High School English Language Arts Teacher; SY

Overview

This position is for the 2026/2027 school year, starting in August 2026. Staff will report to summer PD in July 2026.

RMP’s elementary teachers empower students with academic knowledge, social–emotional growth, and a love of learning. Build inclusive classrooms where students feel seen and heard, engage in rigorous, joyful instruction, foster discussion and collaboration, and support students in achieving big dreams.

• Read and fall in love with the unit texts, cultivating a deep enthusiasm that will connect students to and engage them with the material.
• Write grade‑level exemplars of writing tasks, diagnose writing, and give efficient batch feedback to improve student writing.
• Be a scholar of the Common Core Standards, using them to define rigor.
• Be a scholar of the Science of Reading, using evidence‑based strategies to build vocabulary, comprehension, and a love of language.
• Champion our Accelerated Reading Goal of reading 2 million words, celebrating milestones and supporting student progress.
• Champion our Reading Academy program, teaching during blocks or staying abreast of student growth and supporting confident readers.

Take ownership of student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide instruction, and ensuring scholars grow through rigorous teaching and timely reteaching. Build inclusive, relationship‑centered classrooms, collaborate closely with colleagues, support school‑wide initiatives, model RMP’s PEAK values, and remain flexible in a data‑driven environment.

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

• Complete CDE READ Act or CDE CLD training within the first year (45 contact hours).
• Pass a background check.
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.
• We use E‑Verify to confirm identity and employment eligibility.

None specified.

This is a full‑time position with a salary range of $60,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.

• Paid Time Off – vacation, personal, and sick days
• 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – Winter and Summer breaks
• Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, 100% coverage for employee‑only plans
• Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
• Paid Leave of Absence Options – parental, medical, and disability leave
• Mental Health & Wellness Support – help you thrive personally and professionally
• Pre‑Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts, dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts

At Rocky Mountain Prep, you join a movement to change public education in Colorado. RMP believes every child’s brilliance deserves a world‑class education, building schools where rigor and love promise results. You’ll be developed, challenged, and championed as you grow into the educator you aspire to be.

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

Join our movement to transform public education in Colorado and prepare every student for college and beyond.