Atlas Schools
SY2026-27 Elementary School Art Teacher
Atlas Schools, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
SY2026-27 Elementary School Art Teacher
Atlas Schools
About Atlas Schools
Tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
Preparing and empowering 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 via the Atlas Family Scholarship
Dedicated to staff with a competitive total rewards package and meaningful professional development
Who We Serve
92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, 1% Asian
56% English Language Learners
What You’ll Do
Embody the mission and vision of Atlas and execute rigorous and standards-aligned curriculum
Create, edit, revise, and share lesson plans for the school to retain as needed
Create and maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level and interest of the students
Deliver daily, weekly, interim, and end-of-year assessments to consistently capture student learning
Collaborate with colleagues and instructional coaches with sincerity and a growth mindset
Support colleagues during their absences by providing classroom coverage (compensated additionally)
Actively participate in professional development and learning opportunities as needed/required
Draft scholar report cards to ensure meaningful information is displayed for families and revise as needed
Actively engage with families to understand their backgrounds and experiences in order to support an equitable and inclusive school environment
Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Be present for all quarterly parent/teacher conferences and actively engage with families
Participate in additional activities including field trips, academic support sessions, community building events, and other required programs as needed throughout the year to best serve our children and community
Support various duties to include arrival, dismissal, and lunch
Perform other related duties as assigned
Compensation & Schedule
Salaried/Exempt
Signing Bonus:
$1,000
Annual Salary Range:
$50,500 - $63,549 (DOE)
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 & Start Date
Annual Workdays: 199
Following years will not include new staff orientation and will consist of 196 workdays.
Start Date: July 8, 2026
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Able to meet “in-field status” by fulfilling at least ONE of the following qualifications by November 5, 2026:
Possess an active CDE license, with endorsement in the related subject area; or
Possess at least a
Bachelor's Degree
or higher degree in fine art/visual arts; or
Have successfully passed 24 semester hours of coursework as identified on the CDE's visual arts worksheet; or
Have successfully passed (within 10 years) PRAXIS 5135
Ability to successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS
Committed to creating a rigorous, nurturing, and joyful educational experience
100% dedicated to educational equity
Highest commitment to improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, best practices, and regular assessment
Ownership for the academic results of students
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Ability to demonstrate evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
Possess a growth mindset and experience using feedback as a way to improve practice
Desired Qualifications
Spanish speaking skills
Successful leader of an urban classroom who has used structure, incentives, and high expectations to drive student success while creating a joyful environment for students to thrive in
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
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 fulfill all aspects of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to adhere to the policies and procedures of Atlas Schools
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Position Closes: When Filled Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Education and Training
Education Administration Programs
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Atlas Schools by 2x
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About Atlas Schools
Tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
Preparing and empowering 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 via the Atlas Family Scholarship
Dedicated to staff with a competitive total rewards package and meaningful professional development
Who We Serve
92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, 1% Asian
56% English Language Learners
What You’ll Do
Embody the mission and vision of Atlas and execute rigorous and standards-aligned curriculum
Create, edit, revise, and share lesson plans for the school to retain as needed
Create and maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the developmental level and interest of the students
Deliver daily, weekly, interim, and end-of-year assessments to consistently capture student learning
Collaborate with colleagues and instructional coaches with sincerity and a growth mindset
Support colleagues during their absences by providing classroom coverage (compensated additionally)
Actively participate in professional development and learning opportunities as needed/required
Draft scholar report cards to ensure meaningful information is displayed for families and revise as needed
Actively engage with families to understand their backgrounds and experiences in order to support an equitable and inclusive school environment
Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues
Be present for all quarterly parent/teacher conferences and actively engage with families
Participate in additional activities including field trips, academic support sessions, community building events, and other required programs as needed throughout the year to best serve our children and community
Support various duties to include arrival, dismissal, and lunch
Perform other related duties as assigned
Compensation & Schedule
Salaried/Exempt
Signing Bonus:
$1,000
Annual Salary Range:
$50,500 - $63,549 (DOE)
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 & Start Date
Annual Workdays: 199
Following years will not include new staff orientation and will consist of 196 workdays.
Start Date: July 8, 2026
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Able to meet “in-field status” by fulfilling at least ONE of the following qualifications by November 5, 2026:
Possess an active CDE license, with endorsement in the related subject area; or
Possess at least a
Bachelor's Degree
or higher degree in fine art/visual arts; or
Have successfully passed 24 semester hours of coursework as identified on the CDE's visual arts worksheet; or
Have successfully passed (within 10 years) PRAXIS 5135
Ability to successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS
Committed to creating a rigorous, nurturing, and joyful educational experience
100% dedicated to educational equity
Highest commitment to improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, best practices, and regular assessment
Ownership for the academic results of students
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Ability to demonstrate evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
Possess a growth mindset and experience using feedback as a way to improve practice
Desired Qualifications
Spanish speaking skills
Successful leader of an urban classroom who has used structure, incentives, and high expectations to drive student success while creating a joyful environment for students to thrive in
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
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 fulfill all aspects of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation
Must be able to adhere to the policies and procedures of Atlas Schools
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Position Closes: When Filled Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Education and Training
Education Administration Programs
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Atlas Schools by 2x
#J-18808-Ljbffr