STEM Elective Teacher (2026-2027 School Year)

DSST Public Schools • Denver, CO

12d • $60,000 - $78,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At DSST, our teachers play an integral role in ensuring student success by fostering the development of essential skills such as resilience and critical thinking, developing project based learning experiences, and building strong relationships with students. In our STEM electives program, students connect their studies to the world as they solve real and urgent problems for industry and their community. This application covers all STEM Elective teaching positions at DSST Public Schools. High School STEM Elective Positions We are hiring for the following high school STEM content areas: Computer Science Bioscience Engineering Entrepreneurial Studies Financial Literacy Middle School STEM Elective Positions At the middle school level, all DSST campuses offer a STEM Lab course that introduces students to each of the high school STEM pathways listed above. Through hands-on, project-based learning experiences, students explore foundational concepts in engineering, technology, and design. The goal of this course is to help students discover their interests and build the skills needed to pursue a focused STEM pathway in high school—where they can ultimately graduate with enough credits to earn a certification in that area.

Requirements

• An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals.
• A proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance your teaching practice.
• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in any field.
• Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications (see qualification options here ).

Nice To Haves

• Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.
• A Colorado teaching credential is preferred but not required for most opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content: Utilize DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous, culturally responsive, and grade level aligned content to 3-5 classes daily depending on campus and content area.
• Track and Support Student Growth: Monitor and assess the performance of all students through a variety of assessment tools & resources to guide instruction and support individual student growth.
• Promote Positive Culture: Employ DSST culture systems to promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture as well as build and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
• Pursue Professional Development: Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Contribute to School Community: Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits: Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator-focused mental-health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts.
• Growth & Opportunity: Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader.
• Rewards & Recognition: Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish.
• Whole Human Wellness: Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave.
• Thriving in Colorado: Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation support for out of state applicants, and local discounts that help you enjoy life in our beautiful sunshine filled state.

What This Job Offers

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