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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.

 

St. Mary's Academy - Lower School Principal

October 2, 2025 - November 5, 2025

About St. Mary's Academy

Founded in 1864 by the Sisters of Loretto, St. Mary’s Academy (SMA) is Colorado’s oldest, continuously operating independent school. Located on a 24-acre campus in Englewood, just minutes from downtown Denver and the Rocky Mountains, SMA serves 717 students in a coed Preschool (3-year-olds) through Grade 8 program and an all-girls college preparatory high school. For over 160 years, SMA has upheld its Catholic, independent school heritage with a commitment to academics, faith, service, and community.

Grounded in our Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect, SMA is committed to creating powerful agents of change who are prepared for academic success and lives of leadership and service.

About the Lower School

The Lower School serves students from Preschool through Grade 5, with approximately 200 students. It’s a joyful and close-knit community where learning feels natural and every child is known personally. Families are deeply engaged, and faculty build strong relationships with students.

Students develop strong foundations through a challenging curriculum in a highly supportive, community-oriented environment. They benefit from small classes, individualized attention, and positive interactions with master teachers, learning specialists, and teaching assistants. Learning is hands-on and project-based, sparking interest and a sense of caring about the world. Families are deeply engaged, and faculty build strong relationships with students. At Grade 5, students enjoy expanded opportunities with elective courses in the arts, Spanish, and physical education, taught by Middle School specialists, which eases their transition to the next level.

SMA maintains high academic standards while fostering a love of learning. Students engage with programs like Superkids Reading, Into Reading, and enVision Math, alongside hands-on, play-based learning opportunities. The Loretto Leaders program offers Lower School students age-appropriate service opportunities, enabling them to develop responsibility, empathy, and leadership skills.

Position Summary

The Lower School Principal serves as the instructional leader and ambassador for SMA’s youngest learners. Reporting to the President, the principal is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Lower School, ensuring that every student is academically challenged, socially and emotionally supported, and spiritually nurtured. The principal serves as the primary spiritual leader in our Catholic education.

This role requires strategic vision and hands-on engagement. The principal will lead curriculum development and assessment practices, bringing strong instructional expertise and experience with emerging educational technologies. They will work closely with the Admissions Office to attract and welcome new families, and partner with the Advancement Office to cultivate donor relationships that support the Lower School’s mission. The principal will champion thoughtful program growth that honors the magic of the SMA community.

The next principal will join a collaborative leadership team and maintain a visible, energetic presence on campus. Responsibilities include faculty hiring, supervision, and professional development; strategic planning; and serving as the public face of the Lower School.

Most importantly, the Lower School Principal must embody the warmth and authenticity that make SMA special. This is a leader who genuinely loves working with children and inspires confidence in families, faculty, and students alike. 

Qualifications and Candidate Attributes

St. Mary’s Academy seeks an experienced, forward-thinking leader who combines strong professional skills with an engaging, enthusiastic personality. The ideal candidate brings an understanding of Catholic education and proven experience in a faith-based learning environment.

Professional Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in early childhood and elementary education (elementary principal experience strongly preferred) • Master’s degree required

• Extensive experience in elementary education and program development

• Proven success in faculty hiring, development, and evaluation

• Strong understanding of curriculum design, assessment, and innovative instructional practices

• Experience with admissions, recruitment, and serving as a public spokesperson

Candidate Attributes

• Demonstrates a strong commitment to the Catholic faith and Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect

• Keeps SMA’s mission at the center of decision-making and serves as the administrator of SMA’s strategic plan in the Lower School

• Shows genuine enthusiasm for St. Mary’s Academy and its mission, with appreciation for the values of a faith-based school environment

• Brings energy, charisma, and positivity, and is someone students run to greet and parents enjoy working with

• Builds trust naturally through genuine listening and creates strong connections with students, faculty, and families

• Embraces new ideas and asks “why not?” when considering possibilities for program improvement

• Brings wisdom and stability to leadership while embracing joy and new ideas

• Creates fun, builds traditions, and ensures the Lower School is a place of celebration and achievement

• Represents SMA authentically and enthusiastically to prospective families, community partners, and the broader educational community

To Apply: 

Please submit the following to Lyndal Brookhart, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected]

• A cover letter addressed to St. Mary’s Academy explaining your interest in the Lower School Principal position
• Current résumé
• Brief statement of educational philosophy (1–2 pages)
• Contact information for three to five professional references (references contacted only with candidate permission)

Salary Range:
• $120,000 – $130,000, based upon experience, with a comprehensive benefits package.

PK Director and Spanish Component Teacher

September 22, 2025 - June 5, 2026

Escuela de Guadalupe is seeking a Pre-K Director and Spanish component teacher beginning immediately for the 2025-2026 school year.

Who We Are
Escuela de Guadalupe is an innovative Catholic, dual-language PK-8 school in Denver, CO. It has been recognized locally and nationally for its academic excellence and for being financially accessible to all families.

Mission Statement
We provide an academically excellent, Catholic education in English and Spanish to cultivate the next generation of community leaders.

Primary-Lower El Spanish Teach

August 13, 2025 - June 30, 2026

MSE is seeking a Spanish Teacher to join our well-established Montessori school. A Spanish Teacher maintains and contributes to an exceptional learning environment for student’s Primary through 3rd grade. The Spanish Teacher participates in the life of the school, collaborating with a team in a mission-driven environment. Position is 4-6 hours a week. 

 

Responsibilities


Learning Environment

  • Establish and communicate clear learning objectives

  • Promote a love of the Spanish language and passion for learning

  • Prepare and deliver lessons focused the Spanish language and instrumental instruction which are developmentally appropriate for each of these age levels to achieve student success and growth

  • Be able to encourage creativity and self-expression among students

  • Supervise lessons to ensure that learners interact in a supportive and respectful manner


Administrative

  • Responsible for establishing a welcoming environment

  • Procurement of required materials for lessons and displaying artwork

  • Evaluate student progress and complete specialist report cards for each student semiannually 


School Advancement

  • Network with curriculum drivers at other Montessori and independent schools

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean of Education and/or Head of School

  • Support the school and its leadership.

  • Serve as a contributing member of the MSE community when called upon


Requirements

  • BA/BS degree preferred

  • Fluent in the Spanish language and experience in oral and written Spanish instruction

  • Commitment to, and interest in, the Montessori philosophy

  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty to enhance curriculum and community   

  • Strong ability to multi-task and keep to a schedule

  • Commitment to professional development and best practices in education

  • Understanding multi-age learning environments

  • Commitment to meeting the needs of each child

  • Experience with fostering and maintaining excellent professional relationships with students, parents, faculty, and administration

Facilities Technician

August 4, 2025 - October 4, 2025

The Denver Waldorf School is seeking a Facilities Technician to help care for and maintain our school campus. This role supports daily operations, seasonal maintenance, and special events to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for our students, staff, and community.

Part Time Strength and Conditioning Coach

August 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025

Job Position: Part-Time Strength and Conditioning Coach

St. Mary’s Academy Overview:

St. Mary’s Academy, located in Englewood, Colorado, is Metro Denver’s premier Catholic, Independent school offering rigorous academics in its co-ed PreK-Grade 8, and all-girls High School. SMA offers a safe, yet innovative program that embraces all student backgrounds and fosters character and moral development from Pre-Kindergarten to graduation.

SMA is a close community where faculty and staff serve as role models for the students with a mission to foster excellence in each child through academic achievement, spiritual development, and service. The qualities of a strong work ethic, desire for personal growth, and commitment to life-long learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students are likewise an expectation for faculty and staff.  Each day, too, is an opportunity to live the Loretto School Values of faith, community, justice, and respect.

SMA is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff dedicated to their profession and the well-being and life of the St. Mary’s Academy community. St. Mary's Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, sexual orientation, or religion. This policy applies to all areas of student concerns: educational policies, admission policies (historically, high school admission is open to women only), scholarship, and grant-in-aid programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, as well as employee/personnel concerns. St. Mary's Academy is an equal-opportunity employer. 

Job Description:

This part-time position with training sessions taking place after school, 5 days a week (Mon - Fri) from 3:30-6 p.m. for 9 months non-consecutively. The session period will run from mid-August to mid-May, with time off for holidays. Your passion for human performance and youth development, along with the ability to motivate and inspire athletes, will contribute to their growth and success on and off the field.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Lead Varsity and JV school athletics teams in a comprehensive strength and conditioning program.
  • Develop and execute strength and conditioning programming for high school and middle school athletes.
  • Teach fundamental movement skills using proper progressions and critical thinking to progress and regress on an individual basis.
  • Be a positive role model for developmental athletes.
  • Understand how to increase student-athlete proficiency in enhancing and advancing athletic abilities specific to their sport.
  • Work with sports coaches on student-athletes' schedules, progression, and performance.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education and qualifications should include the following:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's degree required.
  • CPR/First Aid certified.
  • Current CSCS Certification.
  • Graduate degree or in process preferred.
  • 1-2 years of experience coaching youth athletes.
  • Previous internship experience in a high-level sports performance setting (college, professional).
  • Can manage sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity and confidentiality. ? Effectively communicate with students and parents.
  • Patience, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Proficient in Google Suite.
  • A sense of resonance with the St. Mary’s Academy mission.


S
alary/Benefits:

This is a part-time, exempt,  9-month position. The coaching stipend range for this position is $6,500-$7,500 (Depending on experience).


How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to Morgan Stevens, Administrative Assistant in Athletics, at [email protected].

Associate Director of College Counseling

August 1, 2025 - July 31, 2026

Colorado Academy seeks an Associate Director of College Counseling. This is an eleven-month administrative position that begins August 1, 2025. The Associate Director reports to the Director of College Counseling and will join a team with two other Associate Directors and an Administrative Assistant.

High School Science Teacher (Grades 9–12)

July 28, 2025 - June 19, 2026

We’re hiring a passionate, experienced science educator to teach high school students in a 0.5
FTE (part-time) role. The ideal candidate brings subject mastery, creative lesson planning, and a
desire to engage students in hands-on learning across subjects such as biology, chemistry,
physics, and earth science. We are proud of our inclusive and respectful professional culture.
While DAT’s mission is rooted in Modern Orthodox Judaism, we actively seek talented educators
of all backgrounds who are passionate about academic excellence and student growth. You do
not need to be Jewish or Orthodox to apply — just bring a collaborative spirit, subject-area
expertise, and a love of teaching.

Lower School Counselor

July 16, 2025 - August 31, 2025

About Us

Aspen Country Day School is seeking a Lower School Counselor to begin in January 2026.  ACDS welcomes children from the Roaring Fork Valley from Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. The school is fully accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. 

Visit www.aspencountryday.org to learn more.  


The school is a thriving community of engaged learners whose Pre-Kindergarten through Eighth Grade experience provides a foundation for lives of meaning and purpose. It is known for its strong academic, arts, and outdoor education programs; small class sizes; a blend of traditional and progressive teaching practices; talented teachers; and a warm, caring community of students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumni.


Aspen Country Day School seeks a Lower School Counselor in Early Childhood through Fourth Grade to begin during the 2025-26 academic year. The Lower School Counselor will be responsible for revising and designing a comprehensive program that inspires students as they grow socially and emotionally, teaching social and emotional classes, and providing guidance to students and families throughout the Lower School educational journey.


Salary 

The wage rate for this position will include a salary range of $60,000 - $80,000 and will be commensurate with experience. 


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


Essential Functions 

  • Provides guidance and coaching to teachers, including implementation of social-emotional learning in general academic settings

  • Implements instructional strategies and use clear and consistent classroom management in concert with the school mission, CASEL, and the American School Counselor Association. Helps children with organization, problem solving, and conflict resolution to support individual and academic needs

  • Demonstrates confidential and ethical counseling standards

  • Supervises indoor and outdoor play during break, recess, and lunchtime

  • Participates in ski days and Outdoor Education trips in fall and spring 

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

  • Communicates professionally and effectively with parents, teachers, administrators and colleagues, this includes in person, email and phone

  • Assists with fall classroom move in and spring move out

  • Uses the school’s Blackbaud student information system for learning management, parent communication, and professional resources

  • Attends required in-service days, meetings, and training sessions as designated

  • Possesses  a professional desire to work in the classroom and develop or continue to develop teaching and counseling skills, as well as the ongoing work of social/emotional development of children


Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree orMaster’s degree in school counseling, social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field preferred

  • Experience with social-emotional teaching/counseling young children

  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning in a progressive, dynamic, 21st century school community

  • Ability to work in a collegial and highly collaborative environment

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


 

Expectations 

This is a full-time position that begins in January of the 2025/2026 academic year.  The standard schedule is 7:45am to 3:45pm, with a weekly faculty meeting 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.

 

 

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]


 


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.

Elementary Learning Specialist

July 9, 2025 - July 9, 2026

Denver Jewish Day School Lower Division seeks an innovative, creative, knowledgeable elementary grades learning specialist for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a full-time position. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of three years of teaching/intervention experience and a valid teaching license. A Master’s degree in special education is strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding teaching skills, have experience in independent schools, be familiar with best practices in all content areas, be comfortable employing project-based learning and other student-centered approaches in the classroom, and possess excellent communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues. We are looking for a candidate who has experience with a diverse population of learners, differentiated instruction, and future-ready teaching practices. The candidate will be a positive school community member, enjoy working collaboratively with a team, and build positive relationships amongst all constituencies.