(2025-2026) Certified 5th-8th Grade PEAK and Enrichment Teacher

“Our mission is to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a changing world.”

Position: Licensed 5th-8th Grade PEAK and Enrichment Teacher
School Year: 2025-2026
Location: Basalt Middle School
Reports to: Basalt Middle School Principal
Classification: Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week) 
Contract Period: 185 working days.

Position Overview:

• The Roaring Fork School District is searching for a creative, innovative, and enthusiastic full-time PEAK and Enrichment teacher for the 2025/2026 school year. This position will begin in August, 2025.
• The Program for Educationally Advanced Kids (PEAK) supports gifted and talented students in grades 5-8 at Basalt Middle School. Enrichment classes are content-area classes offered in addition to Core academic classes, and are typically taken by students not in need of additional support in mathematics and literacy.

• Work with the part time PEAK teacher to administer the PEAK program, which includes but is not limited to: 
  • Supporting and monitoring the well-being and academic growth of students in the PEAK program and in the talent pool for the program,
  • Administering assessments to identify students who could benefit from PEAK programming,
  • Conferencing with families to maintain Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs),
  • Providing teams and teachers with enrichment resources for differentiation and large group (e.g., whole grade or whole school) activities,
  • Other data analysis or reporting associated with the maintenance of the PEAK program.
• Work with the part time PEAK teacher to offer Specials programming to gifted and talented students.
• Teach one daily Science or STEM Enrichment class to a group of 5th and 6th grade students.
• Lead a grade level Crew, working as an advisor for a small group of students, setting students up for success on a daily basis, and maintaining a positive school culture through daily Crew.
• Work on a grade level or Specials team to maintain a positive school culture and support students through our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) process.

Full benefits included. Candidates must be highly qualified and possess or be eligible to obtain a CDE Certified Teaching License in Science, STEM, or a related content area.

An ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Bachelor's degree (at a minimum) in a STEM or Science field. Masters degree preferred.
• Excellent ability to connect with students and develop strong, positive student-teacher relationships built on mutual trust, respect, and high expectations
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills
• Bilingualism in English and Spanish is beneficial.

Salary Range

• *$54,000 to $82,320 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience) *The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule. Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.
•  "This position is funded by a local grant for the 2025-2026 school year.

Benefits

• The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include, paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program.  RFSD Benefits Guide
• RFSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities. Read the district's full nondiscrimination statement online at  https://go.boarddocs.com/co/rfsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DBTU5S7A6CE2.
   

About us!

• With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Necessary Credentials

• Bachelor degree or higher from an accredited institution in Stem of Science Field
• MUST have an active Colorado Teaching License  or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment. If additional coursework or a preparation program is required, the applicant must provide proof of enrollment and submission of the required documentation to the Colorado Department of Education (CDE) within 30 days of employment.
• Official transcripts must be provided upon hire. For international transcripts, an evaluation is required through a member organization of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

Physical Requirements 

• This position requires the ability to move throughout the classroom, stand for extended periods, and occasionally lift materials or equipment up to 25 pounds. 

We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!