Middle School Science 2026/2027

Hemphill Middle School; Strasburg (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hemphill Middle School in Strasburg, Colorado is seeking a Science Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year. The role reports to the Building Principal and emphasizes building positive relationships with students, parents, and staff while aligning with district standards.

Essential requirements include a Bachelor's Degree and a valid Colorado Teaching Certificate. The position requires classroom management skills, effective communication, and the use of technology to support learning in a 160-day

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in area of assignment.
• Similar qualifications or substitutions as the Board may find appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Plan a program of study appropriate to student maturity and needs.
• Create a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Guide learning to increase student achievement per curriculum and standards.
• Employ instructional methods and materials aligned to objectives.
• Assess student progress and provide timely reports.
• Collaborate with professionals to address learning needs and progress.
• Maintain professional development and participate in committees.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Technology integration

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Colorado Teaching Certificate

Job description

Middle School Science 2026/2027

Strasburg School District 31 J Hemphill Middle School - Strasburg, Colorado Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Strasburg School District 31J

Job Details

Job ID: 5852869
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 26, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Description

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Job Title: ScienceTeacher – Middle School
Reports to: Building Principal
Evaluated by: Building Principal

Job Goal: The goal of this position is to create a flexible program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good educational background in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

Essential Requirements: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements list below are a representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.

• Demonstrate aptitude or competence for assignment.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills with colleagues/students/parents/community, including parent teacher conferences.
• Understands and demonstrates classroom management/instructional strategies to support student achievement.
• Integrates technology skills to support the content area(s) and 21st Century Learning
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development.
• Knowledge of subject areas, curriculum, and standards-based education.
• Knowledge of the general organization and functions of a public school system.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Plans a program of study that is appropriate to the maturity and interest of students and meets their individual needs and abilities.
• Creates a positive classroom environment which upholds and enforces the school rules and is conducive to learning.
• The teacher will guide the learning process to increase student achievement in accordance with the curriculum and consistent with state and local standards.
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required in a timely and confidential manner.
• Work with other professionals to determine special learning needs of pupils on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of specialists as required.
• Collaborates with colleagues, students, and/or parents on an ongoing basis concerning student academic and behavioral progress.
• The school professional adheres to the Board of Education policies, state rules and regulations, and to licensure standards.
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence and serves on staff committees as required.

Qualifications / Certificates, Licenses, Regitrations, Bonding, and or Testing Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• A valid Colorado Teaching Certificate endorsed in area of assignment.
• Such alternatives to the above as the Board of Education may find appropriate.

Physical Demands: Between sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis and 10 pounds on a frequent basis, occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, overhead reaching and fine motor activity, frequently sitting, standing, walking, balancing, reaching at desk and floor level, firm and simple grasping. The work requires constant seeing, hearing, and talking.

Work Environment: Work is performed in office, classroom and/or other educational setting.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Days / Terms of Employment: 160 Days / Ten-month position. Salary to be determined by the School Board of Education.

Salary Schedule: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1748289695/strasburg31jcom/xftcrkxplzlefhfrzde8/SalarySchedule2025-2026_1.pdf

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $47,285 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rachel , Rector
• Strasburg School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]