Art Teacher

Job Title: Art Teacher

Location: Onsite at Grand Peak Academy

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Principal

Work Hours/Days: Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Full Time

Typical Calendar Days Per Year: 180

Grand Peak Academy (GPA) is a kindergarten-eighth grade classical, Core Knowledge committed to providing excellent educational opportunities to students in Northeast Colorado Springs. GPA offers a holistic classical approach to education that implements rigorous academic instruction in conjunction with an active classroom. Our model challenges students to think critically and take active roles in their classrooms and communities. This results in higher achievement and greater engagement in school. Our school gives students the academic and character-building skills they need as learners and leaders.

Purpose statement

Grand Peak Academy is seeking a K-8 Art teacher for the 2026-2027 school year! This teacher will join a committed team of educators to strengthen the foundation of an extraordinary school. In their daily practice, GPA teachers will develop and implement a curriculum that meets all students' needs, cultivate a culture that encourages young learners and leaders, and leverage data and evidence-based teaching practices.

Essential Functions

• Provide an inviting, exciting, inclusive, and joyful classical learning environment;
• Participate wholeheartedly in professional development and enrich expertise in the subject area;
• Develop curriculum and lesson plans that are rigorous, clear, measurable, and aligned with Colorado Standards and GPA's instructional approaches;
• Embrace school initiatives and curriculum including Core Knowledge, CKLA, CHAMPS, and Eureka Math in planning for and teaching a diverse classroom of students with a wide variety of learning styles, needs and behaviors;
• Follow the school's policies and procedures for student conduct, discipline, and social-emotional development;
• Form meaningful relationships with families and involve parents in their children's education.
  
  

Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in teaching
• Must have a Colorado State license or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and a passing score on the Praxis or PLACE exam in your area of concentration (Elementary Education, Music, Technology, Physical Education etc) or must qualify under ESSA.
• Successfully complete a background check
  
  

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package which includes comprehensive health benefits. Salary Range: $52,166-$68,108

This position will be for the 2026-2027 school year

Mandatory Background Checks: In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and may require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.
  
  

Verification of Qualifications: You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.

Adherence to Colorado Education Laws: Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.

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