Lower School Spanish Teacher

Aspen Country Day School

Full Time, Exempt

Aspen Country Day School seeks a creative and energetic Lower School Spanish Teacher, who will teach Kindergarten through Fourth grade  for the 2026/2027 academic year. The ideal candidate fosters a love of language and culture through dynamic, age-appropriate instruction. The ideal candidate brings warmth, creativity, and strong classroom presence while supporting students’ confidence in speaking and understanding Spanish. They are collaborative, flexible, and committed to nurturing curiosity and joyful learning in a community-centered environment. 

This PreK-Eighth Grade school is known for its intentional approach to challenging and nurturing children as they build confidence, resilience, and joy in learning. Vibrant academic, arts, and outdoor programs give students a solid foundation for lives of meaning and purpose. At its newly redeveloped campus in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the school welcomes approximately 300 students from throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. It is accredited by the Association of Colorado Independent Schools and a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. 

Salary 

The wage rate for this position will include a salary range of $60,000-$90,000 and will be commensurate with experience. 

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

Essential Functions 

• Developing language skills through reading, writing, speaking, and listening, using experiential lessons and projects

• Fostering students’ enthusiasm for Spanish culture and history, including its impact on Central/South America and other areas of the world

• Collaborating with faculty colleagues to create enriching cross-curricular and project-based learning opportunities

• Engaging fully in the school community and building relationships with students by serving as an advisor, participating on outdoor education trips and ski days, and supervising activities

Successful candidates will have:

• Experience in teaching, 3-5 years and in lower school grades preferred

• Fluency in Spanish

• A bachelor’s or graduate degree

• Excellent interpersonal skills for developing meaningful connections with children, parents, and colleagues

• Capacity and desire to engage with students in experiential activities and programs, including the school’s landmark outdoor education program

• Skill, or willingness to develop skills, in the use of technology including Google Workspace for Education and the school’s student information system (Blackbaud) 

Expectations 

This is a full-time position that begins in mid-August 2026. The standard schedule is 7:45am to 3:45pm, with 2 faculty meetings per month 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.

To apply, submit 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.

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 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 is seeking a long-term Middle School Math substitute teacher. This full-time position begins on or around March 30 and concludes at the end of the academic year on June 3. The position consists of three to four classes per day as well as serving as a student advisor. The ideal candidate should have strong academic training and expertise in mathematics. Support will be provided in developing robust lesson plans.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

?      Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences;

?      Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;

?      Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development;

?      Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments;

?      Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work;

?      Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students;

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

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

?      Participate in department and school meetings, parent meetings;

?      Communicate regularly with students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs;

?      Other tasks as assigned;

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

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:

?      Bachelor’s degree in history or a related area

?      An understanding of and appreciation for the developmental needs of young adolescents

?      Willingness to build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues and parents

?      Commitment to employing a positive, growth mindset to teaching

?      A sense of resonance with St. Mary’s Academy’s mission and Loretto values

?      Respect for all faith perspectives

Salary/Benefits:

The salary for this substitute teaching position is $185 per day.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Lyndal Brookhart, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected]. No calls, please.

Position: Communications and Marketing Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Admission and Summer Camp 

Direct reports: None 

Contract Terms: Full-time exempt, 12-month position, starting May 15, 2026  (flexible on start date)

Overview of Position: 

The Communications Specialist is responsible for maintaining the day-to-day communications tools and platforms for the school, and helps foster a critical sense of belonging for all constituents in the school community by closely collaborating with the Office of Admission and Summer Camp, Office of Community Engagement, the Business Office, and the heads of our three grade level divisions – PreK-K12, 345 and middle school. 

An important goal of this position is to ensure accuracy and integration of all of the school’s communications tools, platforms and relevant databases, and to drive consistency throughout both internal and outfacing messaging, brand identity, and user experiences among all school constituents – parents, alumni, summer camp families, faculty and staff. The purpose of this position is to provide communications support across administrative functions at the school in a collaborative and responsive way that aligns with our British Primary philosophy, mission, vision and values and that embodies our 7 Goals for Learners.

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: 

• Manage and maintain the Stanley website, including content updates, functionality, user experience, and integration with school databases and systems to ensure information is accurate, accessible, and up to date.

• Serve as a steward of the Stanley BPS brand by ensuring consistency in voice, tone, messaging, and visual identity across all internal and external communications. Collaborate with department leaders to oversee branding, style guide implementation, and creative direction so that all materials reflect the school’s mission and character.

• Develop and produce written, visual, and multimedia content that highlights the life of the school, including stories about students, classrooms, faculty, programs, and community initiatives.

• Capture and curate photography and video that document school activities and events, and maintain the school’s digital photo and media library for use in communications, marketing, yearbook and community engagement.

• Manage the school’s editorial calendar and oversee the creation, production, and distribution of the weekly e-newsletter and other digital communications, ensuring coordination and alignment of messaging across divisions and departments.

• Collaborate with the Head of School’s Executive Assistant to support school-wide communications, including external email and SMS messaging to staff, parents, and prospective families.

• Partner with the Office of Admissions and Summer Camp and the Office of Community Engagement to support marketing and communications initiatives, including digital campaigns, video production, event communications, promotional materials, mailings, signage, and other outreach efforts that support enrollment and community engagement.

• Support and help manage the school’s social media presence across platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Vimeo, ensuring consistent content, storytelling, and engagement with the Stanley community.

• Oversee digital communication platforms across campus - including lobby screens, digital signage, and other communication displays; thereby ensuring content is current, accurate, and engaging. Curate information that highlights school events, announcements, and student experiences while showcasing the life of the school to students, families, staff, and visitors.

• Coordinate the design, production, written content and distribution of print and promotional materials such as brochures, flyers, banners, directional signage, marketing collateral, invitations and event materials.

• Monitor and analyze engagement metrics across communications platforms—including website traffic, email performance, and social media engagement—and provide recommendations for improving effectiveness and reach.

• Provide user training, documentation, and ongoing support for faculty, staff, and parents in the effective use of school communications platforms and tools.

• Assist school leadership with timely and sensitive communications when necessary, including urgent or time-sensitive announcements. This includes  accurate communication during emergencies, including drafting messages for families, staff, and sometimes media as assigned.

• Coordinate with school photographers and work with teachers to schedule staff and student photographs. Assist photographers during picture-taking days, follow up on make-up days, and distribute purchased photos to families. 

• Design and produce the school yearbook and distribute them across the school community. Assemble photos from throughout the school and work with teachers to ensure each student is represented accurately. 

• Maintain and regularly update families and staff resource pages with content such as handbooks, calendars, policies, procedures, parent resources, etc. on My Stanley. Coordinate and work with document/content owners so information is clear, current, and easy to access. Work with school leaders to anticipate questions, improve clarity, and ensure the community can quickly find the information they need.

• Participate in school community life and support school operations and events as needed, including student activities, parent events, staff events, carpool supervision, and other community responsibilities.

• Manage communications projects across departments to ensure messaging is coordinated, consistent, and delivered on schedule.

• Develop and manage a comprehensive communications calendar that coordinates major announcements, newsletters, events, and campaigns. Collaborate with school leaders and departments to ensure messages are timely, well-sequenced, and aligned with the school calendar to avoid communication overload for families and staff.

Desired Qualifications  and Background Experience

• Degree in communications, journalism, English, marketing or a communications-related area of focus or equivalent. 

• Detail oriented in all aspects of work with a commitment to quality, ownership of work, and culturally competent interpersonal relationships. 

• Stellar and insightful writer with insight into different voices, styles and messages that are appropriate for a variety of platforms and constituents. Strong editing and proofreading skills.

• Experience and competence with communications platforms such as Microsoft Office, G-suite (including Google Docs and Google Analytics) and Canva; data management systems such as Blackbaud and Finalsite; website management tools like Finalsite; and email marketing tools like Constant Contact and Connect. 

• Photography skills for social media, yearbook and communications.

• High level of comfort learning, engaging, evaluating, and adopting new technologies and tools and training and sharing them with peers and other employees. 

• Creative and pragmatic – able to help identify the right channels and media for promotions, strategic communications and marketing-communications approaches. 

• Comfortable taking initiative and self-starting and able to work with direction from multiple people, juggle competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively across a large and diverse team of school leaders. 

• A passion for school-aged children and for supporting teachers, and prior experience in independent schools is an asset. 

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

Compensation:

The salary range for this 12-month position is $60,000-$75,000. 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, resume and a list of 3-5 professional references 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.