First Grade Assistant Teacher

Mackintosh Academy, a co-educational independent school serving gifted students in grades K through 8th is seeking a full-time first grade Assistant Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. Mackintosh Academy presents an exceptional opportunity to work with bright, dedicated, and creative students and colleagues in a highly innovative and naturally beautiful setting.

We seek a candidate who values the balance of intellectually challenging and creative programs with developmentally appropriate and research-based practices. Our excellent student-teacher ratios allow for individualized instruction and education of the whole child. We take a strengths-centered approach in offering an academically strong, child-focused and differentiated curriculum to gifted and creative children.

Position Description

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Works closely with the Lead Teacher to coordinate instruction using a variety of best curricular approaches including: Orton-Gillingham-based word study, writing & reading workshop using the Collaborative Literacy curriculum, conceptual and manipulative-based math programming via Illustrative Mathematics curriculum, inquiry-based/hands-on science, and integrated and thematic social studies.

• Supports the coordination of IB planning and implementation via a highly collaborative relationship with other grade levels, specialist teachers, and curriculum coordinators.

• Facilitates the social and emotional development of the students. Key components of our daily life include: morning meetings, class meetings, service and leadership opportunities, class and school-wide agreements, rituals, routines, and all-school gatherings.

• Implements a variety of instructional and assessment methods including integrated use of educational technology, design-thinking, experiential education, and project-based learning.

• Maintains effective communication with families, colleagues, and administration.

• Participates fully in staff meetings and retreats.

• Supports the overall mission of Mackintosh Academy.

Credentials / Salary / Benefits

• Bachelor’s Degree required. Masters preferred. Experience in gifted education and/or International Baccalaureate programs is a plus.

• Salary range: $45,000- $55,000

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance, 401k/401k-Roth retirement, sick leave, and paid time off.

Application

Please send/email cover letter, resumé, statement of educational philosophy, and supporting materials to boulder-jobs@mackboulder.com, Attn: Alice Murphy, 1st Grade Assistant Teacher. The application deadline for this position is April 25, 2025.

Mackintosh Academy - Boulder is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial and marital status, age, socio-economic status or disability. Mackintosh Academy - Boulder is committed to fostering justice, equity, diversity and inclusion among our employees, school community and beyond. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply and are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that promotes a sense of belonging for all. We encourage you to read the school’s BeJEDI Commitment Statement.

For more information about Mackintosh Academy, visit our website.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $55,000