School Overview

Inspire. Innovate. Belong.

At Dawson, we believe that exceptional education is built on the strength, expertise, and dedication of our faculty. We seek committed, creative, and engaged educators who embrace collaboration, maintain high expectations for themselves and their students, and foster meaningful relationships with colleagues and families.
As a student-centered, college-preparatory school for grades K-12, Dawson provides a dynamic environment where faculty are empowered to innovate, personalize learning, and inspire students to reach their full potential. Our faculty are not just teachers but mentors and lifelong learners who bring curiosity, empathy, and professionalism to every interaction. They engage in ongoing professional development, apply best practices in education, and contribute to a school culture that values belonging, inquiry, and growth.

Dawson Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students, through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.

Why Join Dawson?

• Innovative Teaching Environment: We foster creativity through hands-on learning and encourage the integration of technology to enhance student experiences.
• Professional Growth: We invest in our educators through workshops, conferences, and collaborative learning opportunities.
• Community Engagement: Become part of a supportive, relationship-driven environment.
• Work-Life Balance: We prioritize well-being with reasonable class sizes and a collaborative culture.

What You’ll Love About Us

• Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA/FSA options, plus free telehealth services.
• Wellness: Access to an employee assistance program, on-site gym, outdoor swimming pool, and certified athletic trainer. Enjoy free, chef-prepared lunches and a walkable, secure campus.
• Life Insurance & Voluntary Benefits: Group life insurance with additional voluntary coverage options.
• Time-off: Flexible sick time and paid time off.
• Career and personal development: Support and encouragement for continuous learning and growth, ensuring faculty and staff remain knowledgeable, skilled, and effective in their roles.
• Sustainable: Free parking with access to EV charging stations and ECO Pass for RTD.
• A Strong Sense of Belonging

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate Lower School Music Teacher to join our team for the 2025-2026 school year. This role is designed for an educator who inspires students through engaging, real-world musical experiences, fostering a love of learning and creativity. You will teach nine sections of up to 20 students.

Job Opening is for August 2025

Salary range: $45,000 - $70,000

Position is a 0.925 Full Time Equivalent (FTE)

At Dawson, you will:

• Shape the region’s strongest college-preparatory program through academic excellence and experiential learning.
• Collaborate with talented colleagues in a supportive and respectful environment.
• Engage in meaningful professional development to refine your craft and advance your career.
• Challenge and support students in a learning community that values curiosity, resilience, and purpose.
• Be part of a school that recognizes and invests in the well-being of its educators through competitive compensation and benefits along with a culture that nurtures both personal and professional fulfillment.

What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Music, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience teaching lower school music, with a passion for experiential student-centered education.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and effective teaching strategies for lower school learners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and flexible approach.
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

Dawson School Diversity Statement
Dawson is united in nurturing a culture of belonging that embraces diversity of thought, experience, identity, and passion.

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues - respect, compassion, courage, and integrity - into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

Acknowledgement

By my submission of my application, I acknowledge and certify that the information herein is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize the employer to investigate any information, including my employment history, educational background, credit history and record of criminal convictions that it believes is relevant to my employment application. My former employers, educational institutions, and personal references may provide information that they may have about me in response to inquiry from the employer. I understand that an offer of employment by the school is contingent upon obtaining reference information learned through the reference check process as well as upon the successful completion of a criminal history check. I understand that false information, omissions or misleading information or misrepresentations given in my application or during the interview process may result in a refusal to hire, or discharge in the event of employment. I understand that I shall be required to provide unexpired documentation establishing my legal authorization for employment within the first three days of my employment. I understand that if employed, my employment will be at will and that I will not have a guarantee of employment. The School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and shall treat all employees and all applicants for the employment equally and fairly based upon job related qualifications and in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

ABOUT ST. ANNE’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

St. Anne’s is an independent PS-8 co-educational school enrolling approximately 430 students across the Denver metro area.  We provide an uplifting, nurturing environment where each child is fully supported academically, artistically and athletically.  We build character and integrity upon a spiritual, moral and ethical foundation and strive to foster the development of people who make significant and lasting contributions to society.  Grounded in the values and traditions of our founding Sisters and empowered by their sense of belonging, St. Anne’s graduates know themselves, care for others and strive to serve and improve their communities.

MISSION

Grounded by our founding values, we cultivate a community of curious and compassionate learners who are inspired to serve and enrich our world.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Fifth Grade Assistant Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. 

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

• Assist in the supervision of learning activities, circulating within the classroom and providing assistance and learning support to students.

• Promote skills and strategies for a joyful classroom environment

• Nurture meaningful relationships with students

• Incorporate lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion across the curriculum in both planning and delivery

• Plan, prepare, and teach specific curricular responsibilities (social studies)

• Facilitate targeted skill instruction and provide support to students as they practice them in small groups

• Collaborate with the lead teacher across classroom needs

• Support classroom neurodiversity and social-emotional spectrum in tandem with the lead teacher

• Participate in and contribute to communication with families 

• Utilize technology intentionally and demonstrate an interest in learning about new tools 

• Actively seek out professional development opportunities

• Fulfill assigned monitoring duties (i.e., recess, lunch duty, etc.)

• Assist in preparing classroom bulletin boards, classroom decorations, and displays of student activities, etc.

• Reinforce the school’s core values and policies inside and outside the classroom.

• Attend faculty meetings and parent conferences

• Contribute to community-wide needs and other duties as assigned

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field required. 

• Prior experience working with lower school grades (K-5).

• Excellent organization, presentation and communication skills.

• Strong classroom management skills.

• Commitment to collaboration and team teaching across disciplines.

• Ability to build a strong rapport with students, families, school personnel and external support providers.

• Willingness to develop one's own knowledge and skills through professional development.

• Ability to work and communicate effectively and efficiently with and within a culturally diverse student body, staff, and community.

• Demonstrated ability to be flexible, visible, resilient, collaborative, and approachable.

• An enthusiastic and strong work ethic, a team player, and a self-starter.

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our students and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

St. Anne’s believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry, disability genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.  The school’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotional opportunities, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

SALARY & BENEFITS 

$50,000 Annually

St. Anne’s offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement inclusion, long-term disability, life insurance, free lunch and tuition assistance.

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume, Philosophy of Education statement, and list of references to Rene Reynolds, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected].