Fountain Valley School seeks an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and collaborative leader to serve as their next Head of School.

Founded in 1930 and set on a sweeping 1,100-acre prairie campus at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, Fountain Valley School (FVS) is an independent, coeducational college preparatory school serving approximately 220 students in grades 8 (new as of fall 2026) through 12 from 21 countries and 23 states. Roughly 70% of students board in ten adobe residential houses, while 30% attend as day students — a balance that creates a vibrant, around-the-clock community anchored in deep relationships.

What sets FVS apart is the West itself. Students spend ninth grade immersed in the history and landscape of the American West, venturing to the school’s 40-acre Mountain Campus tucked into the Collegiate Peaks, competing on climbing walls and mountainsides, and riding horses across open terrain. They collaborate on yearlong Senior Capstone projects, travel abroad through the Round Square exchange network, and engage with the world through Global/STEM Scholar programs. In the Art Barn, they paint, sculpt, perform, and find their voice. In classrooms averaging just 12 students, they think critically alongside faculty who (98% live on campus) are genuinely invested in their growth.

The school’s five core values — Courage, Compassion, Curiosity, Self-Reliance and Open-Mindedness — are not just aspirational; they shape everything from how advisors know their students to how faculty design their courses to how the community shows up for one another in the chapel, dorms, and dining halls that define residential life. The Path to the Summit 2030, a Strategic Plan for Fountain Valley School, lays out the school’s strategic priorities to preserve its rich history and place as the premiere boarding school in the western United States. As part of the school’s unique and engaging educational experience, the plan includes a physical expansion that has already begun and will lead to state-of-the-art educational facilities.

The next Head of School will step into a community with strong bones: a dedicated and experienced faculty, a newly launched 8th grade day-only program, a committed board, and an alumni network that speaks of their time here with unmistakable affection. Also on the horizon: Fountain Valley’s one hundredth anniversary, a transformative event already in the planning. The new leader will bring both the relational instincts and the external-facing energy to match that foundation — someone who is genuinely energized by enrollment growth and philanthropic partnership, and who sees in FVS’s singular story an irresistible case to make. With a compelling mission, an extraordinary campus, and a community ready to invest in its future, there is a real opportunity here for a leader who knows how to build a movement.  

Salary: $300,000 - $400,000

Benefits: We believe in supporting the whole person — professionally and personally. Our benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• School-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Colorado Paid Leave premiums
• School-paid life insurance equal to 2x annual salary
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Full access to our beautiful campus amenities, including pool, gym, indoor track, workout bikes, scenic hiking and biking trails, and our Mountain Campus

To show interest in the position and to receive the Opportunity Statement once it becomes available, please click ' Apply' and submit your information.

Denver Academy in Denver, Colorado seeks a Substitute High School Mathematics Teacher

for the 2026-2027 school year.

Type:

Substitute High School Mathematics Teacher                                  

Degree:

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher

Salary:

$30.00 per hour / 25 hours per week

Hourly rate may be higher based on experience

Apply:

Please send your cover letter, resume, and Denver Academy application to [email protected]

The mission of Denver Academy is to inspire and empower diverse learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.

Founded in 1972 on the belief that students thrive when taught in the way they learn best, Denver Academy is one of the top schools in the nation dedicated to teaching diverse learners, including those with dyslexia and ADD/ADHD. DA’s innovative learning model is based on the balanced application of classroom management, information processing, and academic literacy. Small class sizes of 12-14 students facilitate differentiated instruction. Flexible placement and several academic levels within each core subject, including Honors classes and advanced coursework, allow faculty to teach to each student’s optimal level. Through this unique approach, students excel in their strengths while receiving the support they need in areas of challenge.

Accountability: Reports to the Grade Level Dean

Position Description:

The Denver Academy teacher is responsible for executing Denver Academy’s mission of inspiring and empowering diverse learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education. This includes oversight and responsibility for students, program, and day-to-day operations in the classroom. The teacher is also responsible for communicating with parents and acting as a liaison with other division classrooms and the rest of the DA community.

The High School substitute Mathematics Teacher is responsible for teaching up to five sections of high school mathematics, which may include, Geometry, and Algebra II, and designing and delivering engaging, standards-aligned instruction that fosters mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and critical thinking. The teacher will differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, integrate technology effectively, and use assessment data to inform instructional decisions and support student achievement.

In addition to classroom instruction, the teacher will assess student progress, maintain accurate records, communicate with parents and guardians as needed, and collaborate with colleagues to support the overall success of students and the mathematics program. The teacher will receive assistance from the Director of Mathematics for guidance, support, and professional collaboration to ensure the implementation of best practices in curriculum delivery and instruction.

Additional Teaching Responsibilities:

Teaching

• Maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful learning environment.
• Design and implement effective, differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Collaborate with Deans, Division Heads, and Program Team members to ensure the successful delivery of the Denver Academy program and curriculum.
• Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and resources to support student engagement and achievement.
• Remain current with Denver Academy programs, curriculum, and instructional practices.

Management

• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents and guardians.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and student records using the school's electronic systems.
• Administer assessments and utilize assessment data to support student learning.

Leadership

• Model professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct in all interactions.
• Positively represent and support the Denver Academy community.
• Demonstrate and promote effective conflict-resolution skills.
• Foster a culture of respect, responsibility, and collaboration among students and colleagues.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Denver Academy in Denver, Colorado seeks a part-time High School Teacher’s Assistant for the 2026-2027 school year.

Type:

Part-Time, Hourly (5-6 hours per day, when students are in session, 29 hours maximum per week)

Employment Starts: 8/10/2026

Employment Ends: 5/27/2027

Category:

High School

Requirements:

Successful candidates will be energetic, organized, flexible and interested in the field of education. Ideal candidates will also have or be working towards a bachelor’s degree.

Salary:

$25.00 per hour

Apply:

Interested candidates should download and complete the Denver Academy application on the DA employment web page and send it, along with their resume and cover letter, to [email protected]

The mission of Denver Academy is to inspire and empower diverse learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.

Founded in 1972 on the belief that students thrive when taught in the way they learn best, Denver Academy is one of the top schools in the nation dedicated to teaching diverse learners, including those with dyslexia and ADD/ADHD. DA’s innovative learning model is based on the balanced application of classroom management, information processing, and academic literacy. Small class sizes of 12-14 students facilitate differentiated instruction. Flexible placement and several academic levels within each core subject, including Honors classes and advanced coursework, allow faculty to teach to each student’s optimal level. Through this unique approach, students excel in their strengths while receiving the support they need in areas of challenge.

Position Description:

The role of the Denver Academy Teacher’s Assistant is to support and assist individual teachers and the division with:

• Classroom support
• Working with students in small groups or one-on-one 
• Helping students with executive functioning skills
• Substitute teaching as necessary 
• Grading
• Coordinating special events/field trips
• Performing clerical tasks

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Denver Academy in Denver, Colorado seeks a part-time Middle School Teacher’s Assistant (Grades 7 & 8) for the 2026-2027 school year.

Type:

Part-Time, Hourly (5-6 hours per day, when students are in session, 29 hours maximum per week)

Employment Starts: 8/10/2026

Employment Ends: 5/27/2027

Category:

Middle School

Requirements:

Successful candidates will be energetic, organized, flexible and interested in the field of education. Ideal candidates will also have or be working towards a bachelor’s degree.

Salary:

$25.00 per hour

Apply:

Interested candidates should download and complete the Denver Academy application on the DA employment web page and send it, along with their resume and cover letter, to [email protected]

The mission of Denver Academy is to inspire and empower diverse learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.

Founded in 1972 on the belief that students thrive when taught in the way they learn best, Denver Academy is one of the top schools in the nation dedicated to teaching diverse learners, including those with dyslexia and ADD/ADHD. DA’s innovative learning model is based on the balanced application of classroom management, information processing, and academic literacy. Small class sizes of 12-14 students facilitate differentiated instruction. Flexible placement and several academic levels within each core subject, including Honors classes and advanced coursework, allow faculty to teach to each student’s optimal level. Through this unique approach, students excel in their strengths while receiving the support they need in areas of challenge.

Position Description:

The role of the Denver Academy Teacher’s Assistant is to support and assist individual teachers and the division with: 

• Classroom support
• Working with students in small groups or one-on-one 
• Helping students with executive functioning skills
• Substitute teaching as necessary 
• Grading
• Coordinating special events/field trips
• Performing clerical tasks

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.