What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Teaching Positions position at Cherry Hills Christian School?
Description
Position Overview
Cherry Hills Christian School is seeking a Christ-centered, passionate, and collaborative Lower School Teacher who will joyfully partner in our commitment to prepare students to live fully for God. The ideal candidate will embody the heart of a disciple-maker, pursue academic excellence, and cultivate meaningful relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader community.
Our teachers are more than instructors—they are mentors, shepherds, and leaders who model the love of Jesus and seek to fulfill the Great Commission through daily classroom life. This role requires a commitment to professional excellence, spiritual formation, and an unwavering belief in the transformational power of Christian education.
Key Responsibilities
- Create a Christ-centered, nurturing classroom environment that fosters spiritual growth, academic curiosity, and student engagement
- Design and deliver differentiated, developmentally appropriate lessons that align with CHCS’s academic standards and biblical worldview integration
- Assess and monitor student progress, using data to inform instruction and support individual learning needs
- Maintain consistent and meaningful communication with parents, partnering with them in both the academic and spiritual development of their children
- Collaborate regularly with teammates and school leadership to support a unified, mission-aligned learning community
- Participate fully in school events, professional development, and discipleship opportunities
- Uphold high standards of classroom management that reflect grace, consistency, and biblical principles
- Model the ideal team player traits—humble, hungry, people smart, positive and loyal —in all professional interactions
- Contribute to the spiritual life of the school by participating in chapel, prayer, and mentoring students as disciples of Jesus
About Cherry Hills Christian School
Cherry Hills Christian School (CHC), located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, has been faithfully serving students and their families for over 40 years. With over 800 students enrolled in Preschool through Grade 8, CHC is recognized as a leading Christ-centered school in the Denver metro area. Guided by our commitment to prepare students to Think Biblically, Live Faithfully, and Lead Courageously to impact the world for Christ.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and statement of faith outlining their philosophy of Christian education, as part of the application. Please include the grade levels you are interested in teaching.
Reports To: Director of Lower School
Position Type: Full-time, exempt (40 hrs/wk)
Salary Range: $54,000 - $94,000
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 403B, PTO
Location: Cherry Hills Christian School – Highlands Ranch, CO
Applications: Accepting applications throughout the year.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a lifestyle that reflects Biblical principles
- A deep commitment to the Great Commission and a passion for discipling the next generation
- Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (master’s preferred)
- Current teaching certification or willingness to pursue certification
- Strong instructional and classroom management skills
- Experience integrating a biblical worldview into curriculum and classroom culture
- A collaborative spirit and a desire to be part of a dynamic, mission-driven team
- Demonstrated ability to build meaningful relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
- Proficiency in using educational technology to enhance instruction
- A growth mindset and eagerness to learn and improve professionally
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Christian or independent school education
- Familiarity with curriculum development and instructional best practices for early childhood and elementary grades
- Coaching, extracurricular leadership, or missions involvement
- Must agree to the mission statement, values, and faith statement
Salary : $52,000 - $94,000
