Elementary School Teacher

All Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will:Own student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide your teaching, maximizing instructional time, re-teaching where needed, and promoting outstanding scholar growth and proficiency. Take ownership of your professional growth by actively engaging in regular coaching, being open to feedback, and commitment to continuous improvement. Be consistently punctual and prepared for all lessons, coaching sessions, staff meetings, and other professional obligations (such as PD, parent-teacher conferences, etc).Build a strong, inclusive classroom culture where scholars thrive through proactive routines, culturally responsive structures, and restorative practices that foster belonging.Foster strong relationships with families through consistent communication, home visits, and engagement in school events, embracing each family's unique perspectives and promoting inclusion and diversityModel and embody RMP’s PEAK values (Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness) in all interactions with scholars, families, and staff.Collaborate with colleagues, special education teachers, and support staff to deliver grade-level content and targeted interventions for all students.Participate in and contribute to school-wide initiatives, professional development, and student and staff recruitment efforts.Support school operations by assisting with daily duties such as arrival, dismissal, and lunch, ensuring a smooth, safe, and organized learning environment.RMP is fast-paced and data-driven. Your role combines clear expectations but also requires flexibility to adapt and contribute to our evolving Concept Essence. 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. Why RMP?You are joining a movement at Rocky Mountain Prep, not just a school. Here, you’ll benefit from impactful development and coaching in a community that embraces feedback and prioritizes continuous growth. At RMP, love and high expectations work in tandem, with every staff member dedicated to ensuring our students receive the opportunities they deserve.RMP is an equal opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.