Substitute Teacher

High Rockies Community School – Temporary position for the 2026–27 school year, reporting to the Executive Director. Start date: late November/mid-December for at least three months. On-call (as-needed) status.

About the Role

Substitute Teachers keep HRCS classrooms running when a teacher is out for a day or a few days. You’ll follow the teacher’s plans, hold routines and relationships, and give students a full day of learning — indoors and outdoors. HRCS hires substitutes on a rolling basis and maintains an on-call pool across both campuses, so you can pick up assignments when they fit your schedule.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Lead Teacher’s daily plans to deliver lessons and keep learning on track
• Lead and supervise students indoors and outdoors, consistent with HRCS’s outdoor, community-centered model and mountain weather
• Maintain classroom routines, culture, and behavior expectations for the day
• Take attendance and leave notes for the teacher on what was covered and anything that came up
• Support all learners, including those with IEPs, 504s, and ALPs, following the plans and guidance provided
• Follow HRCS health, safety, and emergency procedures, and supervise students at all times
• Check in with the on-site lead at the start and end of the day, and ask for what you need to run the classroom well

Requirements

• Holds a Colorado substitute authorization or teaching license (preferred)
• Enjoys working with students and can step into a classroom and keep it positive and productive
• Is comfortable with outdoor, active, multi-age learning
• Is reliable, flexible, and communicates clearly
• Believes in HRCS’s mission of outdoor, community-centered learning

Qualifications

Employment is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and CBI/FBI fingerprint-based screening. The selected candidate must provide proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9). HRCS employees are mandatory reporters of suspected child abuse or neglect.

Physical & Essential Function Requirements

This role requires the ability to stand, walk, and move about indoor and outdoor learning environments for extended periods; work outdoors and lead fieldwork in varying mountain weather; occasionally lift and carry up to 25 lbs; and respond quickly in emergencies. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

$25 per hour

Schedule

Day-to-day, as assigned; accept or decline based on your availability.

Benefits

• Colorado HWFA paid sick leave
• FAMLI paid family and medical leave
• PERA retirement