Science Teacher - Anticipated

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

Job summary

Harrison School District 2 in Colorado Springs is seeking qualified teachers for the 2026-2027 school year. This pool of applicants may be assigned to district-wide vacancies, depending on need and licensure.

Responsibilities include delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, aligning with curriculum, maintaining a safe classroom environment, and collaborating with colleagues. Applicants must hold Colorado teaching license with endorsement and complete background checks.

Qualifications

• possess or be eligible to receive Colorado Teaching License with appropriate endorsement.
• 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 ESSA "highly qualified" status.
• Transcripts required.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

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.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication skills

Student motivation

Education

Colorado Teaching License with endorsement

ENDORSEMENT in content area; PLACE or Praxis or 24 sem credits

Transcripts required

Criminal background check and fingerprinting required

Job description

For School Year 2026-2027

184- Work Day Calendar

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

Click on the following link to view the full salary range on the License Salary Schedule: https://www.hsd2.org/our-district/financial-transparency

*This job post is for a pool of applicants for anticipated vacancies District Wide, location TBD.

Job Summary:

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 with appropriate endorsement.
• 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.

FLSA:Exempt