Middle School Math Teacher ($10k signing bonus)

Chalkbeat New York; Denver (CO); Sur place; USD 63 000 - 89 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid Time Off

5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holydys

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Through PERA

Paid Leave of Absence Options

Mental Health & Wellness Support

Pre-Tax Accounts

Résumé du poste

Rocky Mountain Prep in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Middle School Math Teacher for a fully in-person role at one of our Rocky Mountain Prep campuses in Denver. A $10,000 signing bonus is offered, with a salary range of $63,000 to $89,000 based on experience and qualifications.

We emphasize rigorous math pedagogy, student growth, and ongoing coaching and professional development within our PEAK values. This full-time position requires eligibility to work in the United States and active

Qualifications

• Strong math pedagogy and effective instructional strategies.
• Ability to engage diverse learners and foster critical thinking.

Responsabilités

• Teach middle school math with rigorous standards.
• Collaborate with coaches and peers to align with the RMP program.
• Use data to guide instruction and re-teach when needed.
• Maintain inclusive, relationship-centered classrooms and communicate with families.

Connaissances

Math pedagogy

Student engagement

Data-driven instruction

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Description du poste

Teacher Middle School Math Teacher ($10k signing bonus)

This position is eligible for a $10,000 signing bonus paid out in two installments.

Location: This school-based position is 100% in person at one of our Rocky Mountain Prep campuses. All school-based staff are essential members of our campus community, working on-site each day alongside students, colleagues, and families to create a strong school community and support student growth and achievement. This position is not remote or hybrid.

The RMP Promise

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. Rooted in a culture of rigor and love, RMP promises to coach, develop, and champion every team member so they can do their best work and grow as professionals, people, and leaders.

Every RMP team member plays a role in advancing our shared goals for student success and organizational strength. Our Big Five Goals establish the key outcomes we are working toward together across our schools and network:

• Student Achievement: 60% average proficiency on CMAS & PSAT by Spring 2027; zero schools rated Orange or Red on the 2027–28 Colorado School Performance Framework
• Financial Sustainability: 5,100 students enrolled, as measured by October Count; $4MM in total philanthropic gifts during the 2026–27 school year
• Parent Satisfaction: 90% regular attendance; no more than 10% chronic absenteeism
• Staff Engagement & Enablement: 75% annual staff retention from July 2026 to July 2027
• Student Persistence — Health & Wellness: 90% year-over-year student persistence from September 2026 to September 2027

Each team member contributes to these goals through their role and collaboration across RMP.

Our Approach to Teaching Middle School Math

At RMP, we don’t just teach math – we teach students to be lifelong, strategic problem solvers. We focus on mathematical practice standards and give students opportunities to think critically, collaborate with peers, and justify their strategies. Math teachers will create an engaging, supportive learning environment that promotes problem-solving, math discourse, conceptual understanding, and fluency with grade-level knowledge and skills described in the Common Core Math Standards. They understand that mistakes are a valuable part of learning and encourage students to take academic risks. Math teachers are an integral part of our educational team, working collaboratively with their coach and peers to ensure our students’ academic success by implementing the RMP Math Academic Program & Resources.

Math Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will…

• Be a continuous learner of strong math pedagogy and research.
• Challenge students with tasks that encourage deep thinking and active problem-solving, letting them take the lead in their learning
• Encourage multiple solution strategies for any math problem or concept.
• Incorporate strategies that promote conceptual understanding and procedural fluency with grade-level math topics.
• Implement network math intervention strategies based on student data that support students with unfinished learning.

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. They build inclusive, relationship-centered classrooms by implementing proactive routines, culturally responsive practices, and consistent communication with families. 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)

Other Requirements

• 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.
• Pass a background check.
• Demonstrate Eligibility to work in the United States.
• We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

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. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 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. Here, you’ll be developed, challenged, and championed as you grow into the educator you aspire to be. If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career alongside people who believe deeply in kids, this is the place.

Demonstrate Eligibility to Work in the United States

All employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States at the time of hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time. RMP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds.