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What they do
A Middle or High School Teacher teaches middle school students, usually in grades 6 - 12, in a public or private school. Teaches one subject, or a group of subjects, such as math and science; works with one class all year or teaches different classes of students throughout the day. May mentor students, coach a school team or advise a student club. May specialize in working with students learning English or students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$62,207 / year median in Colorado
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Upcoming School Year:
2026-2027 Leading Edge BeforeAfter School Programs is seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and student-focused Lead Teachers to join our team for the upcoming school year in Lewis-Palmer School District 38. Lead Teachers play an essential role in creating safe, engaging, and enriching environments where students can learn, build friendships, discover new interests, and thrive beyond the classroom. Working alongside the Site Director, Lead Teachers help guide daily program operations while serving as positive role models for students and supporting a fun, welcoming program culture. If you're passionate about working with children, enjoy being creative, and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.Position Details Position:
Lead Teacher Location:
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 (Monument, Colorado)Position Type:
Part-Time | School-Year Position Typical schedules are Monday through Friday and vary by assigned school location. Programs operate during before-school and after-school hours based on each school's bell schedule.Pay Range:
$18.00- 22.
Pay Schedule:
Biweekly, every other Friday What You'll Do Lead Teachers help create welcoming, engaging, and well-organized programs where students feel safe, supported, and excited to participate each day. Key Responsibilities Support the daily operation of before- and after-school programs across Monument Supervise students and maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive environment Lead games, enrichment activities, crafts, and hands-on learning experiences Assist students with homework and academic support as needed Build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and fellow team members Follow Colorado child care licensing regulations and Leading Edge policies Complete attendance, daily documentation, and incident reporting as needed Support the Site Director with program setup, organization, and daily operations Serve as a positive role model through professionalism, teamwork, and enthusiasm EnrichmentCurriculum At Leading Edge, learning continues long after the school bell rings.
- Critical thinking games and friendly competitions Art Enrichment Lab
- Creative projects using a variety of artistic mediums Homework Lab
- Structured academic support Physical Lab
- Games and activities promoting movement and teamwork Reading Lab
- Literacy enrichment and group reading activities STEM Lab
- Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math exploration Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Experience working with school-age children in education, licensed child care, recreation, camps, or youth programs preferred Must meet, or be able to meet, Colorado State Child Care Licensing qualifications for a Lead Teacher Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills Comfortable using technology and web-based systems Reliable transportation to assigned school location Colorado Licensing Requirements Candidates qualifying through experience must provide verification from previous employer(s) on company letterhead documenting: A minimum of 455 verified hours working with school-age children Dates of employment Position(s) held Age group(s) served Employer signature and contact information Candidates qualifying through education may be asked to provide official transcripts.