A Great Place to Work

The Roaring Fork Schools believe that staff are our most important asset, which is why we are committed to providing the working conditions that ensure our staff feel valued, have opportunities to grow and lead, and are set up for success.

Our current staff agree: 

  • 88% of staff members reported that they felt that their school was a good place to work. 

  • 91% of staff members reported that they thought their school was a good place for students to learn.

  • 87% of staff felt that their collective work was guided by a shared vision that was focused on students.


**Source: Teaching & Learning Conditions Colorado survey, Spring 2018

Staff Housing

The Roaring Fork Schools have 66 rental housing units for staff. These rental units, limited to five years in term, provide employees a bridge to permanent housing as the affordable nature will allow staff to save money for future home purchases.

Basalt

The town of Basalt is a quaint mountain community located in Eagle and Pitkin Counties at the confluence of the Frying Pan and Roaring Fork Rivers along State Highway 82. Incorporated in 1901, the town was named for the basaltic rock formation on Basalt Mountain and began as a railroad town. It is a now a vibrant and diverse community offering a multitude of recreational opportunities. The U.S. Census Bureau stated that the town population of Basalt was 3,857 in 2010. Students located in designated parts of unincorporated Eagle and Pitkin Counties attend school in Basalt. For more information on Basalt visit the Basalt Chamber of Commerce site.

Carbondale

The Town of Carbondale is located in Garfield County at the confluence of the Crystal and Roaring Fork rivers and the junction of State Highway 82 and 131. Carbondale's horizon is dominated by the 12,953 foot tall Mount Sopris several miles to the south of town. The town is characterized as a base camp for recreation enthusiasts and includes hiking, biking, golfing, kayaking, and world-class fly fishing. In winter, excellent cross-country skiing is just outside of town at Spring Gulch. The U.S. Census Bureau stated that the city population of Carbondale was 6,427 in 2010. For more information on Carbondale visit the Carbondale Chamber of Commerce site.

Glenwood Springs

Glenwood Springs is located at the confluence of the Colorado and Roaring Fork rivers just off Interstate 70. This historic town is famous for the mineral-rich waters of Glenwood Hot Springs and Pool attracting visitors for over 125 years and the towering walls of the 16-mile Glenwood Canyon which was carved by the force of the Colorado River and snow-melt from the Continental Divide. Other attractions include the Glenwood Caverns Adventure Park, skiing at Sunlight Mountain Resort, rafting, hiking, mountain and road cycling and much more. According to the U.S. Census Bureau the city population in 2010 was 9,614. Glenwood Springs is also the county seat of Garfield County. For more information on Glenwood Springs visit the Glenwood Springs Chamber site.