Aspen Community School Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

Aspen School District; Aspen (CO); On-site; USD 73,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspen Community School in Woody Creek, Colorado seeks a Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher to support K-8 students four days a week (Mon-Thu) for the 2026-2027 year. The position reports to the ACS Principal and runs Nov 30, 2026 through Jan 19, 2027, approximately 20 days, with compensation of $6,500 to $6,800 DOE.

The role requires delivering engaging Spanish instruction, fostering a safe learning environment, and collaborating with families and staff while following COMPASS and Colorado

Qualifications

• Command of the Spanish language preferred, not required.
• BA or BS preferred, not required.
• Current Colorado Teaching License preferred, not required.
• Experience instructing students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery.

Responsibilities

• Establishes a safe and respectful learning environment in line with ACS expectations.
• Builds positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Delivers instruction that supports listening, reading, writing, and speaking in Spanish.
• Manages groups of students during instructional and transition periods.
• Reinforces clear classroom expectations and professional conduct.
• Maintains a prepared, organized classroom and materials.
• Promotes independent thinking, problem solving, and growing autonomy.
• Adapt instruction for learners across grade levels.
• Communicates effectively with families and colleagues.

Skills

Spanish language

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Education

BA/BS preferred

Job description

Aspen Community School Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

Job Description

The Aspen Community School is a public charter school in Woody Creek, Colorado serving 135 students. Our highly respected school provides a balanced, integrated curriculum that incorporates intentional community values, individual character development, and strong academic skills woven into project-based learning opportunities and intentional field experiences. Aspen Community School is one of two K-8 public charter schools of Compass, who share the Mission of fostering lifelong learning and empowering individuals to take responsibility for themselves, their learning and their community ( www.discovercompass.org ).

At Aspen Community School, we understand that rigorous academics alone are insufficient to prepare our students for success in a world in which innovation, problem solving, and the ability to work collaboratively are more prized than ever. Our small class sizes (average of 15) ensure that students feel heard and supported by their community. Character, compassion, creativity, and critical thinking skills are hallmarks of ACS graduates.

ACS is a teacher-powered school: Teachers work together to drive decisions concerning curriculum, academic schedules, school calendar, discipline, and take collective responsibility for the success and growth of the school. Teachers at ACS embrace the creative and collaborative nature of a teacher-powered model, because it allows us to make changes that are in the best interests of our students.

The Aspen Community School is seeking aLong-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Title:Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

Reports to:Casey White, ACS Principal

Classification: Part Time, Long-term Substitute

Contract Period:Monday-Thursday, November 30, 2026 - January 19, 2027, A pproximately 20 days of work.

Primary Location:Aspen Community School, Woody Creek, CO

The Spanish Teacher supports Spanish language acquisition for students in grades K-8 four days a week (M-Th). Knowledge of acquisition driven instruction/comprehensible input supports that growth of all students.

Responsibilities:

• Establishes a safe and respectful learning environment for all students, integrating ACS expectations for academic excellence, relevance, and focus on relationships
• Builds positive relationships with the students, parents, and staff
• Delivers effective instruction that support listening, reading, writing and speaking in Spanish
• Effectively manages small or large groups of children during academic, transitional, or recess periods
• Supports effective classroom management by reinforcing clear classroom expectations
• Responsible for conducting a prepared, organized and professional classroom
• Model and foster independent thinking skills, creative problem solving, and increasing autonomy
• Demonstrates a developmental understanding of students across grade levels
• Supports consistent and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues
• Follows policies established by the COMPASS Board of Directors, administration, the respective school district, and Colorado State mandated school guidelines, except where COMPASS has received waivers
• Completes other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Command of the Spanish language preferred, not required.
• B.A. or B.S. preferred, not required.
• Current Colorado Teaching License preferred, not required.
• Demonstrated experience in the instruction of students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5971423
Application Deadline: Nov 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 30, 2026

Job Description

The Aspen Community School is a public charter school in Woody Creek, Colorado serving 135 students. Our highly respected school provides a balanced, integrated curriculum that incorporates intentional community values, individual character development, and strong academic skills woven into project-based learning opportunities and intentional field experiences. Aspen Community School is one of two K-8 public charter schools of Compass, who share the Mission of fostering lifelong learning and empowering individuals to take responsibility for themselves, their learning and their community ( www.discovercompass.org ).

At Aspen Community School, we understand that rigorous academics alone are insufficient to prepare our students for success in a world in which innovation, problem solving, and the ability to work collaboratively are more prized than ever. Our small class sizes (average of 15) ensure that students feel heard and supported by their community. Character, compassion, creativity, and critical thinking skills are hallmarks of ACS graduates.

ACS is a teacher-powered school: Teachers work together to drive decisions concerning curriculum, academic schedules, school calendar, discipline, and take collective responsibility for the success and growth of the school. Teachers at ACS embrace the creative and collaborative nature of a teacher-powered model, because it allows us to make changes that are in the best interests of our students.

The Aspen Community School is seeking aLong-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

Position Title:Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher

Reports to:Casey White, ACS Principal

Classification: Part Time, Long-term Substitute

Contract Period:Monday-Thursday, November 30, 2026 - January 19, 2027, A pproximately 20 days of work.

Primary Location:Aspen Community School, Woody Creek, CO

Compensation: $6,500 to $6,800 DOE

The Spanish Teacher supports Spanish language acquisition for students in grades K-8 four days a week (M-Th). Knowledge of acquisition driven instruction/comprehensible input supports that growth of all students.

Responsibilities:

• Establishes a safe and respectful learning environment for all students, integrating ACS expectations for academic excellence, relevance, and focus on relationships
• Builds positive relationships with the students, parents, and staff
• Delivers effective instruction that support listening, reading, writing and speaking in Spanish
• Effectively manages small or large groups of children during academic, transitional, or recess periods
• Supports effective classroom management by reinforcing clear classroom expectations
• Responsible for conducting a prepared, organized and professional classroom
• Model and foster independent thinking skills, creative problem solving, and increasing autonomy
• Demonstrates a developmental understanding of students across grade levels
• Supports consistent and effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues
• Follows policies established by the COMPASS Board of Directors, administration, the respective school district, and Colorado State mandated school guidelines, except where COMPASS has received waivers
• Completes other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Command of the Spanish language preferred, not required.
• B.A. or B.S. preferred, not required.
• Current Colorado Teaching License preferred, not required.
• Demonstrated experience in the instruction of students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery.

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $6,500 to $6,800 Long Term Sub
Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Language: Spanish

Substitute > Substitute: Teachers

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Casey White , Principal
• Aspen Community School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]