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A commitment to intellect, character, citizenship, and community are essential qualities in a Peak School educator. Peak offers an incredible opportunity for educators to engage their creativity and innovative thinking while seeking the highest levels of responsibility and achievement for their students. Individuals who enjoy this freedom and seek to be active, contributing members of an intellectual community thrive at Peak.

The Peak School is committed to developing students who think critically, act with integrity, and inspire others. Staff at The Peak School embody these qualities, motivating their students to do the same.

The Peak School does not discriminate against anyone based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability status or any other trait that is protected under local, state or federal law. In addition, we do not allow discrimination of any kind in the workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and also take affirmative action measures against discrimination in all aspects of employment and School business. This policy applies not only to personnel decisions, but to all aspects of business.

We are currently hiring for:

Chinese Teacher

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated fluency in spoken and written Chinese - our students learn simplified Chinese with a focus on Standard Mandarin.

  • An undergraduate degree; a master’s degree preferred

  • First-hand experience living abroad in China 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

  • Please note: The Peak School is unable to sponsor work visas for this position until the ‘25-’26 school year. 

Responsibilities:

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

  • Teaches up to four courses of Chinese to middle and upper school students

  • Willingness to run an advisory

  • 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

  • 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.education with “Chinese position” in the Subject line. (No phone calls please)

Job details: 

Immediate Opening. 

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: $49,000 - $55,000

Substitute Teacher 

A substitute teacher at Peak encourages a positive learning environment for students while their regular Teacher is absent; the Substitute Teacher will need to effectively manage and instruct the class, from attendance to tidying up the classroom after the students have left. Some of the Substitute Teacher’s duties and responsibilities include:

  • Follow lesson plans provided by the regular Teacher

  • Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment

  • Supervise students in and out of the classroom.  

Compensation: $20 an hour. All employment is subject to a background check.

If interested, please contact Travis Aldrich at travis.aldrich@thepeakschool.education with a resume. 

Offer of employment will be contingent upon a successful background check.   It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities 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.

The ideal Peak School teacher exhibits the following qualities:

Curriculum and Instruction

  • Designs and implements curriculum aligned with The Peak School’s Philosophy.
  • Develops innovative lessons that are challenging, age-appropriate, and emphasize depth over coverage.
  • Promotes critical thinking, creative thinking, and problem solving while holding high, personalized expectations for all students.
  • Integrates both nature and technology into the curriculum.
  • Embraces the student-as-worker, teacher-as-coach approach to instruction.
  • Assesses students through a variety of methods, with an emphasis on performance-based exhibitions.
  • Continually seeks and engages in professional development to maintain a high level of knowledge of current research and practices.

Community

  • Encourages students to take ownership over their education, make positive interpersonal choices, and take responsibility for their community interactions.
  • Promotes understanding and respect for multiple perspectives by building and teaching a curriculum that follows the best practices for multi-cultural education.
  • Ensures that tolerance, respect for diversity and disrupting injustice extend beyond learning, becoming practice.
  • Manages the classroom and supports the students in a manner that is recognized as fair and consistent with the school mission and philosophies.
  • Exhibits a commitment to the entire school and is eager to be a contributing part of activities outside the classroom, including school events, retreats, and special programs.

Professionalsim and Collegiality

  • Supports colleagues through teamwork, collaboration, flexibility, and proactive communication.
  • Maintains professional demeanor at all times with children, parents, and colleagues.
  • Solicits and respects the parent perspective of the child.
  • Maintains a positive and mature problem-solving attitude while dealing with interpersonal conflict or workload demands.
  • Articulates curriculum and program design and expectations to both students and parents.
  • Provides thoughtful, narrative feedback to students and parents with the intention of raising student achievement.
  • Engages in regular communication with both students and parents through conversations, writing, and active listening.
Head of School Travis Aldrich speaks with Math teacher Ben Butler in the hallway between classes at The Peak School (Hugh Carey/Summit Daily).

Head of School Travis Aldrich speaks with Math teacher Ben Butler in the hallway between classes at The Peak School (Hugh Carey/Summit Daily).