High School Physics Teacher - RISE Campus
About The Position
Rocky Mountain Prep is seeking a dedicated secondary science teacher, specifically for High School Physics, for the 2026/2027 school year, with staff reporting to summer PD in July 2026 and the school year starting in August 2026. Rocky Mountain Prep is an organization committed to changing public education in Colorado by democratizing college access for historically marginalized students and families, operating twelve college-preparatory schools. It is a world-class learning organization that deeply invests in its educators through ongoing coaching, professional development, clear expectations, transparent feedback, and opportunities for career advancement along individualized career pathways grounded in its PEAK values. The approach to teaching high school science focuses on providing rigorous instruction in an engaging, supportive learning environment. The ideal candidate will promote students in asking questions, defining problems, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematical and computational thinking, constructing explanations and designing solutions, engaging in argument from evidence, and obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information as described in the Next Generation Science Standards. The science teacher will be an integral part of the educational team, working collaboratively to ensure the academic success of students through the implementation of the RMP Science Academic Program & Resources.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree (any subject)
- Complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) -45 contact hours within the first year of your employment
- Pass a background check
- Demonstrate Eligibility to work in the United States
Responsibilities
- Consistently use the Intellectual Preparation Protocol to internalize curricular materials at the unit and daily lesson level
- Collaborate with their instructional coach to improve lesson plans and facilitation based on regular, frequent feedback
- Be a continuous learner of strong science pedagogy and research
- Challenge students with curricular tasks that encourage scientific thinking and let them take the lead in their learning
- Align all lessons to the Next Generation Science Standards and implement practices that promote understanding of grade-level science content
- Manage lab materials and work within CDE Science Safety Regulations for storage and use in class
- Implement network intervention strategies based on student data that support students with unfinished learning
- Take ownership of student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide instruction, and ensuring all scholars grow through strong planning, rigorous teaching, and timely re-teaching
- Build inclusive, relationship-centered classrooms by implementing proactive routines, culturally responsive practices, and consistent communication with families
- Collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff
- Contribute to school-wide initiatives
- Support daily operations to maintain a safe and organized environment
- Model RMP’s PEAK values in all interactions
- Remain flexible and responsive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment aligned to our evolving Concept Essence
Benefits
- Paid Time Off – including vacation, personal, and sick days
- 5 Weeks of Paid Organizational Holidays – including Winter and Summer breaks
- Comprehensive Health Insurance – medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% of medical coverage for employee-only plans
- Retirement Through PERA – Public Employees' Retirement Association of Colorado
- Paid Leave of Absence Options – including parental, medical, and disability leave
- Mental Health & Wellness Support – to help you thrive personally and professionally
- Pre-Tax Accounts – flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care accounts, and health savings accounts (HSA)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
