Kindergarten Full Time Elementary Teacher

Rocky Mountain Prep is a movement of educators, families, scholars, and advocates committed to changing public education in Colorado by democratizing college access for historically marginalized students and families. We operate twelve college-preparatory schools serving students from early childhood through twelfth grade, and we are fundamentally a world-class learning organization that invests deeply in every educator who joins us. Teachers engage in ongoing coaching and professional development, supported by clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities to strengthen their craft and advance along individualized career pathways grounded in our PEAK values. Our Approach to Elementary School Teaching

At RMP, our elementary school teachers don’t just teach students academic skills. Our elementary teachers empower students with academic knowledge, social-emotional growth, and a love of learning that they need to succeed in school and life. Engage students through rigorous, joyful instruction that focuses on teaching students to unlock their potential, overcome obstacles, and approach challenges with resilience and a sense of curiosity. Foster classroom discussions and collaboration among students of all ages, the teaching community, and teamwork. This role transforms lives by giving students the tools to achieve their big dreams and support our communities.

Elementary Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will...

Internalize, plan, and execute engaging lessons differentiated to meet the needs of their scholars and appeal to their interests.

Create and foster a safe environment where all students can thrive and learn, not just from you as the teacher but also from each other.

Build strong relationships with families and partner with families in their children’s education.

Work with other incredible teachers on a grade-level team, special educators, interventionists, and specials teachers to best support students and learn from peers.

Be a scholar of the Common Core Standards: Teach data-informed lessons: Ensure all students can reach their full academic potential by assessing for mastery and adjusting instruction.

Use research-based methods and curriculum to help students grow into well-rounded, confident, voracious readers.

All Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will:

Take ownership of student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide instruction, and ensuring all scholars grow through strong planning, rigorous teaching, and timely re-teaching. RMP teachers collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff, contribute to school-wide initiatives, and support daily operations to maintain a safe and organized environment. They also model RMP’s PEAK values in all interactions and remain flexible and responsive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment aligned to our evolving Concept Essence.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree (any subject)

Subject matter expertise required, as evidenced by either a record of results in teaching the content or a content-specific degree

Within the first year of your employment, you’re required to complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) -45 contact hours.

This is a full-time position with a salary range of $63,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.

At Rocky Mountain Prep, taking care of our team is essential to building joyful, academically excellent schools. Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days

• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee-only plans.
• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
• Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally
• Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)

*At Rocky Mountain Prep, you're joining a movement to change what's possible for public education in Colorado.We believe every child’s brilliance deserves a world-class education, and we build schools where rigor and love are the foundation for that promise. If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who believe deeply in kids, this is the place.

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