The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way.  With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum. 

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree in math or a related field; a master’s degree preferred

• Interest in and demonstrated skill in working with upper school students 

• A shared commitment to an inclusive community, and respect for differences

• Willingness to embrace and engage our Outdoor Education program

• Convey patience and empathy with adolescents

• Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences.

• Demonstrate proficiency in subject area and possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies.

• A growth mindset, active sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

The general responsibilities of a full-time, upper school math teacher (9th-12th grades) at The Peak School include:

• Teaches up to four courses of math to upper school students (geometry, algebra II, pre-calculus and calculus)

• Willingness to run an advisory

• Willingness to conduct an elective (can be outside of the department) for a portion of the year.

• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, quizzes, tests, writing assignments, rubrics, etc.

• Uses The Peak’s learning management system (Jump Rope/Google Classroom) to post relevant course materials, including syllabi, and to maintain class gradebooks, and attendance.

• Provides guidance to students, including extra help, that promotes their educational development and personal growth.

• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides written reports as required.

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

• Uses different pedagogical approaches that address a variety of learning styles.

• Works collaboratively with other teachers 

• Communicates with clarity, effectiveness, and compassion.

To Apply:

Interested candidates must provide: a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with email & phone numbers. References will not be contacted until finalists are decided on.  Send to: Travis Aldrich, Head of School, travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.org with “US Math teacher position” in the Subject line (No phone calls please).

Job details: 

        Opening for August 2026. 

Offer of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check. It is our policy to provide an equal employment opportunity to all individuals. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy, and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

Salary Range: $52,500-$75,000 (based on education and experience)

The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way.  With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum. Our students have a wide range of Spanish backgrounds.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated fluency in spoken and written Spanish

• An undergraduate degree in Spanish or a related field; a master’s degree preferred

• Interest in and demonstrated skill in working with middle and high school students 

• A shared commitment to an inclusive community, and respect for differences

• Willingness to embrace and engage in our Outdoor Education program

• Convey patience and empathy with adolescents

• Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences

• Demonstrate proficiency in subject area and possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies.

• A growth mindset, active sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities:

The general responsibilities of a full-time Spanish teacher at The Peak School include:

• Teaches up to five courses of Spanish to middle and upper school students

• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, quizzes, tests, writing assignments, rubrics, etc.

• Uses The Peak’s learning management system (Jump Rope/Google classroom) to post relevant course materials, including syllabi, and to maintain class gradebooks, and attendance

• Provides guidance to students, including extra help, that promotes their educational development and personal growth

• Willingness to conduct an elective (can be outside of department) for a portion of the year. Being able to teach an art elective is a bonus. 

• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides written reports as required

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students

• Uses different pedagogical approaches that address a variety of learning styles

• Works collaboratively with other teachers 

• Communicates with clarity, effectiveness, and compassion

To Apply:

Interested candidates must provide: a resume, cover letter, and at least three references with contact information. References will not be contacted until a candidate moves further on in the process. Send to: Travis Aldrich, Head of School, travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.org with “Spanish position” in the Subject line. (No phone calls please)

Job details: 

Opening for August 2026. 

Offer of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check. It is our policy to provide an equal employment opportunity to all individuals. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy, and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

Salary Range: $52,500-$75,000 (based on education and experience)

The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way.  With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum. 

Qualifications:

• An undergraduate degree in science or a related field; a master’s degree preferred

• Interest in and demonstrated skill in working with upper school students 

• A shared commitment to an inclusive community, and respect for differences

• Willingness to embrace and engage our Outdoor Education program

• Convey patience and empathy with adolescents

• Demonstrate fluency with academic technology that advances learning for students and a willingness to integrate technology into classroom experiences.

• Demonstrate proficiency in subject area and possess an understanding of current teaching pedagogies.

• River Watch and field based experience appreciated. 

• A growth mindset, active sense of humor, warm personality, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

The general responsibilities of a full-time, upper school science teacher (9th-12th grades) at The Peak School include:

• Teaches up to four courses of science to upper school students (biology/chemistry alternating years), physics, earth science 

• Willingness to run an advisory

• Willingness to conduct an elective (can be outside of the department) for a portion of the year

• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, quizzes, tests, writing assignments, rubrics, etc.

• Uses The Peak’s learning management system (Jump Rope/Google Classroom) to post relevant course materials, including syllabi, and to maintain class gradebooks, and attendance.

• Provides guidance to students, including extra help, that promotes their educational development and personal growth.

• Collaborate with a middle school STEM teacher to run our bi-annual STEM Fair for the school.

• Assesses the progress of students on a regular basis and provides written reports as required.

• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.

• Uses different pedagogical approaches that address a variety of learning styles.

• Works collaboratively with other teachers 

• Communicates with clarity, effectiveness, and compassion.

To Apply:

Interested candidates must provide: a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with email & phone numbers. References will not be contacted until finalists are decided on.  Send to: Travis Aldrich, Head of School, travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.org with “US science teacher position” in the Subject line (No phone calls please).

Job details: 

        Opening for August 2026. 

Offer of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check. It is our policy to provide an equal employment opportunity to all individuals. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. We are strongly committed to this policy, and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

Salary Range: $52,500-$75,000 (based on education and experience)

The Peak School is a progressive, coeducational college preparatory middle and high school nestled in high peaks of Summit County, Colorado. Students at The Peak School encounter challenging academics, character-building in and out of the classroom, and a healthy, intentional community culture that supports them along the way.  With a focus on personalized education, students take charge of their learning experience and, as such, hold each other accountable as peers and community members. Our teachers are experts in their fields, and are empowered to create differentiated and innovative lessons across the curriculum.  The coordinator is charged with providing dynamic leadership for the outdoor programming and activities at The Peak School. The director is responsible for helping to plan and provide challenging experiences and collaborative opportunities that will contribute to the development of discipline, leadership ability, self confidence, and community building for the Peak community. 

Overview: 

Plan and lead four focused Outdoor Education Trips & Two Mountain days:

• Orientation Trips - organizing, preparing for, coordinating, and leading in August (all students)

• Hut Trips - organizing, coordinating, and leading in March/April (Div I, II, III)

• Senior Spring Trip - coaching the senior class to organize and develop their own outdoor education trip in May

• Mountain Days - organizing both Fall and Winter Mountain Days

Responsibilities:

• Schedule trips, facilitate logistics, lead trips, and continually evolve The Peak School Outdoor Education program

• Serve as primary risk manager 

• Keep medical kits/ logs updated and filled

• Manage and book permits, facilities, and campsites. Responsible for making reservations with vendors in a timely manner (huts do need to be booked appropriately one year in advance).

• Coordinate transportation and vehicle needs for all OE trips

• Oversee inventory, maintenance, and purchasing of outdoor gear

• Organize food needs and purchasing before each trip

• Oversee Mountain Days

• Responsible for working with faculty to understand their responsibilities and best practices

• Have continued and effective communication with all Peak Families

• Work in collaboration with the Business Office on Budget

  • Help to manage additional stipend funds

• Run POELs (Peak Outdoor Education Leaders) program

Qualifications:

• B.A. or B.S. in a related field, or prior work experience in Outdoor Education

• Experience in and enthusiasm for working with and teaching students in experiential education, wilderness, or residential settings

• Well-developed planning, written, and organizational skills

• A clean driving record

• The ability to work collaboratively with coworkers and other school community members

• Experience working with middle school and/or high school students

• Creative and fun

• Wilderness First Responder or Wilderness EMT is a plus

• Previous experience with risk management, staff supervision, and wilderness programs is a plus 

Salary: $4,500-$5,000

Please reach out to:

Travis Aldrich 

Head of School The Peak School

travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.org