Innovative Middle School English Teacher — Inquiry & Growth

MAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 129,000; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Middle English teacher for Global Intermediate Academy in Denver, CO. The role requires a Colorado teaching license with an English endorsement and a commitment to standards-based, inquiry-based, project-based instruction.

The position offers a 190-day calendar, and a salary range of $63,301–$128,842 per year. The candidate will collaborate with a diverse team to foster student learning and action.

Qualifications

• Colorado teaching license with an appropriate English endorsement required.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

Responsibilities

• Build a safe, trusting, and collaborative community with students and families.
• Mentor and serve as a student advocate on a two-year loop.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding students' academic and social-emotional needs.
• Guide students through internship experiences and facilitate meetings with mentors.
• Provide project planning support for two personal projects each year.
• Plan advisory activities to support social-emotional growth and community building.
• Support and monitor students' Individualized Learning Plans with weekly 1-on-1 meetings.
• Use data to direct planning and instruction.
• Collaborate with specialists to provide accommodations for content practice and assessment.
• Routinely assess student goals and progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Create opportunities for learners with 504s, IEP, and GATES plans.
• Backwards instruction aligned to standards and goals.
• Set goals and meet with Instructional Coach/Director for professional growth.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven planning

Active pedagogy

Education

Colorado teaching license with English endorsement

Endorsement in Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education preferred

Job description

Mapleton Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Middle English teacher for Global Intermediate Academy in Denver, CO. The role requires a Colorado teaching license with an English endorsement and a commitment to standards-based, inquiry-based, project-based instruction.

The position offers a 190-day calendar, and a salary range of $63,301–$128,842 per year. The candidate will collaborate with a diverse team to foster student learning and action.