Teacher - Financial Literacy (6-8): 2026-27 SY

Rocky Mountain Classical Academy•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The Middle School Financial Literacy Teacher develops and delivers instruction in personal finance, budgeting, saving, investing, and responsible money management aligned with Core Knowledge/Classical curriculum standards. This role cultivates critical thinking, financial responsibility, and decision-making skills in students while fostering a positive, inclusive, and academically rigorous classroom environment. The teacher contributes to the school’s mission of preparing students for lifelong financial literacy and responsible citizenship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Ability to create a supportive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment
Commitment to fostering financial literacy, critical thinking, and responsible decision-making in students

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Education, Finance, Economics, or a related field
Experience teaching middle school students or working with adolescents

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver lesson plans teaching financial literacy concepts, including budgeting, saving, investing, and responsible money management.
Utilize a variety of instructional methods, materials, and technology to engage students and accommodate diverse learning styles.
Foster a classroom environment that encourages participation, critical thinking, and practical application of financial concepts.
Assess student progress regularly and provide constructive feedback to support growth in financial literacy and decision-making skills.
Maintain accurate attendance, grade records, and student progress reports using the student information system.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences to maintain effective school-home communication.
Collaborate with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches and enhance overall curriculum.
Prepare lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and substitute materials in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean, organized, and well-managed classroom conducive to learning.
Uphold classroom discipline and promote a safe, respectful, and academically rigorous environment.
Participate in professional development, workshops, and staff meetings to remain current with best practices in financial education and pedagogy.
Represent the school professionally to students, parents, colleagues, and the broader community.
Support school operations and perform additional duties as assigned, including supervision during carpool, lunch, or recess.
Follow school policies and procedures, including grievance and emergency protocols outlined in the Employee Handbook.