Job description

Foreign Language/Humanities Teacher Colorado Timberline Academy – Durango, CO

Job Overview: Colorado Timberline Academy is a small, outdoor-focused boarding school. Our teachers serve as academic leaders, outdoor educators, and residential supervisors. Each faculty member participates in three multi-day outdoor trips per year, leads weekday outdoor pursuits, and contributes to the boarding community. This full-time, residential position includes room and board, an annual ski pass, salary, and full benefits.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Foreign Language/Humanities Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Spanish or another Foreign Language, a willingness to teach occasional Humanities or Social Studies electives, a passion for outdoor education, and a commitment to community life.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver engaging, student-centered lesson plans that follow school curriculum guidelines.

• Provide instruction primarily in Foreign Language (Spanish preferred), with flexibility to teach Humanities or Social Studies electives as needed.

• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that fosters student participation and academic growth.

• Assess student progress through varied and meaningful assessments.

• Offer academic support through individualized instruction, mentoring, and advising.

• Participate actively in the residential life program, including supervision duties and community-building activities.

• Lead and supervise outdoor education activities and multi-day trips including backpacking and skiing, as well as the opportunity to engage in a variety of other outdoor sports and extracurricular classes.

• Collaborate with colleagues to support student development and school programming.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Spanish, Education, Humanities, or a related field (required).

• Bilingual capabilities (Spanish/English preferred).

• Familiarity with instructional design, learning technologies, and differentiated instruction.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience working with adolescents in an educational or outdoor setting preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely lead and participate in a variety of outdoor activities, including but not limited to:

• Backpacking (multi-day trips with full pack load)

• Downhill Skiing

• The opportunity to participate in: mountain biking, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, snow shoeing and disc golf.

• Ability to navigate variable mountain terrain and weather conditions.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and sustain physical activity for extended periods.

• Comfort with extended travel and overnights in backcountry settings.

• Current Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification (preferred or willing to obtain).

Compensation:

• Salary: Starting at $28,000/year

• Benefits Include:

• Room and board

• Annual ski pass

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Paid time off

• Professional development opportunities

Schedule:

• Full-time, academic year contract

• Monday to Friday with evening/weekend responsibilities as needed

• Participation in outdoor trips (three per year) required

Application Questions:

• What outdoor education pursuits are you qualified and comfortable leading?

Preferred Certifications (not required):

• State Teaching Certification

• Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR)

Location Requirements:

• Ability to commute or relocate to Durango, CO 81301 before starting employment.

Join us in shaping young minds through academic rigor, outdoor adventure, and community living.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching License (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Durango, CO 81301 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Durango, CO 81301: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person