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Position: Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
School Year: 2026-2027
Location: Basalt Elementary School
Reports to: Basalt Elementary School Principal
Classification: Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week)
Contract Period: 185 working days
Salary Range
$54,000 to $83,500 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience)
The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule: Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.
Benefits
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program. RFSD Benefits Guide: RFSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities. Read the district's full nondiscrimination statement online at https://go.boarddocs.com/co/rfsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DBTU5S7A6CE2.
About us
With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Position Overview
Basalt Elementary School is seeking applications for a dynamic, knowledgeable, innovative, Kindergarten teacher to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills and character to thrive in a changing world.
Desired Qualifications
- Elementary teaching experience
- Experience teaching students to learn to read; recent training in the science of reading
- Experience with experiential education, project-based learning, or other similar models
- Experience teaching a diverse population of students
- Experience in adventure, outdoor, and/or environmental education settings
- Strong background in literacy and mathematics instruction
- Bilingual (Spanish-English). Native Spanish speaker preferred.
Physical Requirements
May include, standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.
We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate special education educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!
Our mission is to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a changing world.
Position: Bilingual Kindergarten Teacher
School Year: 2026-2027
Location: Basalt Elementary School
Reports to: Basalt Elementary School Principal
Classification: Certified Exempt - Full-Time (1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week)
Contract Period: 185 working days
Salary Range
$54,000 to $83,500 (Based on education and years of relevant teaching experience)
The annual salary listed above is based on a full-time, 8-hour workday (FTE 1) and a full working calendar. For positions with less than a full FTE or reduced hours, such as part-time or late-start positions, the salary will be prorated accordingly. Certified Salary Schedule: Credentialed teaching experience outside the District or U.S. may be considered in salary placement. See our Salary Placement Criteria for more information.
Benefits
The Roaring Fork School District (RFSD) offers full district paid employee health benefits, including medical, life, voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, employee assistance programs (EAP) and supplemental insurance. In addition, RFSD offers highly reduced and payroll deducted ski passes and an employee referral program. RFSD Benefits Guide: RFSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in all district activities. Read the district's full nondiscrimination statement online at https://go.boarddocs.com/co/rfsd/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DBTU5S7A6CE2.
About us
With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. The Roaring Fork Schools believe that teachers are our most important asset, and our teachers enjoy a true teacher voice in decision-making; clear and collaborative leadership; small class sizes; a highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
Position Overview
Basalt Elementary School is seeking applications for a dynamic, knowledgeable, innovative, Kindergarten teacher to ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills and character to thrive in a changing world.
Desired Qualifications
- Elementary teaching experience
- Experience teaching students to learn to read; recent training in the science of reading
- Experience with experiential education, project-based learning, or other similar models
- Experience teaching a diverse population of students
- Experience in adventure, outdoor, and/or environmental education settings
- Strong background in literacy and mathematics instruction
- Bilingual (Spanish-English). Native Spanish speaker preferred.
Physical Requirements
May include, standing and walking for extended periods; bend, stoop, and lift materials; reach for supplies on high shelves; use manual dexterity for tasks like writing and using technology; communicate clearly and effectively with students; climb stairs in multi-level buildings.
We look forward to reviewing your application and hope to find a passionate special education educator who will thrive in our supportive, collaborative school environment!
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Align Your Credential to Colorado Standards
Colorado requires state licensure to teach in public schools. Before applying, verify your foreign degree meets the Colorado Department of Education's equivalency standards, since an unrecognized credential will stall any sponsorship filing before it starts.
Target Subject Areas Facing Shortages
Roaring Fork serves a bilingual community in the Roaring Fork Valley, so dual-language, ESL, and special education candidates carry strong positioning. Research the district's posted vacancies to identify which shortage subjects align with your endorsements before outreach.
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Canadian and Mexican educators qualify for TN status under the USMCA if the role meets specialty occupation criteria. Assemble your offer letter, credential transcripts, and a clear job duty description before your port of entry or consular appointment to avoid delays.
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Does Roaring Fork School District sponsor H-1B visas for Teachers?
Roaring Fork School District's sponsorship activity for Teaching roles has focused on permanent residence pathways like EB-2 and EB-3, along with F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and TN. H-1B sponsorship for K-12 public school positions is less common across the education sector because most districts prefer PERM-based green card routes or rely on work authorization programs that don't require lottery registration.
Which visa types are commonly used for Teaching roles at Roaring Fork School District?
The district has sponsored EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visas, which require a PERM labor certification filed with DOL before USCIS adjudicates the petition. F-1 OPT and F-1 CPT are also supported for recent graduates working in their field of study. Canadian and Mexican nationals with a teaching credential may qualify for TN status, which is processed at a port of entry or U.S. consulate.
What qualifications are expected for Teaching positions at Roaring Fork School District?
You'll need a valid Colorado educator license or be eligible for one through the state's credential evaluation process. Subject-area endorsements matter significantly, particularly in bilingual education, ESL, special education, and STEM, given the district's demographics and shortage designations. Relevant classroom experience strengthens your application, and fluency in Spanish is a practical advantage for roles serving the valley's large Spanish-speaking student population.
How do I apply for Teaching jobs at Roaring Fork School District?
Browse open Teaching roles at Roaring Fork School District on Migrate Mate, where positions are filtered by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm the district supports your status before applying. The district posts vacancies through its own HR portal as well. When you apply, address your work authorization status directly in your cover letter so hiring managers can route your application to the right contact in HR.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Teaching role at Roaring Fork School District?
Timeline depends heavily on the visa pathway. F-1 OPT authorization can be secured before your start date if your I-20 is updated in time, with USCIS processing typically running 90 days for a standard EAD. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship is a multi-year process involving DOL PERM certification, USCIS petition approval, and visa availability based on your country of birth. Start conversations with HR as early in the hiring process as possible.
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