$2,000 Sign-On Bonus | K thru 3 Teacher | $56,000 ** $65,000 | 191-Day Agreement (Education)
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus | K–3 Teacher | $56,000–$65,000 | 191-Day Agreement
Build strong readers. Lay the foundation for lifelong success. Teach where your work matters.
You became a teacher to make a difference—and at Community Leadership Academy, you will.
We're looking for K–3 educators who are serious about foundational literacy, who crave a school culture grounded in clarity, consistency, and care, and who want to feel proud of where they work each day.
At CLA, we don't just talk about high expectations—we build the systems, routines, and supports that make them possible. You'll teach in a calm, structured environment where kids are ready to learn, colleagues are deeply committed, and your time is respected. You'll have the space to grow professionally while making an immediate impact.
If you're looking for a place where teaching still feels like a calling—where your skills are valued, your voice matters, and your students rise to meet your belief in them—this is your opportunity.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $56,000–$65,000 (based on experience)
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- 7 paid personal days annually
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Colorado PERA retirement plan with 401K and 457 options
Your Day-to-Day As a K–3 teacher at CLA, you'll:
- Deliver structured, direct instruction in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
- Implement Spalding Phonics and Core Knowledge curriculum with fidelity
- Plan and lead explicit, standards-based lessons using the "I do, we do, you do" model
- Reinforce routines that promote focus, responsibility, and engagement, using practices informed by Teach Like a Champion and brain-based strategies from Quantum Learning, including purposeful transitions, memory-enhancing tools, and an environment that supports emotional safety and motivation
- Monitor student progress using real-time data, reteaching and differentiating as needed
- Create a well-managed classroom environment where expectations are clear, learning is prioritized, and students feel confident and capable
- Collaborate with teammates to ensure student success across content areas
- Communicate regularly with families to support academic growth and character development
Who You Are
- You believe strong phonics instruction is key to early literacy
- You love working with young learners and celebrate every "lightbulb" moment
- You bring consistency, clarity, and care to your classroom culture
- You thrive in a collaborative team that values coaching and continual growth
Minimum Requirements
- Colorado teaching license OR Bachelor's degree with 36 credit hours in elementary education or passing Praxis scores
- Completion of the 45-hour Colorado READ Act teacher training OR a passing Praxis 5205 score (159 or higher)
- Prior experience with Spalding Phonics or structured literacy preferred
- Excellent communication, organization, and classroom management skills
- Previous teaching experience or comparable work with children strongly preferred
- Satisfactory background and reference checks
Why Community Leadership Academy?
Community Leadership Academy is a consistently high-performing public charter school. We've proudly maintained a “Performance” rating from the Colorado Department of Education for over a decade and have been honored with numerous awards. But what sets us apart is more than the accolades—it's our culture of high expectations, deep relationships, and a relentless belief in every student's potential.
Located just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver in Commerce City, CLA offers the best of both worlds: easy urban access with the heart and connection of a small-school community.
If you're looking for a school where your work truly matters—and where you'll be supported to grow as a professional and a person—CLA is the place to be.
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To Apply
Apply online:
CLA Job Listings
Or email your resume to:
clavpajobs@clacharter.org
At Community Leadership Academy, we are committed to equal opportunity employment and strictly prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by law.
Shape young minds. Build skilled readers. Join our team today!
