Posted: 07-May-26
Location: Denver, Colorado
Type: Full Time
Salary: 51,800-75,000
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Preferred Education:
Position Overview
Graland Country Day School is seeking a flex teacher to work closely with students in grades Preschool - 8. The candidate should have experience working with children and be someone who understands school environments and the unique needs of Middle School students. The ideal candidate thrives on being flexible and filling in wherever help is needed. Flex teachers are the ultimate team players who work collaboratively with both students and faculty and will work on campus Monday-Friday while the school is in an all-kids on campus scenario. Candidates should be prepared to cover for a sick faculty member and say “yes” to a range of tasks that promote individual growth while also supporting the school. This may also include supervising faculty and staff children on Professional Development days.
Reports to: Head of Middle School
Status: Full-time, school year; salaried with benefits
Job Responsibilities
The following list is not comprehensive but serves as a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.
- Accepts duties and responsibilities as assigned in a moment’s notice.
- Offers support before and after-hours as needed.
- Supports the Division Head as needed with classroom coverage and child care on Professional Development days.
- Proofreads end of semester comments and rubrics as needed.
- Serves as a co-advisor at any grade level, grades 5 through 8.
Professional and Personal Qualities
A collaborative and supportive member of the Graland community who…
- Models caring, respect, patience, and appreciation of differences.
- Provides a safe environment for students.
- Recognizes the importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity (DEI) work and continues growth as a culturally responsive educator.
- Represents school in position and in community.
- Participates in effective communication that is responsible, descriptive, and nonjudgmental.
- Demonstrates a growth mindset, open to feedback, and new learning.
- Supports collective efforts of the school on instructional and non-instructional sides, in addition to team responsibilities.
- Upholds school, employee and family confidentiality.
- Believes in an educational approach that is aligned with the Graland mission and philosophy.
- Encompasses interpersonal skills and collaboration with colleagues. Has the ability to motivate and support others.
- Builds positive relationships with students by demonstrating respect and care, while creating a safe environment that promotes intellectual risk-taking.
- Fosters a learning environment that inspires active student participation, curiosity, and initiative.
- Approaches situations with flexibility and creative thinking to identify solutions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Ability to make quick decisions and be flexible.
- Possesses strong organization and communication skills.
- Maintains effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, and parents/guardians.
- Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development opportunities as required by the Division Head.
- Demonstrates ease with technology, adoption of the LMS, as well as other technology programs and tools to engage learners.
- Ability to chaperone students on day excursions, as well as overnight trips.
- Desire to coach student athletics, a plus.
About Graland
A great school never sits still. It keeps going, growing and evolving. Graland Country Day School is an independent school in Denver that serves students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Since the school’s founding in 1924, Graland has delivered an intellectually robust, character-based educational experience derived from current research about how children learn.
While so much in the world is changing, the school’s focus remains the same: Graland is faithful to the enduring aspects of its mission while seeking new ways to promote character and intellectual excellence. We inspire students to pursue excellence with passion and intent - academically, creatively and in their personal growth as engaged citizens and thoughtful leaders so that they learn to value individual differences and divergent thinking. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our program and keep it relevant for the next generation of students. Guided by our mission, values, Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Philosophy Statement and strategic plan, we go to extraordinary lengths to give children the best education possible.
Our current enrollment totals 700, and we have just over 100 faculty members, 70 percent of whom have advanced degrees. Graland’s faculty and staff enjoy a collaborative, supportive environment where each member is encouraged to be a lifelong learner. Professional development, onsite childcare, a desirable location in the heart of Denver and other benefits make Graland a dynamic, inclusive and innovative workplace.
Our Mission
Achieve intellectual excellence,
build strong character,
enrich learning through the arts and athletics,
and prepare our students to be
engaged citizens and thoughtful leaders.
Our Motto: Ascende Omnem Montem - Climb Every Mountain
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Salary is between $51,800 - $75,000 annually. Benefits include professional development, employer-paid health, vision, dental and life insurance, paid time off for school holidays and school vacations, as well as participation in a retirement plan. Daily free lunch, access to an on-campus workout facility and opportunities based on availability for subsidized on-site child care.
Graland Country Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of Graland Country Day School to comply fully with all laws barring discrimination against employees, or applicants, for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, military discharge status or physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, rates of pay or other compensation, employee benefits, tuition assistance programs and termination of employment.
(Revised 04/24/2026)
