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High School Learning Specialist (Math Focus)

July 15, 2026 - August 15, 2026

St. Mary’s Academy

Employment Posting

 

Job Position: High School Learning Specialist (Math Focus)

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 is 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:

St. Mary’s Academy seeks a collaborative, student-centered Learning Specialist with a strong mathematics background to support students with documented learning differences. The Learning Specialist partners with students, families, teachers, counselors, and administrators to coordinate accommodations, strengthen learning strategies, and develop students’ confidence, independence, and self-advocacy. This role provides broad academic support and targeted mathematics intervention. Additional responsibilities include managing student learning profiles and accommodation plans, collaborating with faculty, and supporting academic and standardized testing accommodations.


Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Student Support Team members, faculty, and administration to provide consistent and effective learning support.
  • Review psychoeducational evaluations, testing data, grades, and teacher observations to determine eligibility and recommend appropriate accommodations and support plans.
  • Guide current and prospective families through Learning Services eligibility, documentation requirements, evaluation processes, and available supports.
  • Maintain student support rosters, accommodation plans, evaluation records, and other confidential documentation.
  • Provide guidance to teachers related to learning differences, neurodiversity, differentiation, assistive technology, and classroom accommodations.
  • Provide individual and small-group support in executive functioning, study skills, self-advocacy, test preparation, and mathematics.
  • Lead math support programming and provide targeted intervention and progress monitoring for students with mathematics-related learning needs.
  • Communicate regularly with students and families regarding support strategies, progress, and emerging needs.
  • Fulfill additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the principal in support of the school community.


Qualifications/Requirements:

Education and qualifications should include the following:

  • Master’s degree, certification, or relevant experience in special education, school psychology, mathematics education, or a related field preferred.
  • Five or more years of experience working with students with diagnosed learning differences.
  • Strong mathematics background and demonstrated ability to build student fluency, conceptual understanding, confidence, and independence across the high school math curriculum, including Algebra, Geometry, and advanced coursework.
  • Experience interpreting psychoeducational evaluations and other professional assessments related to accommodations and student support.
  • Strong communication, organizational, collaborative, and leadership skills.
  • Knowledge of curriculum, pedagogy, differentiation, and the neuroscience of learning.
  • Clear commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • A strong connection to the mission and values of St. Mary’s Academy.

 

Salary/Benefits:

The salary range for this full-time, substitute, exempt position is $54,000 - $68,000.  St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance; retirement; paid time off; tuition remission; and opportunities for professional development.

 

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and statement of educational philosophy to Michelle Hayden, High School Principal, at [email protected]. No calls, please.

Substitute Teachers

July 15, 2026

Substitute Teaching Opportunities at Stanley British Primary School

Pre Kindergarten through Eighth Grade Substitute Teacher (on an as-needed basis)


Overview:  Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a singular independent school serving children from transitional 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 children and childhood

  • Commitment to making a positive difference in the world


A Substitute Teacher serves as an integral part of the Stanley team.


Responsibilities Include:

  • Being on-call for teacher coverage; assignments range from subbing in multi-age classrooms (PK, K-1-2, 3-4-5 or 6-7-8) or in single-grade classes for language arts, humanities, math, Spanish, arts, etc., and can range from one or two days to a longer term assignment, depending on the needs of the school;

  • Creating a safe, supportive, mutually respectful classroom community which values the distinct contributions and abilities of each child;

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

  • 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 positively and professionally with the Stanley staff and community.


Desired Qualifications and Background Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Experience teaching PK-8 students

  • British Primary experience or interest in training in British Primary approach is an asset

  • SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.


Compensation:

$87.50/half-day and $175/full day.  A long-term sub assignment is defined as requiring 60+ days and then the pay rates increase to $195/day. 


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]

 

Community and Culture Coordinator

July 8, 2026 - July 31, 2026

The High Mountain Institute seeks a Community & Culture Coordinator (CCC), a year-round, full-time, FLSA-exempt position reporting to the Head of School. The position coordinates HMI’s efforts to cultivate an inclusive and diverse learning and working community, working directly with students and adults across HMI’s programs and collaborating with school leadership on strategic priorities and projects. In partnership with the Program Directors (Directors of the HMI Semester, Director of Programs, Dean of the Apprentice Program, and Director of Wilderness Programs) and the Leadership Team as a whole, the CCC works to make HMI’s community, programs, and practices more inclusive, equitable, and accessible to all.
The Assistant/Associate Director of Community Relations is a full-time, exempt, year-round member of the Graland Development team responsible for strengthening engagement across the Graland community through events, stewardship, communications, collaboration, and relationship-building. This role also supports school events for various community constituencies. Final title will be determined based on incoming experience level.

Business Office Associate (Part Time)

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

The Logan School is seeking a Business Office Associate who will play a key role in supporting the administrative operations of the Business Office and the Director of Finance and Operations (DFO).

General Studies Elementary Teacher (K–5)

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

The General Studies Elementary Teacher is responsible for delivering high quality instruction in core academic subjects including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, within a warm and nurturing classroom environment. The teacher supports the development of the whole child - academically, socially, and emotionally - while respecting and reinforcing the values and culture of the Jewish day school.

Food Educator and Kitchen Manager

June 16, 2026 - July 1, 2026

The High Mountain Institute is seeking a Food Educator & Kitchen Manager, a full-time position at the High Mountain Institute. This position is based on HMI’s campus in Leadville, CO; on-campus housing is included in the compensation package. Reporting to the Semester Director of Students and Residential Life, responsibilities include on-campus food service, menu planning, ordering, budgeting, training others, catering large HMI events, and developing and teaching HMI’s food & nutrition curriculum.

Position dates:  (School Year 26/27 - Long Term Substitute from August to November)                                          

Position type: Temporary

Status: Exempt

Reports to:  Mariella Robledo

Contact: [email protected]

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.  

Job Description

Working at Escuela de Guadalupe includes many different responsibilities to make a small, non-tuition driven school run effectively.  As a close-knit community, we all pitch in to make this a great place to work and learn.  Therefore, this description is not intended to be all- inclusive. Specific areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Responsibilities

  • Fully support the head teacher with implementing the components of dual-language instruction in all content areas (Teaching will be in Bilingual)
  • Support literacy and language development 
    • Plan with teachers to develop lessons and learning activities for literacy instruction in appropriate groupings for target language instruction. Teachers and Teacher Assistant should have a weekly planning time, led by the teacher of record (objectives, strategies, and materials). This should be reflected in the lesson plans submitted in Jupiter by the teacher of record. Planning with the teacher and  Teacher Assistant  could occur during specials, before school at 7:45 - 8:15 am.
    • Support and tutor small groups and facilitate learning to support literacy and language development. The teacher and Teacher Assistant are expected to plan and discuss student progress frequently with data and evidence.  
    • Tutor individual students and small groups, with clear objectives for each student based on assessment results. This should be supervised by the teacher. 
    • Record anecdotal data about your work with students for effective, consistent communication with the classroom teacher
    • Support communication with families to include parent/family-teacher conferences, emails, phone calls and personal conversations during their work hours. 
  • Support the program goals in other academic areas (Math, Social Studies, Science) While the teacher is in charge of instruction, the Teacher Assistant  supports students via activities and practice during group work or independent practice.
    • Speak in the language of instruction and find alternative ways to support students’ understanding without translating or using the other language (visual vocabulary support, definitions, explanations in language of instruction)
    • Model questioning and language that supports complex thought development; ask students questions that help them think about the answers, rather than giving them the answers. Keep teachers informed on which students are struggling or have common misunderstandings.
    • Help to prepare materials for classes to support learning, small groups, vocabulary development, etc during planning time.  
    • Teacher Assistants can lead small intervention groups based on PLC objectives and assessments in coordination with the teachers.
    • Teacher Assistant will be a support in the classes with the students while the teachers are doing the instruction. They will need to share the information about how the students are progressing. They will not teach, they will not create and assess homework. This  is the responsibility of the teachers but the Teacher Assistant must be aware of student progress, grades, and any feedback to students and families. 

Duties: supervision and attendance

  • Support the culture of the school and monitor students’ well-being and safety during the teacher’s break times.
  • Support positive social interactions and Restorative Justice  problem-solving strategies with students
  • Model the values of our school culture throughout the day and during interactions with students, teachers and families
  • Duties include: 
    • Morning and Afternoon Supervision
    • Lunch and Recess Supervision
    • Snack Supervision
    • Attend weekly PLC meetings
    • Attend all Professional Development days on the school calendar
    • Participate and collaborate in school events which may occur outside of school hours
  • Willing and able to substitute in classes or supervision in the event of faculty/staff absence.

Expectations

  • Carry out the mission and goals of the school
  • Build positive compassionate professional relationships and communication with other employees, students, and families in the school 
  • Support the events that build community
  • Actively participate in ongoing dialogue about liberating education that works to change the status quo of the larger community
  • Incorporate themes of social justice within the classroom instruction and how groups of people working together can create positive social change
  • Empower students with a strong knowledge base and language skills to debate and challenge social injustices and current events
  • Uses excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Approaches responsibilities and challenges with a creative and energetic attitude
  • Possesses strong moral values and internal discipline

Embrace Dual Language model

  • Model language acquisition, language nuances, vocabulary usage, and grammatical fluency for students.
  • Value the integrity of both Spanish and English as tools for reasoning, problem-solving, communication and intellect.  
  • Model a respect for cultural and linguistic diversity
  • Respect that all employees, students and families are at different levels of language learning

Respect Catholic Religion

  • Respect the Catholic faith and the religious practices that happen daily and weekly
  • Prepare the students for assigned dates of masses

Compensation

Financial and Benefits

  • Competitive pay scale and benefits compensation commensurate with experience. 
  • Professional development including staff development, conferences, specialized training and education

Work Environment and Community

  • Small staff and tight knit community 
  • Direct contact with supervisors and families regularly
  • Community that respects both English and Spanish and the different levels of proficiency each employee, family member, or student may have
  • Opportunity for adults to enhance our own second language skills within a dual language environment
  • Environment in which one can live and continue to enhance their faith
  • Small class size and low student to teacher ratio

Requirements

 

Skills and Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Experience leading,  working with, or teaching a group of children
  • Excellent language skills in the specific component in which he/she will be teaching Bilingual
  • Authentic support of culturally rich and linguistically diverse learning communities.
  • Open to working in a Catholic Environment and respecting the Catholic faith
  • Willingness to learn new curriculums, technology systems, and software and the motivation to implement this learning to make a difference in the classroom.
  • Willingness to learn new curriculums, practices for dual-language acquisition and linguistically diverse learners and the motivation to implement this learning to make a difference in the classroom.
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment, develop effective interpersonal relationships, communicate patiently and effectively with coworkers and families
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, adapt to changing priorities, manage time and meet deadlines.
  • Maintain the required hours of the work day, as well as the class schedule 
  • Successful completion of CBI and FBI background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 3 years+ teaching experience in subject or related field
  • Teaching experience and a Degree in Education or related field.
  • Excellent language skills are critical and a willingness to provide verbal interaction with students both in and out of class.  Bilingual reading, writing and speaking skills are preferred.
  • Genuine love and enthusiasm for learning, reading and writing
  • Effective in managing and supervising students
  • Organized, flexible and reliable
Salary Description
$164.39 per day

Part Time Music Teacher

June 15, 2026

At Montessori School of Evergreen, our mission is to ignite a lifelong love of learning within each student. We provide meaningful experiences that fully engage young minds in the pursuit of academic excellence, self-reliance and the determination to contribute to our rapidly changing community and world. The ultimate objective is to help students to identify and strengthen their unique capabilities and enable them to productively thrive at MSE and beyond as engaged learners and responsible citizens. 

We are seeking a Music Specialist who is passionate about working with Toddlers, Primary (3-6 yr olds), and Kindergarteners and delivering a strong educational experience for all learners.  

TO APPLY, CANDIDATES SHOULD SEND THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BY EMAIL to [email protected]

  • A cover letter describing your interest in the position, with an overview of your background and experience with children and education

  • A current resume 

  • 3 professional references
Graland Country Day School is seeking a flex teacher to work closely with students in grades 5 - 8. The candidate should have experience working with children and be someone who understands school environments and the unique needs of Middle School students. The ideal candidate thrives on being flexible and filling in wherever help is needed. Flex teachers are the ultimate team players who work collaboratively with both students and faculty and will work on campus Monday-Friday while the school is in an all-kids on campusscenario.Candidates should be prepared to cover for a sick faculty member and say “yes” to a range of tasks that promote individual growth while also supporting the school. This may also include supervising faculty and staff children on Professional Development days.