STEM Lab Teacher (2027-2028 School Year)

DSST Public Schools • Denver, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

DSST Public Schools is hiring a full-time, in-person Middle School STEM Lab Teacher for the 2027–2028 school year at multiple locations across Denver and Aurora, Colorado. The role teaches students in grades 6–8 and begins in late July 2027 with new staff training. The teacher introduces students to biomedical science, engineering, computer science, and entrepreneurship through hands-on, project-based learning connected to real-world challenges and high school STEM pathways. DSST provides an in-house curriculum with ready-to-use lessons and unit plans, while allowing teachers to bring their creativity and interests to the classroom. The position is full-time, school-year, benefits-eligible, exempt, and PERA-covered. Salary is $60,000–$78,000, based on up to 10 years of aligned experience. A relocation stipend is offered to candidates moving from 75 or more miles outside Denver.

Requirements

• Experience teaching, mentoring, or working with middle school students.
• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Demonstrated content knowledge in the STEM area to be taught, meeting applicable in-field qualifications.
• Strong belief in every student's ability to succeed and pursue ambitious postsecondary goals.
• Commitment to educational equity, inclusive instruction, and continuous professional growth.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with hands-on STEM instruction, project-based learning, or applied STEM disciplines.
• Experience collaborating with industry partners or connecting classroom learning to real-world applications.
• Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds, including students of color, students with disabilities, and multilingual learners.
• Colorado teaching credential (preferred but not required for most opportunities).

Responsibilities

• Use DSST curriculum resources to plan and teach culturally responsive, grade-level-aligned STEM lessons across approximately 3–5 classes daily, depending on campus needs.
• Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning aligned with high school STEM pathways and connected to real-world industry challenges.
• Partner with industry professionals, high school STEM teams, and colleagues to develop meaningful projects and prepare students for future STEM coursework.
• Collaborate with Special Services and English Language Development teams to differentiate instruction, assess student learning, and support students with diverse learning needs.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom environment where students are empowered to take risks, learn from mistakes, and develop confidence in STEM.
• Participate in instructional coaching, feedback, and professional development to strengthen teaching practice.
• Contribute to schoolwide initiatives and additional responsibilities, which may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment.

Benefits

• Benefits-eligible position with comprehensive health coverage.
• Fertility and adoption support.
• Educator-focused mental-health care and access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave.
• 11+ weeks off each year.
• Relocation stipend for candidates moving from 75 or more miles outside Denver.
• Safeway grocery discounts and local discounts.
• Weekly one-on-one coaching, data-driven feedback, and career pathways.
• Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the Flower Person Award.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level