics
Exceptional communication and classroom management skills
An interest in developing creative curricula in collaboration with colleagues
A passion for getting to know students as people and supporting them beyond the classroom
Candidates who can contribute to interdisciplinary programming, support experiential learning (e.g., trips, simulations, projects, extracurriculars), or teach electives may receive preference.

Compensation:
The salary range is $50,000-$68,000, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Faculty and staff whose children are enrolled at the school receive an automatic 50 percent discount on tuition (and additional tuition assistance may be available).
To Apply:
Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Upper Division Vice Principal Danielle Sapiens and Social Studies Department Chair Brian Welling.

Upper Division Science Teacher

August 10, 2026 - June 4, 2027



Upper Division Science Teacher (26-27 School Year)

Denver JDS announces the opening of a full-time position teaching  Science to grades 6-12.  


Denver Jewish Day School Background:

Our pluralistic Jewish community day school prepares and inspires Jewish students through an extraordinary secular and Judaic education to live purposefully, act ethically, and thrive in the world.  We serve approximately 360 students in grades PK-12 on a beautiful campus in southeast Denver.  Our Upper Division comprises around 99 middle schoolers in grades 6-8 and another 95 or so students in high school.  Our approximately 35 Upper Division faculty and staff come from diverse backgrounds and share a commitment to caring for and educating young people holistically.  


Role and responsibilities of the teacher:

Denver Jewish Day School seeks a passionate, caring, and skillful science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.  The position entails teaching five sections of Science, with specific course assignments to be determined based on the new hire’s interest and expertise.  In addition to fulfilling their core teaching responsibilities, full-time faculty at Denver JDS are expected to engage with students in other settings, including advisory, athletics, class trips, Wednesday electives, clubs, and extracurricular activities.  Class sizes are small (about 15 students on average), and teachers are typically able to offer students substantial personal attention.  Faculty work closely with our Student Support Center staff to help meet the needs of students with learning differences.


Qualifications:

We are looking for an experienced educator who is excited about working in a small school environment where it is possible to get to know students well and provide highly individualized guidance and support.  The ideal candidate will have a record of excellence in prior teaching roles, an interest in teaching both Middle and High School, the ability to teach across the Science curriculum, exceptional communication skills, and an interest in developing creative curricula in collaboration with colleagues.  Candidates who can teach a variety of math classes in addition to science may receive preference.


Compensation: 

The salary range is $50,000-$68,000, depending on experience.  We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.  Faculty and staff whose children are enrolled at the school receive an automatic 50 percent discount on tuition (and additional tuition assistance may be available).



Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Upper Division Vice Principal Danielle Sapiens and to High School Dean & STEM coordinator Melanie Knowles

 

Upper Division English Teacher for 26-27

August 10, 2026 - May 31, 2027

Upper Division English Teacher (26-27 School Year)


Denver JDS announces the opening of a full-time Social Studies teaching position for our Upper Division (grades 6-12). Candidates must be willing and excited to teach Middle School.
Denver Jewish Day School Background:
Our pluralistic Jewish community day school prepares and inspires Jewish students through an extraordinary secular and Judaic education to live purposefully, act ethically, and thrive in the world. We serve approximately 360 students in grades PK–12 on a beautiful campus in southeast Denver. Our Upper Division comprises nearly 200 students, split evenly between the Middle School (grades 6–8) and (high school). Our approximately 30 Upper Division faculty and staff come from diverse backgrounds and share a commitment to caring for and educating young people holistically.
Role and Responsibilities of the Teacher:
Denver Jewish Day School seeks a passionate, caring, and skillful English teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The position entails teaching 2-4 sections of Middle School English (one or two preps), using a structured model of direct instruction in vocabulary, grammar, and composition. A full teaching load is five sections (up to three preps), and the successful candidate will likely also teach at least one section of high school English.
In addition to fulfilling their core teaching responsibilities, full-time faculty at Denver JDS are expected to engage with students in other settings, including advisory, athletics, class trips, Wednesday electives, clubs, and extracurricular activities. Class sizes are small (about 15 students on average), and teachers are typically able to offer students substantial personal attention. Faculty work closely with our Student Support staff to help meet the needs of students with learning differences.
Qualifications:
We are looking for an experienced educator who is excited about working in a small school environment where it is possible to get to know students well and provide highly individualized guidance and support. The ideal candidate will have:
A record of excellence in prior English teaching roles
Experience and enthusiasm for working with both middle- and high-school students
Deep knowledge of the world of quality literature suited to middle- and high-school students
Familiarity and ease with structured approaches to teaching grammar, vocab, and composition
Exceptional communication and classroom management skills
An interest in developing creative curricula in collaboration with colleagues
A passion for getting to know students as people and supporting them beyond the classroom
Candidates who can contribute to interdisciplinary programming, support experiential learning (e.g., trips, simulations, projects, extracurriculars), or teach electives may receive preference.

Compensation:
The salary range is $50,000-$68,000, depending on experience. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Faculty and staff whose children are enrolled at the school receive an automatic 50 percent discount on tuition (and additional tuition assistance may be available).
To Apply:
Applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Upper Division Vice Principal Danielle Sapiens and Middle School Dean Megan Zitron.

Upper School English Instructor

August 4, 2026 - June 4, 2027

Colorado Academy seeks candidates for the position of Upper School English Teacher. This is a full-time, ongoing appointment.

Upper School Math Instructor

August 4, 2026 - June 4, 2027

Colorado Academy seeks dynamic candidates for the position of Upper School Math teacher. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty appointment. The position begins in mid-August 2026.

Private Music Instructor-Piano

August 4, 2026 - June 4, 2027

The Visual and Performing Arts department at Colorado Academy seeks a Piano Instructor. Depending on experience, there may be the opportunity to teach additional instrumental or voice lessons. The position will begin August 2026 and will maintain a studio on campus teaching individual music lessons to students in 1st to 12th grade. Lessons are scheduled primarily during school hours but may extend before or after school. In addition to individual instruction, the teacher will work some hours in the evenings and weekends that correspond with recitals, concerts and/or extra-curricular activities.

Director of the REDI Lab

August 4, 2026 - June 4, 2027

The Director of the REDI Lab is a key administrative role responsible for providing strategic vision and operational leadership for all REDI Lab initiatives. This role encompasses the entire program lifecycle, from strategic design and planning to operational execution and financial management. The Director is also a primary liaison for both internal Colorado Academy stakeholders and external partners, ensuring the Lab's programs align with the school's mission while also serving the broader education community.

Upper School Social Studies Instructor

August 4, 2026 - June 4, 2027

The Social Studies Department of Colorado Academy seeks candidates for the position of Upper School Social Studies teacher. This is a full-time, ongoing appointment consisting of advising, four teaching sections, and participation in Interim, our weeklong experimental education program each spring.

Upper Elementary Math Teacher 2026-2027

August 3, 2026 - June 4, 2027

Are you a dynamic and passionate educator with a burning desire to ignite young minds in the world of mathematics? Do you possess the brilliance, enthusiasm, and innovation to transform math education into a thrilling adventure that is both fun and challenging for students? Does your classroom buzz with excitement for mathematical exploration and problem-solving? Aspen Academy is seeking an exceptional Upper Elementary Math Teacher to join our team for the 26-27 school year!

Associate Director of College Counseling

August 3, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Colorado Academy seeks an Associate Director of College Counseling. This is an eleven-month administrative position that begins on August 1, 2026. The Associate Director reports to the Director of College Counseling and will join a team that includes two other Associate Directors and an Administrative Assistant.