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
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.
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.
