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Middle School Science Teacher

hace 2 días

Denver

Job DescriptionDenver Language School (DLS) is a public, tuition-free language immersion charter school located in East Denver. DLS provides an innovative academic program to reach the highest levels of student achievement through comprehensive language immersion education in French, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese. DLS offers traditional learning activities in the target language, making the language both the medium and the object of instruction.Middle School Science TeacherGilpin Campus2949 California St. Denver, CO 80205$57,120 to $63,036 1.0 FTE189 Days Overview of position: The Middle School Science Teacher supports the academic growth of students through the implementation of DLS pedagogy, comprehensive classroom management, implementing effective engagement strategies, and building authentic teacher/student relationships. This role is responsible for effective instruction and management of a classroom of middle-schoolers. The Middle School Science Teacher works closely with campus principals, instructional leaders, parents/families, and students to ensure measurable positive student outcomes. This vacancy will be posted until 05/15/2026 or until filled by a highly qualified candidate. We encourage individuals to apply even if the above date has passed. The anticipated start date for this position is 08/04/2026. The selected candidate will report to the Gilpin Middle School Principal. This role is eligible for J1 visa sponsorship. Pay and Benefits: • Employees at DLS are compensated in accordance with other Denver-area charter schools. The annual salary of $57,120 to $63,036., • 8 days of PTO with an option to roll days to the following school year., • Health, vision, and dental insurance subsidized by the school., • Employee assistance program and online mental health support paid by the school., • Early student release each Friday to offer opportunities for professional development and collaboration., • Discounted rates for after-school Fun Clubs and out-of-state travel of employees’ children., • Individualized coaching and support, as well as school-funded professional development., • Employees' children get priority in student enrollment, but there is no guarantee of enrollment due to seat availability. Ability to Effectively Instruct Using the Given Curriculum • Implements the school's adopted Science curriculum with fidelity, consistency, and purpose, • Draws on strong content knowledge to bring curriculum materials to life in engaging and meaningful ways, • Thoughtfully supplements core curriculum materials to address gaps, extend learning, and reflect student interests and identities, • Adapts pacing, content, and delivery to meet the needs of diverse learners without sacrificing rigor, • Invests in knowing each student as an individual, fostering a classroom culture grounded in trust and belonging, • Creates space for student voice and agency as a foundation for academic engagement and growth, • Employs a varied toolkit of research-based engagement strategies to sustain student motivation and participation, • Designs lessons that are culturally responsive, relevant, and interactive for middle school learners, • Applies knowledge of language development to support all learners, including English Language Learners and students with diverse linguistic backgrounds, • Designs instruction that builds academic vocabulary, syntax, and language fluency across reading and writing contexts, • Grounds instructional decisions in current, research-based best practices in literacy education and adolescent learning, • Stays current with professional developments in Science pedagogy and applies new learning meaningfully in the classroom, • Creates a classroom culture of reciprocal respect using restorative justice practices that prioritize accountability, repair, and community, • Applies liberatory design principles to center student identities, experiences, and voices in the learning environment, • Builds genuine, collaborative relationships with families — including those who are highly engaged or have historically raised concerns — through consistent, transparent communication, • Partners with colleagues across disciplines to create cohesive, connected learning experiences for students, • Flexes communication style to meet students where they are, ensuring all learners feel seen, understood, and supported, • Provides intentional scaffolding — including visual, verbal, and written supports — to ensure equitable access to grade-level content, • Regularly administers and analyzes formative assessments to make real-time instructional adjustments, • Uses summative data to evaluate unit and semester-level growth and inform future planning Skills Curriculum Development • Designs rigorous, standards-aligned ELA curriculum for grades 6–8 that reflects the diverse Denver community, • Thoughtfully builds on and evolves an established, well-regarded program, • Balances instructional planning, grading, and family communication with consistency, • Responds to competing priorities in a fast-paced charter school environment, • Creates scaffolded, research-based literacy lessons for a range of learners, • Designs engaging reading and writing experiences that challenge all skill levels, • Builds a structured, inclusive middle school environment rooted in mutual respect, • Sets clear expectations that support student confidence and risk-taking, • Uses formative and summative data to drive instructional decisions, • Communicates student progress transparently to families and leadership, • Contributes to school-wide initiatives and collaborative curriculum planning, • Models professionalism and earns trust with staff, students, and families, • Communicates proactively and clearly with students, families, and colleagues, • Navigates sensitive parent conversations with empathy and solution-focus, • Develops cohesive short- and long-term instructional plans with clear pacing, • Balances structure and flexibility to meet evolving student needs, • Ensures continuity and coherence across the 6th – 8th grade Science experience Denver Language School is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Denver Language School is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Required Qualifications/Experience • Bachelor’s Degree in Science Education or a closely related field, • Passing score on relevant Praxis Exam OR ability to pass content area Praxis within twelve months of hire, • Proficient understanding of Colorado Science standards., • 2-4 years classroom teaching experience, • Experience working/living outside the US Compensation details: 57120-63036 Yearly Salary PI95f6e5bb90fd-25405-40292959

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