6th Grade Math Teacher

Job Title:

6th Grade Math 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 charter school 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 6th Grade Math 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 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, Math, etc)
• Successfully complete a background check

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package which includes comprehensive health benefits, paid vacation as well as sick time.

Salary Range: $52,166-$68,108

This position will be for the 2026-2027 school year.