Elementary School Teacher

Job DetailsLevel

• ExperiencedJob
• Location:
• CLA -
• Commerce
• City,
• CO 80022Education
• Level: 4
• Year
• DegreeSalary
• Range: $56,000.00 - $62,000.00 Salary/yearHelp shape school culture and student experiences that last a lifetime! Elementary School
• Teacher
• Community
• Leadership
• Academy
• We’re looking for educators who:
• Believe in
• Every
• Student’s
• Potential: You are committed to helping all students succeed and take accountability for their growth
• Embrace the
• Elementary
• Classroom: You love the structure, energy, and purpose of teaching younger students
• Champion
• Equity and
• Character: You prioritize both academic excellence and the development of strong character, equity, and community
• Are
• Collaborative and
• Coachable: You work well with others and are open to constructive feedback to better serve your students
• Show
• Up with
• Dedication: You’re prepared, positive, and professional every day
• Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
• Competitive
• Compensation: Competitive salary between $56,000 to $62,600 based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options, $500.00 per month towards the Employee's benefits plan,
• Retirement
• Planning: Colorado PERA retirement plan with optional 401K opportunities
• Time
• Off:
• Time
• Off: 7 paid personal days annually to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
• Professional
• Growth: Opportunities for leadership development, collaboration, and professional learning Why CLA/VPA? At Community Leadership Academy and Victory Preparatory Academy, we offer more than just a job—we provide the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a mission-driven school community where relationships, high expectations, and student success matter. We are seeking dedicated early childhood educators to join the Elementary School Teacher team at Community Leadership Academy. As an Elementary School Teacher, you will play a vital role in nurturing young learners, preparing them for kindergarten, and instilling a love for learning. QualificationsYour Role and Responsibilities
• As an elementary teacher at
• CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to:
• Inspire
• Young
• Minds: Create and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons across content areas using high-quality curriculum resources like Into
• Reading,
• Eureka
• Math, and
• Core
• Knowledge
• Foster a
• Positive
• Environment: Build a classroom where every student feels safe, respected, and encouraged to thrive
• Guide
• Student
• Learning: Use real-time data and formative assessments to guide your instruction and provide targeted support for each learner
• Collaborate and
• Differentiate: Work with specialists to ensure every student’s needs are met through thoughtful differentiation and teamwork
• Reinforce
• School
• Culture: Promote a strong school culture with consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement
• Engage
• Families: Maintain regular communication with families about student progress, behavior, and successes
• Grow
• Professionally: Be open to feedback and continuously improve through coaching and collaboration with your peers

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (required) One of the following in elementary education: Colorado teaching license or endorsement 36 credit hours in content Passing score on approved Praxis exams For grades K–3 positions, 45 hours of Colorado READ Act training or passed PRAXIS 5205 Prior experience working with elementary-aged students strongly preferred About Us Community Leadership Academy and Victory Preparatory Academy are located just north of downtown Denver in Commerce City, CO. We offer the perfect blend of urban convenience and small-town charm. As award-winning charter schools, we are committed to providing staff and students with the best tools and technology to foster success in academics and beyond. Learn more: Community Leadership Academy / Victory Preparatory Academy Apply online: CLA Job Listings Send your resume to: clavpajobs@clacharter.org Community Leadership Academy & Victory Preparatory Academy are equal opportunity employers committed to creating an inclusive environment where all students and staff can thrive. Learn more at clacharter.org Watch our story