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Lower Division Elementary (K-5) Teacher

August 1, 2026 - June 9, 2027

Elementary Teacher
Denver Jewish Day School announces the opening for an innovative, creative, knowledgeable full-time Lower Division elementary grades (K-5) teacher.

History Faculty

July 27, 2026

The High Mountain Institute is seeking a History Faculty Member, a full-time teaching opportunity 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 Director of Academics and Faculty, responsibilities include teaching United States history classes, leading extended wilderness expeditions, and various residential life duties.


The ideal job candidate has prior experience in classroom teaching, wilderness instruction, and participation in a residential life environment.
The High Mountain Institute is seeking a Director of Admissions & Financial Aid, a full-time administrative, FLSA-exempt position, starting in Summer 2026. This position is based on HMI’s campus in Leadville, CO; on-campus housing is included in the compensation package. Reporting to the Head of School, the Director is responsible for overseeing all marketing, recruiting, admissions, and financial aid initiatives for the school in order to maximize enrollment and meet strategic enrollment priorities. The Director serves as a senior school leader and supervises two or more associates.

Assistant Principal

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Escuela de Guadalupe is hiring a bilingual Assistant Principal beginning the 2026-2027 school year.
To apply or for more information please go to www.escuelaguadalupe.org/join-our-team

Escuela de Guadalupe está contratando un/a subdirector/a bilingüe a partir del año escolar 2026-2027.
Para aplicar o para mas informacion, por favor visite: www.escuelaguadalupe.org/join-our-team

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.
The Assistant Director of Athletics for Sports Performance is a leadership position responsible for the development, coordination, and daily operation of the school’s Sports Performance program and the Athletic and Wellness Center. This role provides programmatic oversight of sports performance, strength and conditioning, wellness programming, and facility operations, ensuring safe, effective, and mission-aligned use of the school’s athletic resources.

Working closely with the Director of Athletics, head coaches, and the Counseling and Wellness teams, the Assistant Director supports student-athlete development through intentional programming that integrates physical performance, injury prevention, recovery, and mental performance. This position combines strategic planning with hands-on instruction, teaching, and supervision, and plays a key role in supporting both athletic excellence and student well-being across the school community.

Associate Director of Admission

July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027

Montessori School of Denver (MSD) is seeking a dynamic and customer-service oriented Associate Director of Admission for the 2026-2027 school year. The position will begin in July 2026.

Teaching Opportunity at the Stanley British Primary School

Position: Multiage teacher in a Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Classroom 

Reports to: Simone Brackett, Head of Pre-K-K-1-2

Contract Terms:  Full time, 10 month position, to begin August 2026



About our School

Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a progressive independent school serving 470 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 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • 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

  • Actively engaging in ongoing professional development 


Desired Qualifications and Background Experience:

  • 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 K-2 classrooms

  • Experience adapting and modifying curriculum and meeting the needs of diverse learners

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education or related field

  • A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart to our students

  • Ability to stand for extended periods, lift and carry up to 50 pounds, and reach, stoop, kneel, and bend.


Salary and Benefits

The salary range for this 10 month position is $54,000- $80,000. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, and relevant qualifications.

Compensation 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, tuition remission and professional development.  Benefit eligibility varies based on employment status such as full-time, part-time, or temporary. Positions less than 20 hours are ineligible for medical, dental, life, disability insurance, and retirement.

 

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]


Interviews will start as resumes are received. We will be accepting resumes until our position is filled.

 

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 Preschool-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 Preschool 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, a desire for personal growth, and a commitment to lifelong learning that St. Mary’s Academy expects of students are likewise expected of 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 is seeking an Early Childhood Educator to teach on a traditional school-year calendar from 7:30-3:30 pm. This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position reporting to the division principal, beginning in August 2026. The ideal candidate demonstrates compassionate leadership, works well within a team, and exudes a warm, nurturing demeanor.


Through regular conversations with their division principal and colleagues, St. Mary’s Academy teachers learn and understand their job responsibilities. It has been a hallmark of teachers throughout SMA's history that their work goes beyond the classroom and includes not only the academic preparation of students but also their emotional, social, and spiritual development. Additionally, teachers at St. Mary’s Academy are enthusiastic and energetic, and they find support for new ideas. This enthusiasm is encouraged and applauded at SMA. Additionally, faculty members at St. Mary’s Academy are a supportive group. One does not have to look far to find a helping hand.


Major Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences. Develop schemes of work and lesson plans;

  • Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;

  • Prepare the classroom for class activities; 

  • Develop a classroom climate of belonging and respect;

  • Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities; 

  • Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs;

  • Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment; 

  • Use relevant technology to support instruction;

  • Observe and evaluate students’ performance and development;

  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students;

  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development;

  • Respect each child, holistically, as an individual;

  • Prepare required reports on students and activities;

  • Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing appropriate rules and procedures; 

  • Perform certain pastoral duties including student support, counseling students with academic  problems and providing student encouragement;

  • Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings;

  • Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs; 

  • Keep updated with developments in the subject area, teaching resources, and methods, and make  relevant changes to instructional plans and activities;

  • Other tasks as assigned; 

  • Adhere to and support the mission of St. Mary’s Academy; 

  • Plan and oversee curriculum for Pre-K classroom;

  • Teach with and support other teachers;

  • Teach and model the four Loretto School Values.


All teachers are also responsible for a variety of duties and tasks throughout the day; the principal will make these assignments and share them with the faculty. These tasks and assignments change as the needs of the community are determined.  


Qualifications/Requirements:

Education and qualifications should include the following:

  • Early Childhood Teacher as defined by the State of Colorado 

  • Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent 

  • Master’s degree, preferred 

  • Understanding of and appreciation for preschool-aged students 

  • Experience as a supportive, motivated member of a teaching team

  • A sense of resonance with the St. Mary’s Academy mission 


Professional Qualities:

  • Positive classroom management techniques 

  • Guidance approach to discipline

  • Positively collaborates with co-teacher and colleagues

  • Implements developmentally appropriate practices 

  • Artfully multi-tasks 

  • Strong relationship-building skills

  • Consistent warm and nurturing demeanor with students and families 

  • Effective written and verbal communication skills with students, co-workers, parents, and community members 

  • Strong commitment to high standards of professionalism 

  • Equally strong in teaching literacy and mathematical concepts

  • Understanding of play-based, constructivist, and experiential learning

  • Accepts role as a lifelong learner


Salary/Benefits:

    The salary range for this full-time, exempt position is $54,000.00 - $68,000.00. St. Mary’s Academy provides excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and life insurance, retirement, tuition remission, and opportunities for professional development.

 

How to Apply:

    Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and statement of educational philosophy to Jackie Neal, administrative assistant at [email protected]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage early submission.

 

 

Upper School Science Teacher

April 24, 2026 - May 24, 2026

Join our Upper School Division in Science Department! Learn more about CSS at css.org