06/03/2026
Silver SPRUCE Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as Program Teachers/Substitute. In this role, you will deliver engaging educational content to students in various K-12 settings, supporting our mission to enhance learning experiences. Applicant will be a motivated individual with a keen interest in encouraging and inspiring students to love learning and explore homeschool enrichment program experiential learning educational opportunities.
NO TEACHING CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED, we will pay for your CO Substitute teaching license for the year to teach at our K-12 part-time school. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading a productive learning environment, teaching from a passion for education, strong communication skills, able to plan classes for students across various age groups (5- 18 years) and collaborate with community volunteers for learning opportunities and to schedule educational events!
Excited to add an energetic and innovative person to join our organization in a part-time capacity @ 12 hours per week, 26 weeks Oct-May, Wed. 8:15am-4:15pm, Tues. & Thurs. Flex planning, educational event and monthly staff meeting. Position starts Aug. 12, 2026.
Responsibilities
Maintain Teaching Certification with Trainings, Seminars, Meetings, Classes
Coordinate & Teach Engaging Programs Across Grades & Curriculum
Manage Student Learning, Safety, Communication, Guidance, & Discipline
Work w/ Board, Staff, Parents, & Community to Enhance Programs
Keep Space, Schedules, & Materials Organized to Maximize Duties
Be Prepared and Professional in all Situations in Business Casual Attire
Collaborate w/ Organizations, Volunteers, & Businesses for Enrichment
Seek Approved Grants or Donations of Time, Materials, & Curriculum
Submit Proper Fiscal Requests, Time Sheets, Attendance, Budgets, & Reports
Engage in Fundraisers, Meetings, & Other Events
Communicate with Admin Verbally & Email about Day to Day Operations
Be Proficient with Technology and Microsoft, Google, and Social Media
Able to Travel for Classes, Students, Meetings, Supplies, and Activities
Assist in Program Operations as Needed
Experience
Previous experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.
Familiarity with classroom management techniques.
Experience in private school, homeschooling, or enrichment programs is a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
Flexibility to work in various locations within the Four Corners area.
Willingness to authorize a criminal background check and adhere to the Employee Handbook.
Join SPRUCE in accomplishing our mission to provide educational enrichment programs and courses to students and families throughout the Four Corners Area, in collaboration with other educational organizations.
Silver SPRUCE Academy opened in 2013, after operating a similar program for 8 years as Family Educational Resources. The Academy offers classes at many locations in the Four Corners area to collaborate with area resources.
