Middle School ELA Teacher

Company Description

We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.

But we are so much more than this.

During the 2024-2025 school year, RMP is driving after five big goals:

1. 85% Staff Retention
2. 100% of campuses going green & ECE-2nd grade students growing an average of 1.25 years in math and reading
3. 100% of seniors accepted into college
4. 40% of 3rd-8th grade students meet their Accelerated Reader millionaire goal
5. RMP meets its network enrollment goal

Job Description

Role Mission

At RMP, we don’t just teach English—we teach students to think critically, communicate effectively, and see the power of their own voices. The knowledge-building curriculum you deliver doesn’t just impact your classroom—it strengthens students’ success across all subjects by building essential background knowledge, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills that enhance comprehension and engagement in other areas. At the heart of this work is a commitment to fostering a lifelong love of literature and information gathering, reading, writing, and inspiring students to see themselves as thinkers, creators, and learners. By bringing the curriculum to life, you’ll offer students “windows and mirrors” to explore diverse perspectives while reflecting on their identities. This foundation is critical for preparing students to meet and exceed the college-ready benchmark on Evidence-Based Reading and Writing on the SAT in high school.  This role transforms lives, ensures every lesson has purpose and fun, and is connected to their future success.

All Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will:

• Own student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide your teaching, maximizing instructional time, re-teaching where needed, and promoting outstanding scholar growth and proficiency. 
• Take ownership of your professional growth by actively engaging in regular coaching, being open to feedback, and commitment to continuous improvement. 
• Be consistently punctual and prepared for all lessons, coaching sessions, staff meetings, and other professional obligations (such as PD, parent-teacher conferences, etc).
• Build a strong, inclusive classroom culture where scholars thrive through proactive routines, culturally responsive structures, and restorative practices that foster belonging.
• Foster strong relationships with families through consistent communication, home visits, and engagement in school events, embracing each family's unique perspectives and promoting inclusion and diversity
• Model and embody RMP’s PEAK values (Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness) in all interactions with scholars, families, and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues, special education teachers, and support staff to deliver grade-level content and targeted interventions for all students.
• Participate in and contribute to school-wide initiatives, professional development, and student and staff recruitment efforts.
• Support school operations by assisting with daily duties such as arrival, dismissal, and lunch, ensuring a smooth, safe, and organized learning environment.
• RMP is fast-paced and data-driven. Your role combines clear expectations but also requires flexibility to adapt and contribute to our evolving Concept Essence.

ELA Teachers at Rocky Mountain Prep will...

• Read and fall in love with the unit texts: Cultivate a deep enthusiasm for the texts you teach, as your passion will be integral in students connecting to and engaging with the material on a deeper level.
• Write grade-level exemplars of writing tasks, diagnose writing, and efficiently give batch feedback: Guided by your clear, high-quality writing exemplars for students, diagnose writing challenges, and deliver timely, efficient batch feedback that supports students in improving their writing. 
• Be a scholar of the Common Core Standards: Understand the grade-level expectations outlined in the Common Core Standards, using them to define your bar of rigor. 
• Be a scholar of the Science of Reading: Immerse yourself in the Science of Reading to improve your approach to literacy instruction continuously. Use evidence-based strategies for building knowledge, enhancing vocabulary, and ensuring comprehension, with a special focus on fostering a love of language and words.
• Champion our Accelerated Reading Goal: Model and support students in achieving our goal of reading 2 million words. Do this by being knowledgeable about their progress and celebrating milestones along the way. Help students understand how reading widely and frequently increases their comprehension of other texts.
• Champion our Reading Academy program: Whether it’s teaching Reading Academy during a flood block or staying abreast of students’ growth in their foundational reading skills, support students in becoming confident and capable readers.

Qualifications

Education Requirements: 

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

Other Requirements

• Within the first year of your employment, it’s required to complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) -45 contact hours
• Pass a background check
• Demonstrate Eligibility to work in the United States
• Preferred Certifications

Compensation and Benefits 

• Salary: Full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits: Includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision), disability insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, and paid time off.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.