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For the 2026-2027 School Year
Montrose Classical Academy is now accepting applications for teacher positions and other staff positions. Positions will be posted at different times and not all at once. You can also search and watch for these positions directly on Indeed by searching "Montrose Classical Academy".
Positions Currently Accepting Applications
01
Founding Teacher
POSITION DETAILS
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Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
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Work Schedule: 180 calendar days per school year (approximately August–June), per the MCA school calendar
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Work Location: Montrose Classical Academy, Montrose, Colorado
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Work Setting: In-person only. This is not a remote or hybrid position. All duties are performed on-site at MCA's school facility.
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Reports To: School Leader (Principal)
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Start Date: August 2026
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a founding classroom teacher at MCA, you will deliver rigorous, content-rich instruction aligned with the Core Knowledge Sequence and MCA's classical education philosophy. Working alongside a trained paraprofessional and in close collaboration with your colleagues, you will shape the academic and character development of every student in your care.
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Specialty Teacher
POSITION DETAILS
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MCA is seeking a passionate, skilled Specialty Teacher in one of the following areas:
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Physical Education (SPARK PE curriculum)
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Art
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Music (Kodály-based instruction)
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Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
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Work Schedule: 180 calendar days per school year (approximately August–June), per the MCA school calendar
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Work Location: Montrose Classical Academy, Montrose, Colorado
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Work Setting: In-person only. This is not a remote or hybrid position. All duties are performed on-site at MCA's school facility.
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Reports To: School Leader (Principal)
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Start Date: August 2026
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a founding specialty teacher at MCA, you will deliver rigorous, content-rich instruction. Working alongside a trained paraprofessional and in close collaboration with your colleagues, you will shape the academic and character development of every student in your care.
Instructional Excellence
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Deliver joyful, rigorous and engaging instruction aligned with your specialty area:
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For Music: Implement Kodály-based sequential music instruction
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For PE: Implement the SPARK Physical Education curriculum
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For Art: Design and deliver a content-rich arts curriculum aligned with the Core Knowledge Sequence
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Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners, including advanced students, English language learners, and students with IEPs or 504 plans
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Design and administer formative and summative assessments; use data to drive instructional decisions
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Maintain accurate and timely grade records and student progress documentation
03
Business Administrator
POSITION DETAILS
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Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
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Work Schedule: 3 months of summer contract work (April 20 – July 20) +192 calendar days per school year (approximately July 20 – May 14), per the MCA school calendar
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Work Location: Montrose Classical Academy, Montrose, Colorado
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Work Setting: Remote or hybrid position. Occasional in-person presence is required for school tours, open houses, community events, and team meetings
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Reports To: Executive Director
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Start Date: ASAP
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As MCA's founding Business Administrator, you will play a critical dual role in launching and sustaining our school. In Phase 1 (pre-opening from April 20 – July 20), you'll drive enrollment, family engagement and additional funding through strategic marketing, family outreach, school tours, and grant application support. In Phase 2 (post-opening from July 20 – May 14), you'll transition to supporting school operations including serving as registrar, front desk coordinator, visitor management, grant administration support, and ongoing family engagement. This role requires exceptional organizational skills, data fluency, marketing savvy, and a passion for building relationships with families
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SPED Coordinator/Teacher
POSITION DETAILS
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Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
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Role Split: ~70% Special Education Coordination / 30% Teaching
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Work Schedule: 192 calendar days per school year (approximately July 20 – May 14), per the MCA school calendar
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Work Location: Montrose Classical Academy, Montrose, Colorado
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Work Setting: In-person only. This is not a remote or hybrid position. All duties are performed on-site at MCA's school facility.
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Reports To: School Leader (Principal)
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Start Date: July 20, 2026
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a founding Special Education Coordinator/Teacher at MCA, you will serve in a dual role: leading and building the school’s special education program (60%) while also delivering rigorous, content-rich classroom instruction aligned with MCA’s classical education philosophy (40%). You will work in close collaboration with your colleagues, the School Leader, families, and Montrose County School District to ensure every student with disabilities receives a free and appropriate public education in an environment that celebrates their unique brilliance.
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SPED Teacher
POSITION DETAILS
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Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
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Work Schedule: 192 calendar days per school year (approximately July 20 – May 14), per the MCA school calendar
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Work Location: Montrose Classical Academy, Montrose, Colorado
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Work Setting: In-person only. This is not a remote or hybrid position. All duties are performed on-site at MCA's school facility.
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Reports To: School Leader (Principal) or Special Education Coordinator
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Start Date: July 20, 2026
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a founding Special Education Teacher at MCA, you will deliver content-rich classroom instruction. You will work in close collaboration with your colleagues, the School Leader, families, and Montrose County School District to ensure every student with disabilities receives a free and appropriate public education in an environment that celebrates their unique brilliance.
06
Paraprofessional
POSITION DETAILS
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Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Hourly
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Work Schedule: 192 calendar days per school year (approximately July 20 – May 14), per the MCA school calendar
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Work Location: Montrose Classical Academy, Montrose, Colorado
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Work Setting: In-person only. This is not a remote or hybrid position. All duties are performed on-site at MCA's school facility.
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Reports To: School Leader (Principal)
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Start Date: July 20, 2026
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a founding paraprofessional at MCA, you will work alongside classroom teachers to support student learning and create a joyful, rigorous learning environment. You will provide direct support to students while helping maintain an organized, safe, and welcoming classroom. Your role is essential to ensuring every student receives the individualized attention they need to thrive.