Math Teacher - Middle School Anticipated

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 45,395 - 55,482; Full time

Job summary

Harrison School District 2 is seeking a dedicated educator to create a positive classroom environment and engage students for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include lesson planning, motivating students towards their academic and personal growth, and administering standardized tests. A Colorado Teaching License is required, alongside qualifications meeting the highly qualified status under ESSA. The salary is $50,439, based on experience and education level, within Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Qualifications

• Possess or be eligible to receive Colorado Teaching License.
• Endorsed in the content area and passed relevant tests.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom environment.
• Motivate students for college and career readiness.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Clear communication

Engagement strategies

Education

Colorado Teaching License

Job description

184- Work Day Calendar

Annual Salary: $50,439 + (Salary placement is based on experience and education level.)

For School Year 2026-2027

For full salary range, view the License Salary Schedule: https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

Help each student learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to his/her development as a mature, capable and responsible adult. Provide a positive, healthy and safe environment in which the student can achieve his/her maximum potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of each student. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interest of the student. Encourage students to maintain standards of classroom behavior.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Create an engaging classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for college and career readiness.
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written formats with students, parents, and teammates.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of students.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with district testing protocol.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds.

Qualifications

• Possess or be eligible to receive Colorado Teaching License.
• Candidate must be endorsed in the content area, passed the PLACE or Praxis test in the content area, and/or have 24 semester credits in the content area to meet Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) "highly qualified" status.
• Transcripts required.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Note

Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resumés may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education.