Teacher, Middle School Math/Science

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Monterey Community School is a K-8 school that empowers students with the leadership and life skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. Monterey is based on principles and practices of personal, interpersonal, and organizational effectiveness, and upon the powerful premise that every child possesses unique strengths and can be a leader. Through a program called "Leader in Me," Monterey students will learn the skills to become self-reliant, take initiative, prioritize their time, be considerate of others, find creative solutions, value differences, and live a balanced life. This helps students develop the skills and self-confidence they need to lead their lives and succeed in school and beyond.

Requirements

Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Math/Science endorsement required.

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 among all students including high-need students, students with disabilities, advanced students, and those who are performing below grade level.
Develop lesson plans which ensure instruction is paced well, encourage students to think critically, engage all students in authentic and productive learning, and ensure smooth classroom management.
Provide students with skills necessary to meet or exceed the Grade Level Expectations of the Colorado Academic Standards with defined sequential outcomes, authentic and engaging work, and modeled assessment expectations.
Clearly communicate student progress and achievements throughout course work with students and parents.
Maintain professional communications and interactions with students, parent community, and staff.
Willingness and ability to collaborate with colleagues across content areas. Collaboration includes participating in planning meetings to develop integrated instruction and improve teaching practices, implementing a rigorous curriculum, authentic instruction, and multiple assessment strategies.
Attend and take full advantage of professional development offered.
Model, instill, and actively participate in building a supportive and positive culture.
Perseverance in the face of challenges.
Work with a growth mindset.
All other duties as assigned.
Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools. You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time.