SY2026-27 Middle School Teaching Fellow

Job DetailsJob Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80916Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $36,750.00 - $36,750.00 Salary/yearJob Category: Education

 

Teaching Fellows are new to education and desire intentional learning, observation, and practice that will allow them to excel within their own classroom after their first year. 

 

Who We Are


A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement
Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship
Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development


 

Who We Serve


92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
56% English Language Learners


 

What You’ll Do


Teach under the guidance of exemplary teachers and instructional coaches
Receive, retain, and apply feedback and guidance given from various coaching parties
Carry out a program of study prescribed in the lesson plans prepared by the classroom teacher
Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
Help to guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and objectives as indicated in the assigned lesson plan(s)
Develop appropriate and meaningful relationships with students while making a tangible impact on the minds' and lives' of students
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
Take attendance in accordance with school procedures
Ensure that students are never left unattended in the classroom
Be knowledgeable in the procedures for referring students with disciplinary problems
Perform other related duties as assigned


 

Compensation & Schedule 


Salaried/Exempt
Signing Bonus: $1,000
Annual Salary Range: $36,750 
Full Time; Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings and weekends as needed


 

Benefits


Approximately 13 weeks of paid school breaks
30 hours of annual flex time and 48 hours of annual sick time 
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit 
100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
Access to thousands of employee discounts


 

Annual Calendar and SY2026-27 Start Date


Annual Workdays: 199 

Following years will not include new staff orientation and will consist of 196 workdays.


Start Date: July 13, 2026

QualificationsWho You Are

Required Qualifications


High School diploma or equivalent 
At least 1 year of successful professional experience 
Possess a sincere desire to become a full-time teacher with Atlas 
Ability to pass required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7
Possess a growth mindset that values feedback and is able to successfully implement such information
Be 100% committed to the Atlas mission and educational equity
Demonstrated maturity, humility, self-reflection, and a strong work ethic
Ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in the face of competing demands and external pressures


 

Desired Qualifications 


Bilingual: Spanish & English
Bachelor's degree (preferably in Education) or in active pursuit of a Bachelor's degree
Prior teaching experience with low-income communities 


 

Essential Job Functions


Prolonged periods of standing and walking
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed
Must be able to abide by all policies and procedures of Atlas Schools


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.


Position Closes: When Filled