Job Description

French American School of Denver

Position: English K–5 Classroom Teacher

Status: Full Time exempt

Our Mission

The French American School of Denver (FASDenver) is a French Immersion, multicultural learning community dedicated to providing an academically rigorous, culturally enriching environment where students are empowered to become critical thinkers, global citizens, and lifelong learners. Our K–5 program emphasizes language immersion, creativity, and high expectations for academic and personal growth.

Our faculty and staff collaborate closely to support each student’s development in both French and English, through a curriculum that includes core academics, music, arts, physical education, and character development to nurture the whole child. Our inclusive community celebrates each student’s unique identity and fosters a climate where all voices are valued.

Why You’ll Love Working at FASD

At FASD, you will:

• Join a diverse, inclusive, and globally minded school community
• Work in a collaborative bilingual setting that values multilingualism and cultural exchange
• Partner with experienced French and English-speaking educators
• Support early learners during a key stage of academic and social-emotional growth
• Help shape a vibrant, mission-driven school culture

What You’ll Do

As a K–5 English Teacher, you will provide instruction in foundational English Language Arts, focusing on literacy development, reading comprehension, early writing skills, and classroom collaboration. You will work closely with French immersion teachers to align curriculum and support student success across both languages.

Core Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons aligned with academic standards
  • K-2: Focus on early literacy skills, including phonics, reading fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing
  • 3-5: Focus on reading fluency, vocabulary, grammar, comprehension and deepening writing skills
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners, including emerging bilinguals and support for English Language Development
• Create a warm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
• Collaborate with French-speaking teaching partners to coordinate student learning across languages
• Assess student progress and communicate regularly with families and colleagues
• Participate in staff meetings, parent communication, and professional development as needed

We Invite Applicants Who Are:

• Able to support K-5 learners in an inclusive, culturally responsive environment
• Passionate about elementary education and working with children.
• Collaborative, flexible, and open to feedback.
• Committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness.
• Excited to be part of a bilingual, international school culture.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2 years teaching experience in elementary school (K–5)
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Experience supporting literacy development in young children
• Familiarity with phonics-based reading instruction or structured literacy approaches - must hold READ Act certification or be willing to complete within first year
• Meet applicable fingerprinting and background check requirements
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States
• One or more of the following:
  • Current Colorado Teaching License with elementary endorsement
  • Passing scores on the elementary PRAXIS test or content area PRAXIS test
  • Official transcript demonstrating a degree in elementary education (undergraduate or graduate)
  • 36 hours in elementary education or secondary education coursework

Preferred:

• 3+ years teaching experience in a language immersion elementary environment
• Multilingual Education Experience (MLE)
• Some proficiency in French is helpful but not required

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive monthly salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Optional extra hours paid at a competitive wage (ex. before and after school care).
• Benefits package for full-time employees, including health insurance and PERA retirement plan participation.
• Paid holidays and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment with a global perspective.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and three professional references (two must be from supervisors) via Bamboo. Questions may be directed to hiring@fasdenver.org.

The French American School of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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