SY2026-27 3rd Grade Teacher

Who We Are

• A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
• Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement
• Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship
• Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development

Who We Serve

• 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
• 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
• 56% English Language Learners

What You’ll Do

• Embody the mission and values of Atlas Schools, including connection, accountability, growth mindset, and perseverance.
• Plan for and deliver engaging, motivating, rigorous, and standards-aligned instruction using research-based practices.
• Design, implement, document, and revise lesson plans, curricular materials, and instructional resources as required by the school.
• Complete the necessary training to administer standardized and progress-monitoring assessments to inform instruction and support
• Maintain a classroom environment that is inclusive, structured, and conducive to learning, aligned to school-wide academic and behavioral expectations.
• Serve as an adviser to a group of students and families, maintaining consistent communication and hosting required family conferences.
• Draft and revise scholar report cards to ensure clear, meaningful communication of student progress.
• Actively engage families as partners by understanding their backgrounds and experiences to support an equitable and inclusive school community.
• Collaborate professionally with colleagues and instructional coaches, demonstrating openness to feedback and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through reflection and adherence to shared systems.
• Participate in professional development, instructional planning, and required school events throughout the year.
• Support school operations as needed, including but not limited to, arrival, dismissal, lunch, field trips, academic support sessions, community events, and graduations.
• Provide classroom coverage for colleagues during absences when required (with additional compensation).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Compensation & Schedule 

• Salaried/Exempt
• Signing Bonus: $1,000
• Annual Salary Range: $50,500 - $63,549 (DOE)
• Full Time; Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits

• Approximately 13 weeks of paid school breaks
• 30 hours of annual flex time and 48 hours of annual sick time 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
• 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit 
• 100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of employee discounts

Annual Calendar and SY2026-27 Start Date

• Annual Workdays: 199 
  • Following years will not include new staff orientation and will consist of 196 workdays.
• Start Date: July 13, 2026 

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Meet “in-field status” by fulfilling at least ONE of the following qualifications by October 31, 2026:
  • Colorado Department of Education License with endorsement in Elementary Education
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education
  • Successful completion of the PRAXIS 5205 and PRAXIS Series 5903 within the last 10 years
• Ability to successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7
• Be 100% dedicated to educational equity and committed to creating a rigorous, nurturing, and joyful educational experience
• Have the highest commitment to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, best practices, and regular assessment
• Ownership for the academic results of students
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Ability to demonstrate evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
• Possess a growth mindset and experience using feedback as a way to improve practice

Desired Qualifications 

• Bilingual: Spanish & English or have experience working with bilingual students
• Successful leader of an urban classroom who has used structure, incentives, and high expectations to drive student success while creating a joyful environment for students to thrive in

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to regularly fulfill duties in person
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, and successfully working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed
• Must be able to fulfill all aspects of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to adhere to the policies and procedures of Atlas Schools

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this role.

Position Closes: When Filled

Salary : $50,500 - $63,549