5th Grade Teacher - Elementary School

27J Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

27J Schools in the Denver metro area is seeking a dedicated teacher for full-time Elementary & Pre-K positions at Southlawn Elementary. The role requires a Colorado teaching license and the ability to engage students and foster a love of learning.

You will join a high-performing team, manage multiple tasks, and adapt to evolving curricula while supporting students in Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE position with opportunities for professional growth and

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Department of Education Teaching License/Authorization.
• Endorsement or qualifications in the posted subject area.
• Ability to handle many complex tasks simultaneously.
• Ability and interest to be part of a high-functioning team.
• Ability and interest to learn continuously and adapt to changing circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Inspire student love and ownership of learning.
• Collaborate with a high-functioning team and support curriculum changes.

Skills

Colorado Teaching License

In Field Endorsement

Multitasking

Team Collaboration

Education

Colorado Teaching License/Authorization

In Field Endorsement (subject area)

Job description

To drive our mission, 27J Schools employs over 2,000 team members in a variety of professions including educators, administrators, secretaries, accountants, software engineers, programmers, custodians, student support paras, and more.In facilities & operations, we have opportunities for HVAC techs, groundskeepers, electricians, construction managers, school safety personnel, planners, and maintenance.

Located in the Denver metro area 27J is close to the city, DEN airport, Boulder and all the best Colorado has to offer. We empower students in Brighton, Commerce City and Thornton.

• Position Type:
  Elementary & Pre-K - School Certified Positions/ Elementary Teacher
• Date Posted:
  10/6/2026
• Location:
  Southlawn Elementary
• Date Available:
  October 2026
• Closing Date:
  10/12/2026

27J Schools is seeking a teacher to inspire student love and ownership of learning. This is a full-time, or 1.0 FTE position.

Required Qualifications:

• A valid Colorado Department of Education Teaching License/Authorization.
• Meet Colorado Department of Education "In Field" endorsement or qualifications requirements for the posted subject area.
• The ability to handle many complex tasks simultaneously.
• The ability and interest to be part of a high-functioning team.
• The ability and interest to learn continuously and to adapt to changing circumstances (student characteristics, curriculum, and so on).

A belief in empowering all children as owners of their learning.