Language Arts Teacher - 2025-2026 School Year

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Language Arts Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves planning and delivering effective instructional activities to foster student success. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and a Colorado Educator License. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage and retirement plans.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

403(b) Plan

457(b) Plan

Qualifications

• Must obtain Colorado Educator License within 30 days of hire.
• Preference for candidates with ELL Training or ESL/LDE Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities.
• Create a positive educational climate for students.
• Evaluate student performance.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

Language Arts Teacher - 2025-2026 School Year

JobID: 12499

Position Type: Teaching: Secondary/ Teacher-English

Date Posted: 5/13/2025

Closing Date: 05/19/2025

Location: Rocky Top Middle School

Salary Information: SEE CERTIFIED SALARY SCHEDULE

Standard Hours Per Week: 40

FTE: 1.0

Months Per Year: 9

Job Code: 050020

Position Type: Replacement – Permanent/Regular

Location: Thornton, CO

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to excellence, equity, and inclusion. We support our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply and highlight their strengths in this area.

Summary

A teacher will utilize effective teaching methods to ensure student success and foster an exemplary educational environment that promotes achievement for all students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities
• Create a positive educational climate for students
• Meet course and school-wide performance goals
• Participate in ongoing training
• Create and modify lesson plans throughout the year
• Grade papers and perform administrative duties
• Stay current with educational topics
• Use various curriculum resources and technologies
• Integrate competencies, goals, and objectives into lessons
• Reflect diverse student backgrounds in curricula
• Establish and communicate clear objectives
• Prepare and distribute parent communications
• Evaluate student performance
• Manage classroom behavior effectively

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Must be at least 18 years old

Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications

• Criminal background check required
• Must obtain Colorado Educator License within 30 days of hire
• Possess the required license and endorsement; if highly qualified by content test or semester hours, must have a Colorado license with a passing score or relevant coursework
• Preference for candidates with ELL Training or ESL/LDE Endorsement

Salary and Benefits

Salary placement depends on education and experience, with up to 10 years of relevant experience considered. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and other programs. Immediate access to 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans upon hire. For details, see the Benefits Overview.

Additional Notes

All K-3 teachers must complete evidence-based reading training within 90 workdays, per the READ Act. This posting does not include the full job description.

Rev 07/24