Teacher, 5th Grade

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

2d•$60,004 - $124,634•Onsite

About The Position

LICENSED VACANCY Position is for the 2026-2027 school year. POSITION: Teacher, 5th Grade LOCATION: 9200 York St, Thornton, CO 80229 - York International PAY RANGE: Licensed Salary Schedule; $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary CALENDAR: 190 Days REPORTS TO: School Director/Principal SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW: York International School is a globally minded K-12 school. As an active, rigorous learning community, students focus on college and post-secondary preparation from kindergarten to 12th grade. Student learning is enriched in this K-12 environment with opportunities for older and younger students to interact and learn from one another, after-school enrichment programming, and diverse student leadership clubs and groups. Students may also participate in the Engineering and Technology Pathway. Successful York students are highly active learners and well-rounded students with a strong commitment to academics and the York community. To learn more about York, please visit York International School. WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS: In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

Requirements

Colorado teaching licensed with an appropriate Elementary endorsement required.
K-3 teachers must provide documentation of evidence-based literacy training per CDE requirements.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

Responsibilities

Have a commitment to raising achievement for all students, including English Language Learners and those who are performing below grade level.
Design and promote a rigorous culture of learning in the classroom and school with both students and staff.
Modelling and instilling Habits of Mind to contribute to a supportive culture for all.
Demonstrate and model high expectations and successful relationship strategies for all students to succeed.
Design and deliver instructional plans based on the Colorado Academic Standards that are purposeful, engaging, and meet the differentiated needs of all students.
Use district-adopted curricular resources.
Conduct formative assessments that guide instruction.
Establish and document two-way communication with parents and students about their progress towards grade-level expectations.
Willingness to collaborate and seek solutions with colleagues.
Participate in professional development and apply new learning gained.
Demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges.
Other duties as assigned.