5th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Intermediate - Grades 4, 5

Date Posted:
6/16/2026

Location:
Basalt Middle School

Date Available:
08/06/2025
"Our mission is to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a changing world."

Position: Licensed 5th Grade Social Studies Teacher
School Year: 2026-2027
Location: Basalt Middle School
Reports to: Basalt Middle School Principal
Classification: Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week)
Contract Period: 185 working days.

Salary Range

• *$54,000 to $83,500 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience) *The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule
• Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.

Benefits

• The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include, paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program. RFSD Benefits Guide
• RFSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities. Read the district's full nondiscrimination statement online at

About us

• With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Basalt Middle School is proud to be a recipient of the Colorado Governor's Distinguished Improvement Award, recognizing our commitment to exceptional student growth. We've also been honored nationally as a School to Watch, a testament to our strong growth mindset culture and dedication to the whole child. Our mission is clear: "To ensure that EVERY student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive and contribute in a changing world: Work Hard, Be Kind, Achieve." Serving a diverse, multilingual student body of approximately 450 students in grades 5 through 8, BMS is committed to fostering academic excellence and character development. We are seeking educators who hold high expectations for all students and who understand the critical role of character education in the middle school years. To learn more about our school and community, please visit our website:

Position Overview

• We are seeking a passionate and dedicated part time Social Studies Teacher to join our dynamic 5th grade team. As part of a strong and collaborative grade-level team, this teacher will play a key role in fostering academic excellence through engaging, standards-based instruction. Bilingualism in English and Spanish is desirable, but is not required.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality social studies instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, implement, and assess lessons aligned to standards and student needs.
• Foster a classroom environment that is inclusive, culturally responsive, and supportive of all learners.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Deep passion for equitable, engaging instruction.
• Strong planning skills rooted in standards-based practices.
• Enthusiastic about building relationships with a diverse student population.
• Committed to making learning relevant, joyful, and meaningful.

Education and Licensing Guidelines

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Active Colorado teacher license, authorization, or the ability to obtain
• Endorsement in Elementary Education (K-6), or the ability to obtain
• Official transcripts must be provided upon hire. For international transcripts, an evaluation is required through a member organization of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
• Visa candidates: An initial (3-year) license is the minimum requirement for employment offers

Physical Requirements

• May include, standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.

We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!