AXIS International Academy is currently accepting applications for Elementary Teachers that may become available for the 2026 - 2027 school year.

Employment Status: Full Time, Exempt

Supervisor: Leadership staff member, AXIS International Academy Fort Collins

Compensation: $40,000 - $50,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Position includes retirement benefits through Colorado Public Employee Retirement Association (copera.org) as well as option for health benefits for full-time staff.

Application Deadline: Ongoing

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Who We Are:

AXIS is more than a school — we are a community movement preparing students to become the global citizens our world needs. We believe in nurturing bilingualism, academic excellence, and strong character through a multicultural, inclusive environment. Our students are empowered to lead with knowledge, empathy, and purpose in both local and global communities.

Position Description:

AXIS is seeking a passionate, collaborative Elementary English Language Arts Teacher to join our innovative dual language immersion model. In this role, you will teach literacy, language arts, science, and social studies in English to two cohorts of students. All curriculum is evidence-based and aligned with the Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) program.

You will collaborate closely with a math teacher and a partner language teacher (Spanish, French, or Chinese), each responsible for teaching complementary subjects to the same students during alternating times of day. Teachers have dedicated daily planning and collaboration time during math instruction.

Grade-level assignments are flexible, and candidate preferences may be considered

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• English proficiency
• Previous teaching experience or experience working with children
• Colorado teaching license, not required but encouraged

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality instruction in English Language Arts, science, and social studies
• Collaborate with co-teachers, leadership, and specialists to support student achievement
• Use data and informal assessments to guide and differentiate instruction
• Support students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom culture
• Implement research-based strategies and backward design for instructional planning
• Maintain accurate records and communicate regularly with families
• Participate in school duties (arrival, dismissal, etc.) and events
• Engage in professional development aligned with school goals

AXIS seeks educators who:

• Are mission-aligned and passionate about equity, bilingualism, and global citizenship
• Believe in high expectations, continuous improvement, and collaboration
• Foster nurturing, structured, and student-centered classrooms
• Bring knowledge of evidence-based teaching practices and curriculum
• Value diversity and inclusion, and are reflective and growth-minded
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
• Embrace a leadership role within a dynamic charter school setting

Why AXIS? Teaching at AXIS means being part of a committed, international-minded team of educators who support each other’s growth. We offer:

• An innovative 50/50 dual language immersion model
• A supportive, collaborative staff culture
• Leadership opportunities within and beyond the classroom
• Professional development aligned with personal and school goals
• A diverse, inclusive, and mission-driven community