Middle School Science Teacher

Denver Language School • Denver, CO

1h

About The Position

Denver 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.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.

Requirements

• 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
• 1+ year classroom teaching experience

Nice To Haves

• Proficient understanding of Colorado Science standards.
• 2-4 years classroom teaching experience
• Experience working/living outside the US

Responsibilities

• Ability to Effectively Instruct Using the Given Curriculum
• Ability to Supplement and Differentiate Curriculum
• Can Build Authentic Teacher/Student Relationships
• Consistently Implements Effective Engagement Strategies
• Understanding of Language Development and Acquisition
• Utilizes Best Practices
• Uses Restorative Justice and Liberatory Design to Manage Classroom Environment
• Works with Parents, Colleagues, and Community Members to Deepen Learning
• Can Communicate with a Wide Range of Students While Providing Scaffolding
• Utilizes Formative and Summative Assessments to Determine Student Pacing and Needs
• Additional Tasks and/or Assignments to Further the Mission and Vision of the School

Benefits

• 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.
• Short term disability insurance, term life insurance paid fully by the school.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees