Middle School Language Arts Teacher
St Vrain Valley School District Re-1J, Flagstaff, AZ, United States
Overview
Flagstaff Academy is seeking a full‑time Middle School Language Arts Teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year. The candidate will teach students in grades six through eight and work closely with the Middle School Team to ensure a coherent scope and sequence for the core knowledge curriculum.
Qualifications
We seek a talented educator who can inspire students and teachers while being inspired by our mission – “where science and technology take flight.” The successful candidate is expected to deliver dynamic educational experiences with high educational expectations and accountability.
Subject expertise in reading and writing
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively
Willingness to work closely with families
Ability to form positive relationships with adolescents
Effective instructional delivery techniques
Proven ability to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of all students
Job Skills and Qualifications
Current Colorado teaching license
Ability to interpret and communicate student data
Strong systems orientation and commitment to follow‑through
Experience working with middle‑school students
Three years of teaching experience preferred
About Flagstaff Academy
Located in Longmont, Flagstaff Academy is a tuition‑free public charter school serving grades kindergarten through eighth. The school also offers a tuition‑based full‑ and part‑time preschool program for three‑ and four‑year‑olds.
Since its founding in 2005, Flagstaff Academy has grown into Longmont’s premier science and technology school. It serves approximately 800 students and is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District.
Mission: develop students who are equipped to be well‑rounded, ethical leaders in the world community with a foundation based on science and technology.
Guiding Principles
Provide a K‑8 Core Knowledge‑based education with a science and technology focus that challenges students to achieve their academic potential
Provide opportunities for scientific and technological exploration
Pursue excellence in every student and employee
Promote, value, and recognize academic achievement and creativity
Welcome an academically diverse student population
Respect the individual, classroom, school, community, and world
Benefits
Medical & prescription coverage via UMR PPO or HDHP with OptumRx
Direct primary care access through KerixHealth at no cost to employees
Telehealth program via Teledoc at no cost
Dental insurance through Delta Dental with full cost paid by Flagstaff Academy
Vision insurance plan available through VSP
Medical FSA for those covered under the UMR PPO plan
Dependent care FSA for qualifying expenses
Health Savings Account with annual contributions of $720 for employee only and $1,200 for employee plus dependents
PERA retirement contributions: employee 11% of salary, employer 21.4%
Life/AD&D insurance with $40,000 benefit for each eligible employee
Short‑term disability insurance
Paid time off based on years of service and contract days
Free childcare access under the Dragon Flight program
Employee appreciation program throughout the school year
Additional Voluntary Benefits
Voluntary retirement contributions to 401(k) or 457(b) plans through PERA Plus
Additional term life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
Long‑term disability insurance
AFLAC accident and critical illness plans
Identity theft protection plans (Norton LifeLock)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Flagstaff Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Note
This job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties, responsibilities or qualifications. Flagstaff Academy reserves the right to modify any descriptions contained herein, provided such changes are publicly posted and disclosed to all applicants.
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Flagstaff Academy is seeking a full‑time Middle School Language Arts Teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year. The candidate will teach students in grades six through eight and work closely with the Middle School Team to ensure a coherent scope and sequence for the core knowledge curriculum.
Qualifications
We seek a talented educator who can inspire students and teachers while being inspired by our mission – “where science and technology take flight.” The successful candidate is expected to deliver dynamic educational experiences with high educational expectations and accountability.
Subject expertise in reading and writing
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively
Willingness to work closely with families
Ability to form positive relationships with adolescents
Effective instructional delivery techniques
Proven ability to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of all students
Job Skills and Qualifications
Current Colorado teaching license
Ability to interpret and communicate student data
Strong systems orientation and commitment to follow‑through
Experience working with middle‑school students
Three years of teaching experience preferred
About Flagstaff Academy
Located in Longmont, Flagstaff Academy is a tuition‑free public charter school serving grades kindergarten through eighth. The school also offers a tuition‑based full‑ and part‑time preschool program for three‑ and four‑year‑olds.
Since its founding in 2005, Flagstaff Academy has grown into Longmont’s premier science and technology school. It serves approximately 800 students and is part of the St. Vrain Valley School District.
Mission: develop students who are equipped to be well‑rounded, ethical leaders in the world community with a foundation based on science and technology.
Guiding Principles
Provide a K‑8 Core Knowledge‑based education with a science and technology focus that challenges students to achieve their academic potential
Provide opportunities for scientific and technological exploration
Pursue excellence in every student and employee
Promote, value, and recognize academic achievement and creativity
Welcome an academically diverse student population
Respect the individual, classroom, school, community, and world
Benefits
Medical & prescription coverage via UMR PPO or HDHP with OptumRx
Direct primary care access through KerixHealth at no cost to employees
Telehealth program via Teledoc at no cost
Dental insurance through Delta Dental with full cost paid by Flagstaff Academy
Vision insurance plan available through VSP
Medical FSA for those covered under the UMR PPO plan
Dependent care FSA for qualifying expenses
Health Savings Account with annual contributions of $720 for employee only and $1,200 for employee plus dependents
PERA retirement contributions: employee 11% of salary, employer 21.4%
Life/AD&D insurance with $40,000 benefit for each eligible employee
Short‑term disability insurance
Paid time off based on years of service and contract days
Free childcare access under the Dragon Flight program
Employee appreciation program throughout the school year
Additional Voluntary Benefits
Voluntary retirement contributions to 401(k) or 457(b) plans through PERA Plus
Additional term life insurance for employee, spouse, and children
Long‑term disability insurance
AFLAC accident and critical illness plans
Identity theft protection plans (Norton LifeLock)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Flagstaff Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
Note
This job description is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of duties, responsibilities or qualifications. Flagstaff Academy reserves the right to modify any descriptions contained herein, provided such changes are publicly posted and disclosed to all applicants.
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