Social Studies Teacher- Salida High School Salida School District

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Work Schedule

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Professional Development & Support

Job summary

A local educational institution in Colorado is seeking a passionate Social Studies Teacher for Salida High School for the 26-27 school year. The ideal candidate will develop lesson plans, evaluate student performance, and maintain positive relationships with students. A valid Colorado Teaching License in Social Studies is required. Benefits include health insurance, a flexible work schedule, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado Teaching License with endorsement in Social Studies.
• Experience teaching high school students, preferably in Social Studies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience teaching high school Social Studies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital resources
• Knowledge of state and national standards
• Ability to design engaging lesson plans and adapt to diverse learners
• Willingness to work within department standards
• Experience using technology to support instruction
• Strong knowledge of state and national standards

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans aligned with Colorado state standards.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
• Monitor student performance and behavior to inform instruction.
• Design and conduct activities reflecting a well-rounded instructional program.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share strategies and support school culture.
• Stay organized to manage classroom responsibilities and planning.
• Contribute to district-wide curriculum development and instructional practices.

Skills

Teaching ability

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Proficiency in educational technology

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Organization

Education

Valid Colorado Teaching License

Bachelor's degree in Social Studies or Education

High school teaching experience

Job description

Job: Social Studies Teacher- Salida High School

**This position is for the 26-27 school year**

We’re looking for a passionate and collaborative Social Studies Teacher to join our high school team. This role is ideal for an educator who thrives in a supportive environment and is committed to helping students grow academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• 📝 Plan & Deliver Instruction
  Develop and implement daily lesson plans aligned with Colorado state standards to support student learning and growth.
• 👩🏫 Adapt Teaching Methods
  Instruct students both individually and in groups, tailoring approaches to meet diverse learning needs and styles.
• 📊 Monitor Student Progress
  Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, and social development to inform instruction and support.
• 📚 Create Balanced Learning Experiences
  Design and conduct activities that reflect a well-rounded instructional program for students from varied backgrounds and abilities.
• 🤝 Collaborate with Colleagues
  Work closely with fellow educators to share strategies, support student success, and contribute to a positive school culture.
• 🗂️ Stay Organized
  Maintain strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage classroom responsibilities and planning.
• 📘 Contribute to Curriculum Development
  Participate in district-wide initiatives to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.

REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Colorado Teaching License with an endorsement in Social Studies
• Ability to work with and create a positive rapport with students and the general public
• A commitment to continuing enhancement of the learning experience
• Perform other duties as appropriate in support of the high school program
• Experience teaching high school students, preferably in Social Studies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in using educational technology and digital resources
• Bachelor's degree in Social Studies, Education, or a related field but not required
• Demonstrate successful teaching experience with high school students as well as a personal commitment to constant improvement as a teacher
• A commitment to work within the philosophy, standards, curriculum, scope, and sequence of the Social Studies departments
• Experience using technology to support instruction
• Strong knowledge of state and national standards
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans and adapt teaching methods to diverse student needs

Why Join Salida School District?

The award-winning Salida School District is much more than a small rural mountain district. Salida Schools are recognized throughout the state as leaders and trendsetters in public education. With a philosophy of knowing every student by name and by need, the district’s six schools serve over 1,300 students from pre-K through 12th grade and are the heart of Chaffee County. The community is built on a dedication to education, business development, the arts and culture, as well as health and wellness, all of which are vital components of our community. Come see what makes Salida so special.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Professional Development & Support

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.