We are currently hiring Part-Time Art Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

 

Rocky Mountain Christian Academy (RMCA) is dedicated to providing a Christ-centered education grounded in the Charlotte Mason philosophy. Our teachers are more than educators; they are mentors and role models who cultivate a love of learning, foster curiosity, and inspire students to develop strong character, intellect, and faith.

 

A RMCA teacher sets and maintains a high-joy, inspirational, and peacefully authoritative classroom environment that fosters deep engagement with knowledge and relationships. Through continuous training, mentorship, and professional growth, teachers become highly skilled in Ambleside methodology and guide students in "the habits of the good life."

 

Personal & Professional Qualities

 

RMCA teachers should embody the following qualities:

• Spiritually and emotionally mature in Christ, faithful in church attendance.
• Discipleship and others-oriented, seeking to mentor and guide students with love and patience.
• Teachable and growth-oriented, actively pursuing professional and personal development.
• Joyful and engaging, fostering a love of learning and curiosity.
• Psychologically strong and resilient, able to maintain calm authority in the classroom.
• Passionate about knowledge, actively engaged in reading and lifelong learning.
• Well-spoken and articulate, demonstrating excellence in written and verbal communication.
• Organized and thorough, with strong time management and classroom management skills.

Work Hours & Expectations

 

• School Year: August – May
• School Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday – Friday (hours position dependent)
• Occasional evenings for training and school events.

Responsibilities

 

1. Relationship with Students & Families

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Guide students in developing healthy relationships with God, self, others, and learning.
• Lead by example in cultivating an atmosphere of peace, respect, and academic curiosity.
• Engage in parent-teacher communication through reports of student growth.

2. Relationship with Atmosphere

• Ensure the safety, welfare, and holistic development of students.
• Maintain a well-ordered, engaging, and peaceful classroom environment in accordance with Ambleside standards.
• Foster a classroom culture free from commercialism, competition, rewards-based motivation, and punitive discipline.

3. Relationship with Knowledge & Work

• Model a love for learning in all subjects and promote intellectual curiosity.
• Integrate Biblical principles and a Christian worldview into the learning experience.
• Faithfully follow the school curriculum and Ambleside methodology, ensuring high standards of student work.
• Prepare and execute lesson plans, pacing guides, and assessments.
• Provide prompt, meaningful feedback on student work and track progress.
• Participate in after-school tutoring, faculty meetings, and school-wide events.

4. Professional Responsibilities

• Uphold all expectations outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Meet all deadlines for grades, reports, lesson plans, and administrative tasks.
• Participate in professional development opportunities, including school and ASI teacher training.
• Adhere to staff policies on attendance, work hours, and professional attire