Elementary School Teacher (K-5)

Help shape school culture and student experiences that last a lifetime!

Elementary School Teacher

Community Leadership Academy We’re looking for educators who:

• Believe in Every Student’s Potential: You are committed to helping all students succeed and take accountability for their growth
• Embrace the Elementary Classroom: You love the structure, energy, and purpose of teaching younger students
• Champion Equity and Character: You prioritize both academic excellence and the development of strong character, equity, and community
• Are Collaborative and Coachable: You work well with others and are open to constructive feedback to better serve your students
• Show Up with Dedication: You’re prepared, positive, and professional every day

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Compensation: Competitive salary between $59,800 to $66,600 based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options, $500.00 per month towards the Employee's benefits plan,
• Retirement Planning: Colorado PERA retirement plan with optional 401K opportunities
• Time Off: Time Off: 7 paid personal days annually to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for leadership development, collaboration, and professional learning

Why CLA/VPA?

At Community Leadership Academy and Victory Preparatory Academy, we offer more than just a job—we provide the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a mission-driven school community where relationships, high expectations, and student success matter.

We are seeking dedicated early childhood educators to join the Elementary School Teacher team at Community Leadership Academy. As an Elementary School Teacher, you will play a vital role in nurturing young learners, preparing them for kindergarten, and instilling a love for learning.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As an elementary teacher at CLA, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Inspire Young Minds: Create and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons across content areas using high-quality curriculum resources like Into Reading, Eureka Math, and Core Knowledge
• Foster a Positive Environment: Build a classroom where every student feels safe, respected, and encouraged to thrive
• Guide Student Learning: Use real-time data and formative assessments to guide your instruction and provide targeted support for each learner
• Collaborate and Differentiate: Work with specialists to ensure every student’s needs are met through thoughtful differentiation and teamwork
• Reinforce School Culture: Promote a strong school culture with consistent routines, clear expectations, and positive reinforcement
• Engage Families: Maintain regular communication with families about student progress, behavior, and successes
• Grow Professionally: Be open to feedback and continuously improve through coaching and collaboration with your peers

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• One of the following in elementary education:
• • Colorado teaching license or endorsement
  • 36 credit hours in content
  • Passing score on approved Praxis exams
• For grades K–3 positions, 45 hours of Colorado READ Act training or passed PRAXIS 5205
• Prior experience working with elementary-aged students strongly preferred

About Us

Community Leadership Academy and Victory Preparatory Academy are located just north of downtown Denver in Commerce City, CO. We offer the perfect blend of urban convenience and small-town charm. As award-winning charter schools, we are committed to providing staff and students with the best tools and technology to foster success in academics and beyond.

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Community Leadership Academy & Victory Preparatory Academy are equal opportunity employers committed to creating an inclusive environment where all students and staff can thrive.

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Our community is diverse, and we are committed to creating a safe, structured environment where every student is held to high expectations and supported in reaching their full potential. Through strong partnerships with families and the broader community, we ensure that every student has the resources, relationships, and support they need to thrive.

Located just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver in Commerce City, our schools offer the best of both worlds: convenient access to the opportunities of an urban setting while maintaining the close-knit relationships, personal connection, and sense of belonging found in a small-school community.