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Telluride Mountain School - Telluride, a truly unique independent school nestled in the San Juan mountains serving students Pre-K through 12th, is seeking a Full Time Lower School Science Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. At Telluride Mountain School, we understand that success isn’t only measured by grades in the classroom. We challenge our students to explore their environment and seek out meaningful experiences outside of the library--which is why you will often find us on the ski slopes, hiking the San Juans or exploring the world through our experiential education trips. We also recognize the importance of making strong relationships with teachers and peers, and encourage our students to build lasting relationships that strengthen their sense of community. So while academics are important here, we believe in a holistic approach to education--one that involves fostering creativity, curiosity, and meaningful connections. 

The Lower School Science teacher will teach students in grades 1 - 6. The teacher's approach should be hands-on and experiential, and should integrate outdoor/experiential activities that ignite a passion for math and science in students. Exact courses are to be determined by the candidate and needs of the school. 

To Apply- please send a resume and cover letter to Andy Shoff, Head of School, ashoff@telluridemtnschool.org for the complete job description, visit https://www.telluridemtnschool.org/page/careers

We value: 

• An inclusive and diverse community
• A love of working with kids and in a school environment
• Enthusiasm for experiential and outdoor education
• Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
• Lifelong learning

Teaching Duties: 

• Implement student-centered pedagogy and TMS’s research-based elements of effective teaching
• Plan dynamic units framed by learning targets and learning outcomes with the team
• Support other Lower School teachers in delivering a cohesive program 
• Participate in the Experiential and Outdoor Education Programs, including but not limited to Fall and Spring Trips
• Opportunities to lead or participate in Winter Sports programming
• Collaborate in grade level and department level teams to refine curricular goals
• Maintain consistent student records, as required by TMS

Compensation: This is an exempt, full time position. Salary in the $50K-65K range based on experience. 

Full benefits in accordance with the school’s policies including: 

• Choice of Health Insurance plans in line with school policy
• Short and long term disability in accordance with the school policy 
• 403(b) matching contribution in accordance with the school policy 
• Generous paid time off including personal, sick, and school holidays 
• Tuition remission in accordance with the school policy 
• Housing options available

Telluride Mountain School is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Qualification Requirements:

• Classroom teaching experience preferred
• An undergraduate degree or graduate degree in related fields of Education is required
• Communication skills and commitment to teamwork are expected
• We expect a commitment to ongoing professional growth and learning, and the growth and development of others on the team

About Telluride Mountain School

Telluride Mountain School is an independent, co-educational, non-sectarian day school serving students from pre-school through grade twelve. Founded in 1998, the school has a total of 120 students in multi-aged classrooms. The student to faculty ratio is seven to one.

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