Kindergarten - 8th Grade Teacher

Job Description

Ave Maria Catholic School seeks a dynamic, experienced Kindergarten through - 8th Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

The ideal candidate has experience with this age group, enjoys their curiosity and growing independence, and is passionate about helping all students grow academically. This candidate is ideally a practicing Catholic, able to engage students in the Catholic faith and love of Jesus Christ. Candidates will demonstrate a desire to promote character, virtue and help students grow in holiness. This candidate will also have a passion and commitment to faith-based education and the ability to create a positive and engaging classroom environment.

Why teach at Ave Maria Catholic School? Faith-filled community. Supportive & Collaborative Culture. Tenured salary scale. Health benefits. 403 B retirement plan in addition to pension. Engaged Students. Small class sizes with a robust student service team. Innovative Curriculum. Daily 60-minute planning period in addition to lunch period. Tuition discount. Generous holiday schedule and paid time-off; Holy Days, Christmas break, Spring break, Summer break. This position offers the opportunity to teach in a close-knit school community with small class sizes, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with students and support their individual growth.

Applicants must possess a valid Colorado Teacher License, or the ability to obtain one upon hire. Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience in differentiated instruction is preferred. Salary $45,000 - $75,000 depending on experience.

Please complete an application at https://www.avemaria.school/k-8-teacher.html or submit your resume to Leslie Faylor, Assistant Principal at lfaylor@avemaria.school.

About the Employer

As disciples of our Lord, Jesus, we are called to model gospel values in all we do and to inspire the students to make a profound difference in their community now and in the future. Therefore, our mission at Ave Maria Catholic School is the education and development of the whole person (spiritual, moral, intellectual, physical, social, and emotional) allowing each student to achieve their full potential through solid Catholic teachings, challenging academics, and strong community involvement.