Upper Elementary School Teacher (SY26/27)

Rocky Mountain Prep; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

5 Weeks of Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Health Insurance

PERA retirement

Paid Leave of Absence

Mental Health & Wellness Support

Pre-Tax Accounts

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Prep in Denver is seeking Elementary Teachers for Upper Elementary classrooms (3rd, 4th, 5th). You will design engaging, differentiated lessons, build a positive classroom culture, and collaborate with families to support student growth.

This full-time position offers a salary range of $63,000 to $89,000 based on experience and qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, PTO, holidays, and PERA retirement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (any subject) required
• Subject matter expertise evidenced by teaching results or a content-specific degree
• Pass background check and eligibility to work in the United States within first year
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States and use E-Verify

Responsibilities

• Inspire a love of learning with differentiated lessons.
• Create a safe, inclusive classroom culture where scholars thrive.
• Build a joyful and rigorous learning environment; plan and re-teach as needed.
• Partner with families to support students’ education.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams and specialists to support learners.
• Teach to the Common Core Standards and ensure data-informed instruction.
• Champion evidence-based reading instruction and foundational literacy.

Education

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

Subject matter expertise demonstrated by results or degree

Job description

Rocky Mountain Prep is currently seeking Elementary Teachers who are interested in teaching in Upper Elementary classrooms, including 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade.

Responsibilities

• Inspire a love of learning: Internalize, plan, and execute engaging lessons differentiated to meet the needs of scholars and appeal to their interests.
• Be a culture carrier: 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.
• Bring the joy: Build a strong foundational love of learning in students so that learning feels like fun, even when it’s hard work!
• Partner with families: Build strong relationships with families and partner with families in their children’s education.
• Be a teammate: Work with other teachers on a grade-level team, special educators, interventionists, and specialty teachers to best support students and learn from peers.
• Be a scholar of the Common Core Standards: Understand the grade-level expectations outlined in the Common Core Standards, using them to define a bar of rigor and be an expert in all subjects taught.
• Teach data‑informed lessons: Ensure all students can reach their full academic potential by assessing for mastery and adjusting instruction.
• Champion science‑based reading instruction: Use research‑based methods and curriculum to help students grow into well‑rounded, confident 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. 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)
• Subject matter expertise required, as evidenced by either a record of results in teaching the content or a content‑specific degree

Other Requirements

• Within the first year of employment, 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.
• Use E‑Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of new hires.

Salary

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

Benefits

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)

Equal Opportunity & Eligibility

RMP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds. 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.