Teacher

Horizons K-8 School

4545 Sioux Dr. Boulder, CO 

https://ho8.bvsd.org 

720-561-3600 

Job Vacancy: Multi-Age Classroom Fifth and Sixth Grade Teacher 

Application Deadline: April 22, 2025

Effective date of hire: August 2025 

Position Description: We have one full-time fifth and sixth grade position open for the 2025-2026 school year.  This position will specifically teach fifth and sixth grade ELA and social studies and sixth grade math.

Summary: 

Horizons K-8 School, located in south Boulder, has a rich history of academic excellence. The Horizons community takes great pride in attending to the whole child through an atmosphere of respect, responsibility, safety and kindness throughout the school. A consistently high-performing school, Horizons emphasizes multi-age groupings, diverse perspectives, full inclusion, service learning, teacher-guided student choice, community building, authentic and active learning experiences, outdoor education, use of technology, and project-based instruction. Our 384 students are in classes of 22-24, guided by an exemplary group of teacher leaders. The school is governed through a horizontal structure that includes faculty, staff, parents and administration. Portfolio-based assessments and reflections, along with student-led conferences, replace traditional report cards and grades.

Our mission is to guide K-8 students to become self-directed learners in a supportive, collaborative environment rooted in critical thinking, justice, and choice. At Horizons K-8 School we strive to make our school an exciting, inclusive place to work, teach, learn, create, and innovate by actively fostering a respectful and responsible environment where all community members - staff, students and families - are included. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

The following statements of duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position. 

• Positively impact student growth and achievement, using progressive instructional strategies, state standards, and strong knowledge of the appropriate curriculum and content area
• Effectively manage the learning environment 
• Understand, appreciate, and be responsive to student diversity 
• Participate in professional development for continuous learning 
• Teach multi-age elementary students including chaperoning outdoor education overnight trips 
• Work with families in a partnership role 
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and community 
• Follow state legal requirements and district and charter school building policies and procedures 
• Participate in other school-based activities and responsibilities as required of teacher leaders
• Attend weekly faculty meetings, team meetings, and some monthly Council meetings 
• Plan and implement units of study in accordance with Horizons K-8 curriculum 

Qualifications 

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or Master’s degree from an accredited institution
• Current Colorado teaching license with appropriate endorsement (or CDE licensure application in process) 
• Highly qualified content and curriculum knowledge 
• Excellent collaboration, interpersonal, and communication skills 

Preferred: 

• Full time classroom teaching experience 
• Fifth and sixth grade social studies and ELA and sixth grade mathematics teaching experience 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to communicate frequently with families regarding school curriculum and student progress 
• Experience integrating multicultural issues and diverse perspectives in instruction 
• Knowledge of and deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including those on an IEP, with a 504, ALP, and/or learning English
• Dedication to high standards of excellence and the success of all students; ability to build relationships and personalize instruction for students so that all are challenged to learn 
• Deep knowledge of instructional practices that will lead to high levels of student growth and achievement supported by authentic data and assessment 
• Knowledge of grade level standards. Ability to use this when planning and implementing learning experiences 
• Technologically literate, Google applications savvy and motivated to use technology to enhance learning 
• Previous experience with non-graded, experiential, project-based, integrated, interdisciplinary approaches

Salary:

Commensurate with experience and position on the Horizons K-8 Teacher Salary Schedule which can be found via the Horizons K-8 website. 

To Apply: Complete application at https://jobs.bvsd.org/ 

Contact: Ms. Jasmine Graves Black-Clemons, Head of School: jasmine.gravesblack@bvsd.org

Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including reference checks, a background check and possible medical examination.

Horizons K-8 is an equal opportunity educational institution and is committed to the goal of building a diverse faculty and staff. Applications from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged. 

We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to and treatment of employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: Office for Civil Rights. https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr?field_state_value=643