8th Grade Math Teacher, Heath Middle School

Greeley; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Greeley-Evans School District 6 in Heath Middle School, Greeley, CO, seeks an 8th Grade Math Teacher. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and Colorado Teaching License.

You will provide an enriched math program, guide student growth, and report to the principal. Responsibilities include planning lessons, maintaining classroom discipline, assessing progress, implementing IEPs, and coordinating with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree and Colorado Teaching License.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Experience in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study that meets students' needs and abilities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and growth.
• Maintain discipline and safety per district policies.
• Guide learning toward standards and communicate lesson objectives.
• Assess student progress and provide regular reports.
• Implement IEP plans and support academic time.
• Collaborate with staff and communicate with parents regularly.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in committees.
• Support instructional assistants and volunteers as assigned.

Skills

Classroom management

Curriculum alignment

Student assessment

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Colorado Teaching License

Job description

8th Grade Math Teacher, Heath Middle School

Job ID: 15874

Location: Heath Middle School, Greeley, CO

Classification: Exempt

Contract Length: 2026‑2027 / 190 Days

Salary is determined by the Certified Salary schedule based on education and work experience. Certified/licensed employees are granted one year of salary position for each full year of contractual and/or work experience up to a maximum of ten years, including in‑district and out‑of‑district experiences. Verification of outside experience is the responsibility of the employee.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance, and 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans available to all employees from hire date.

Paid leave is covered under Article VII of the Master Contract, including sick and discretionary leave.

Reports to: School Principal

Deadline for application: Until filled

Education / Experience

• Required: Bachelor's Degree, Colorado Teaching License
• Preferred: Experience in a related field, Bilingual

Job Description

Summary / Objective: Provide an enriched learning environment where students acquire subject matter and skills that contribute to their development as mature, responsible members of society. Facilitate learning, guide students toward intellectual, emotional, and psychological growth, and support their academic and personal development. Report to the building principal and department director as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
• Maintain discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and county policies.
• Ensure adequate supervision to assure health, welfare, and safety of all students.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum standards, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students.
• Use instructional methods and materials most appropriate for meeting stated objectives and standards.
• Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Diagnose learning abilities of students regularly, seeking the assistance of district specialists as required.
• Counsel with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis.
• Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintain order in the classroom fairly and justly.
• Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for instructional assistants and/or volunteers, and work cooperatively with department heads.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of individuals or student groups involved.
• Strive to implement the district's philosophy of education and instructional standards and objectives.
• Respect students’ personal spaces throughout the day.
• Implement IEP plans, ensuring integrity of academic time and motivating students to learn and participate.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Make provision for availability to students and parents for education‑related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested under reasonable terms.
• Cooperate with other staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Accept a share of responsibility for co‑curricular activities as assigned.
• Takes all necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Report all incidents of injuries, accidents, illnesses, and discipline problems to the appropriate authority promptly.
• Model non‑discriminatory practices in all activities.
• Comply with and support school and division regulations and policies.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and parents concerning academic and behavioral progress.
• Proceed with own professional growth through ongoing reading, workshops, seminars, conferences, and/or advanced coursework.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by building administrators in accordance with policies and practices.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students’ information.

Additional Qualifications

• Must be able to follow oral and written directions and establish effective working relationships with staff and students.
• Ability to maintain effective classroom management strategies.
• Visual, auditory, and ambulatory ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Empathetic.
• Positive relationship builder.
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

Other Duties

• Knowledge of Colorado and district content standards.
• Knowledge and skills sufficient to perform all duties of the position.
• Preference for leadership situations addressing social, emotional, psychological, and academic needs of students.
• Preference for a work environment with flexibility, conflict management, high tolerance for stress, and quick decision making.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Work Environment / Physical Demands

Ability to sit for long periods, manage distractions, maintain visual and auditory acuity, and lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.

Travel

None

EEO/AAP Statement

Greeley‑Evans School District 6 shall not discriminate in its employment or hiring practices on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or disability. The District shall identify, solicit, and consider applicants for employment from a broad spectrum of qualified individuals who will contribute to that effort. The Superintendent is committed to cultural diversity among district personnel as a means of enriching the educational experience. Complaint procedures have been established for current employees, prospective employees, and applicants for employment. The name of the responsible employee who has been identified as the Compliance Officer and Title IX Coordinator for the District is James Donahue, Title IX Coordinator & Compliance Officer, 1025 Ninth Avenue, Greeley, CO 80631, Phone: 970‑348‑6104, Email: [e-mail].