Middle School Science Teacher (6th Grade Integrated) 2026-2027

Lotus School for Excellence; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Lotus School for Excellence in Aurora, Colorado seeks a Middle School Science Teacher for 6th Grade Integrated Science for the 2026-2027 school year. The teacher will deliver an integrated Earth/Life/Physical Science curriculum, create engaging inquiry-based lessons, and collaborate with grade-level teams and support staff to promote student growth.

Requirements include a Colorado teaching license with Middle School Science or Science endorsement preference, out-of-classroom duties, and

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for STEAM education and diverse student populations.
• Ability to plan rich learning opportunities with student needs in mind.
• Data-driven instructional moves to improve student learning.
• Hands-on, inquiry-based science exploration and lab safety.
• Experience with Title One schools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver interactive, inquiry-based science instruction across Earth, Life, and Physical Sciences.
• Design and safely manage laboratory investigations and hands-on activities.
• Adapt instruction to diverse learning styles, including ELL and IEP/504 accommodations.
• Collaborate with special education teachers and interventionists.
• Assess student understanding and use results to tailor instruction.
• Use digital tools and technology to support STEAM integration.

Skills

STEAM education

Culturally responsive teaching

Data-driven instruction

Hands-on experiments

Diverse populations/Title One schools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science / Science Education / Middle School Education

Experience with charter/S.T.E.A.M. programs

Job description

Middle School Science Teacher (6th Grade Integrated) 2026-2027

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Job Details

Job ID: 5954756
Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 4:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job description:

Job Description: SECONDARY INTEGRATED SCIENCE TEACHER (6TH GRADE)

About Lotus School for Excellence: Lotus School for Excellence is a K-12, college-prep public charter school with a S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) focus. All employees at Lotus School for Excellence (LSE) work together to create academic, social, and ethical leaders. The thoughts reflected in this description provide structure to the responsibilities and accountability for this position. However, LSE expects to employ professionals who will work beyond job descriptions, creating both a fulfilling career environment and successful outcomes for our students.

Position Summary: The 6th Grade Integrated Science teacher will provide 6th grade students with engaging, inquiry-based learning activities and hands‑on experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, physical, and social growth. Deliver and adapt an integrated science curriculum covering Earth science, life science, and physical science topics aligned with standards. Create exceptional outcomes and opportunities for 6th grade students in collaboration with grade‑level teams, interventionists, and department staff under the direction of the Secondary Assistant Principal.

Must Haves:

• A strong passion for STEAM education and diverse student populations.
• Culturally responsive teaching aptitude for planning rich learning opportunities with student needs, interests, and readiness in mind.
• Data‑driven approach. You use data to make instructional moves that improve or enhance student learning.
• Passion for hands‑on, inquiry‑based scientific exploration and laboratory safety.
• Experience with diverse populations and Title One schools.

Instruction:

• Plan and deliver interactive, inquiry‑based scientific instruction that integrates concepts across Earth, Life, and Physical Sciences.
• Design, organize, and safely manage laboratory investigations, hands‑on activities, and classroom experiments.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers and interventionists to modify regular curricula as needed and accommodate diverse learning styles, ELL students, and students with IEP/504 plans.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student understanding and use results to plan instructional activities and provide timely, constructive feedback.
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques, digital tools, and educational technology in the teaching/learning process to support S.T.E.A.M. integration.

Culture:

• Establish systems, routines, and safety procedures in order to create a safe, purposeful, and welcoming laboratory and classroom environment focused on learning.
• Communicate regularly and often with families to both solicit their input and share student social and academic progress.
• Provide supervision of students during before and after‑school activities (arrival, dismissal, breakfast, lunch, and break).
• Own the success and achievement of all scholars in the school.

Student Growth and Development:

• Attend and participate in weekly staff meetings.
• Participate in regular team meetings and content‑based department meetings.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Analyze student data to inform instruction, track student growth, and adapt teaching methods.

Education and Related Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Science Education, Middle School Education, or related field
• Experience with charter schools or S.T.E.A.M.‑focused programs (preferred)
• Previous middle school science teaching experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations or Certification:

• A valid Colorado Teacher License (initial, professional, or alternative) with a Middle School Science or Science endorsement (Grades 6–8)-Preferred

Condition of Employment: As a condition of employment, the individual selected for this position will be expected to complete the APS‑sponsored Linguistically Diverse Educator (LDE) Certificate Program within the first three years of employment. New hires are expected to begin this program during the 2026‑2027 school year.

Reports to: Secondary Principal

Job Type: Full‑time (186‑day schedule)

Compensation and Benefits:

• $59,000 - $92,000 / year (BOE)
• Participation in CO PERA program, including a PERA 401k contribution option
• Funding of 100% of individual medical benefits and a wide range of insurance plans
• Approximately 9 weeks of summer vacation, 4 weeks of school holidays/vacations, and 8 days of PTO annually

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)
• Science Teaching Endorsement (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full‑time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Teacher license (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Position Type: Full‑Time
Salary: $59,000 to $92,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Kelly Hamm
• Email: [e-mail]

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