Upper Elementary School Teacher (SY26/27)

rockymountainprep; 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 is seeking Elementary Teachers for Upper Elementary classrooms (3rd–5th grade). This 100% in-person, school-based role is based at one of our Colorado campuses, with no remote option. The role emphasizes rigorous, data-informed instruction, equity-focused teaching, and ongoing professional growth within a PEAK-values culture.

Salary ranges from $63,000 to $89,000, commensurate with experience. Benefits include PTO, health insurance, PERA retirement, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in any subject.
• Content expertise demonstrated by results or a content-specific degree.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of student outcomes with high expectations and data-guided instruction.
• Build inclusive, relationship-centered classrooms through proactive routines and family communication.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, special educators, interventionists, and specialists.
• Deliver rigorous, joyful instruction aligned to the Common Core Standards.
• Use data to inform planning, reteach when needed, and support student growth.
• Champion science-based reading instruction and foster a love of learning.

Education

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

Content-specific degree or proven results in teaching the content

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.

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 and 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.

RMP’s Big Five Goals

1. 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
2. Financial Sustainability: 5,100 students enrolled, as measured by October Count; $4MM in total philanthropic gifts during the 2026–27 school year
3. Parent Satisfaction: 90% regular attendance; no more than 10% chronic absenteeism
4. Staff Engagement & Enablement: 75% annual staff retention from July 2026 to July 2027
5. 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 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. Build an inclusive classroom where students feel seen and heard and aren’t afraid to make mistakes. 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...

• Inspire a love of learning: Internalize, plan, and execute engaging lessons differentiated to meet the needs of their 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 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: Understand the grade-level expectations outlined in the Common Core Standards, using them to define your bar of rigor and be an expert in all subjects you teach.
• 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, 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. 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 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 eligibility to work of all new hires.
• Preferred Certifications

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)

*A detailed list of benefits is here.

Why RMP?

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.