First Grade Teacher

Overview Boulder Country Day (BCD) is seeking exceptional educators who bring joy, heart and excellence to the classroom! About Boulder Country Day School BCD is a premier independent school in Boulder. For more than 35 years, Boulder Country Day School has been at the forefront of education in the Boulder Valley and we offer an educational experience where empowered minds ignite global change. We invite you to discover the BCD difference! From the employees we hire, to our welcoming and safe campus environment, to the curriculum we teach, at BCD we honor and celebrate community and students. Core Values BCD has coalesced around a shared set of values that define our community and support our mission. Our values are the cornerstones of how we show up and are tenets we work hard to uphold everyday. To embody our values thoroughly and authentically means to take care of ourselves and others, explore many paths on our learning journey, meet new challenges with a sense of curiosity, and create inclusion and belonging in all aspects of the school experience in order to be part of something bigger than ourselves. All candidates for this position must not only commit to these values, but also work diligently to help bring them to life on a daily basis. Lower Elementary Teacher Responsibilities Homeroom teacher in a K-2 elementary division Provide a stimulating and creative learning environment Use best practices regarding student-centered instruction Participate in ongoing specific trainings such as literacy, math and differentiation Provide regular and thorough feedback to all BCD constituents (students, parents and colleagues) Support enrollment and retention by assisting in tours, events and other school outreach activities Other duties as assigned by Head of School Hours and Pay BCD’s teachers work traditional school hours (7:30 - 3:30) Salary range is $54,000 to $85,000 annually This is a 10 month position following an August through May school year calendar. This is an exempt position with excellent benefits and paid time off as outlined below Benefits Generous Paid Time Off including 10 paid holidays, as well as 48 hours of PTO and 48 hours of sick time Extended time off when school is closed for Thanksgiving break (one week), winter break (two weeks) and spring school break (one week) Approximately 95% employer paid medical/dental/vision insurance for employees Annual Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Retirement savings plan with a 5% employer match Tuition reduction up to 50% for students of employees that enroll in BCD Relocation support for non-local candidates Additional Perks Access to our Extended Day and Summer Programs at no charge for employees who have children Opportunities to earn additional compensation through additional activities such as coaching and enrichment classes Access to professional development opportunities - including funding, time, mentoring, and support High quality, nutritional lunch options during work - at no cost Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Commitment Boulder Country Day School recognizes and values all forms of diversity and is dedicated to providing an inclusive environment which honors each member for their individual differences, experiences and strengths. Our intentional commitment to embracing and exploring issues of diversity, equity, and inclusivity in support of social justice affords the freedom for all members of our school community to flourish as unique, confident, compassionate, and ethical individuals. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Master’s preferred Experience teaching in elementary level Background in Responsive Classroom (RC) and/or Orton-Gillingham (OG) model Knowledge of or background in independent schools Demonstrate effective communication skills Passion for teaching elementary school children Be a team player, open minded, flexible, and reflective Commit to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive school community #J-18808-Ljbffr