Science Teacher - Middle School Anticipated

Harrison School District 2; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 50,439 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrison School District 2 in Colorado Springs is seeking a qualified teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position offers an annual salary of $50,439, with opportunities for salary placement based on experience and education. Responsibilities include creating an engaging classroom environment, motivating students, developing lesson plans, and supervising students. Candidates must possess or be eligible for a Colorado Teaching License and meet other qualifications. Join us to support student development in a positive learning setting.

Qualifications

• Possess or be eligible to receive Colorado Teaching License.
• Endorsed in the content area with required test scores.
• Transcripts and background check needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Classroom management

Student engagement

Effective communication

Lesson planning

Knowledge of curriculum goals

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.