About Rocky Mountain Prep Rocky Mountain Prep is a growing network of innovative public charter schools, serving students in pre-kindergarten through 12th Grade in the Greater Denver Area. Rocky Mountain Prep opened its first school in 2012 with 130 students and has grown to four schools, working with over 1,800 scholars across two districts. Grounded in our culture of rigor and love, our schools consistently outperform local districts academically, while also ensuring our scholars are developing in our PEAK values of perseverance, excellence, adventure, and kindness. In the school year ******** , we will grow to 12 schools serving over 5,000 students. Who We Seek If you are mission-driven, humble in your reflections about your practice, smart in the ways you approach data, and results-oriented, we'd love to see you apply. During the ******** school year, RMP is driving after five big goals: 85% Staff Retention100% of campuses going green & ECE-2nd grade students growing an average of 1.25 years in math and reading100% of seniors accepted into college40% of 3rd-8th grade students meet their Accelerated Reader millionaire goalRMP meets its network enrollment goalEach member of the organization plays a part in achieving these goals. School-based staff members will work towards 2 or 3 metrics that are aligned to both their roles AND the Big 5. These metrics vary by position and are subject to change. As a physical education teacher, you will be held accountable for some of these goals. Role Mission The Rocky Mountain Prep Noel P.E. department is looking for a team-oriented health professional who can support young adults in achieving overall wellness. Someone who can instruct the various topics of Physical Education and Health with joy and rigor. As a shared campus, our instructors need to be flexible problem solvers who can execute great lessons in sometimes limited spaces. Every teacher at Rocky Mountain Prep Noel is also an advisor. Advisors serve as the bridge between the school and families, to ensure every student has a trusted adult in the building to advocate for what they need alongside them and their family. In this role, you will… Develop and implement a comprehensive physical education curriculum aligned with state standards, educational goals, and student needs.Plan and prepare engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans that promote physical activity, skill development, and overall wellness in alignment with DPS requirements for physical education.Deliver dynamic and interactive physical education lessons that incorporate a variety of teaching strategies, equipment, and activities to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.Teach fundamental movement skills, sports techniques, and fitness principles while emphasizing safety, teamwork, and sportsmanship.Assess student learning and progress through formative and summative evaluations, including skill assessments, written tests, and performance-based assessments.Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive learning environment by implementing effective classroom management strategies, behavioral expectations, and discipline procedures.Integrate health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene, and personal wellness into the physical education curriculum to promote holistic health education.Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and participation in physical education activities.Participate in professional development activities, attend workshops, and collaborate with colleagues to stay current with trends, research, and best practices in physical education. Required Qualifications Bachelor's and/or master's degree (any subject)Completion of CDE READ Act training and/or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) 45 contact hoursPass a background checkDemonstrate eligibility to work in the United StatesMust possess one or more of the following:Current Colorado teaching license with relevant grade/ content endorsement ((K-12; 6-8, or 7-12)) OR An official transcript demonstration a degree (graduate or undergraduate) in secondary education and/or relevant content area Preferred Qualifications Minimum two years of lead teaching experience. (We define lead teacher as the primary teacher in the classroom who is responsible for all academic content.)Experience with progress monitoring, data collection, and analysisKnowledgeable about culturally responsive instruction and critical pedagogical framework Demonstrated success working with scholars from historically marginalized communitiesPosition Salary
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a salary range of $60,000 to $84,000 depending on experience and level of education.
Total RewardsHealth Insurance (medical, dental, vision)Disability InsuranceLife InsuranceRetirement through PERAPaid-Time-OffDemonstrate eligibility to work in the United States
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Rocky Mountain Prep does not sponsor visas at this time.
RMP is an equal opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We appreciate your interest in Rocky Mountain Prep and look forward to getting to know you!