STEM Elective Teacher (2027-2028 School Year)

Denver School of Science and Technology; Denver (CO); In loco; USD 60.000 - 78.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Relocation stipend (75+ miles from DEN

Benefits eligible

Descrizione del lavoro

Denver School of Science and Technology is seeking a High School STEM Elective Teacher for the 2027-28 school year across multiple Denver and Aurora campuses. The role focuses on delivering engaging, project-based STEM instruction to grades 9–12 and preparing students for college and STEM careers.

You will plan rigorous, culturally responsive lessons, assess student learning, collaborate with colleagues, and participate in school-wide initiatives.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Demonstrated STEM content knowledge in the area you would teach.
• Commitment to educational equity and student-centered instruction.
• Willingness to engage in ongoing professional growth.

Mansioni

• Deliver engaging, rigorous instruction across approximately 3–5 classes daily.
• Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning that applies STEM concepts to real-world challenges.
• Assess student learning and use data to inform instructional decisions.
• Foster an inclusive, supportive classroom culture and strong relationships with students and families.
• Collaborate with colleagues through regular coaching, feedback, and professional development.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives and potential advisory or tutoring duties.

Conoscenze

Belief in student potential

Equity-focused instruction

Collaboration

Professional growth

Project-based learning

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in any field

Colorado teaching credential (preferred)

Descrizione del lavoro

Thank you for your interest in joining DSST Public Schools for the 2027-28 school year! Please note that final interviews for these positions are expected to begin by February 2027. We're excited to learn more about you throughout the hiring process!

POSITION: High School STEM Elective Teacher

GRADE LEVEL: High School (Grades 9-12)

LOCATION: Multiple DSST Public Schools locations across Denver and Aurora, Colorado. View current openings. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not yet listed, as additional opportunities may become available throughout the hiring season.

SALARY: $60,000-$78,000 based on up to 10 years of aligned experience. We also offer a relocation stipend for candidates moving from 75 miles or more outside Denver!

STATUS: Full-time, school-year, benefits-eligible, exempt, in-person position

START: Late July 2027, beginning with new staff training. View the school-year calendar.

Inspire the Next Generation of STEM Innovators!

At DSST Public Schools, we believe students learn best when they connect classroom learning to real-world challenges. Our STEM Elective Teachers bring learning to life through engaging, project-based experiences that build critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

As a High School STEM Elective Teacher , you'll help students explore their interests, develop technical skills, and apply their learning to real challenges facing industries and communities. You'll build strong relationships with students while preparing them for future STEM education, careers, and opportunities.

High School STEM Elective Pathways

• Computer Science
• Bioscience
• Engineering
• Entrepreneurial Studies
• Financial Literacy

At DSST, the STEM journey begins in middle school, where students explore a variety of STEM disciplines through hands-on, project-based learning in our STEM Lab courses. In high school, students have the opportunity to dive deeper into the pathway that interests them most, developing specialized skills, engaging in real-world challenges, and working toward a STEM certificate that can help prepare them for college and future careers.

Why Teach STEM at DSST?

Explore how our students bring STEM learning to life through hands-on projects, innovative thinking, and real-world experiences.

Explore Our High School STEM Pathways : Discover how students build technical skills and prepare for future careers.

See Our 2026 STEM & Creative Core Showcase : Check out student projects, engineering designs, and creative innovations.

Meet a Future Engineer : See how a DSST student's passion for STEM is shaping our future.

What You'll Do:

• Deliver Engaging, Rigorous Instruction : Use DSST curriculum resources to plan and teach culturally responsive, grade-level-aligned lessons across approximately 3-5 classes daily, depending on campus and content area.
• Create Meaningful Learning Experiences : Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning that helps students apply STEM concepts to real-world challenges.
• Support Student Growth : Assess student learning, monitor progress, and use data to adapt instruction and support individual student needs.
• Build a Positive Classroom Culture : Foster strong relationships with students and families while creating an inclusive, supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate & Grow Professionally : Engage in regular coaching, feedback, professional development, and collaboration to strengthen your teaching practice.
• Contribute to Your School Community : Participate in schoolwide initiatives and additional responsibilities, which may include advisory, tutoring, or student recruitment. Explore more potential duties here.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any field.
• Demonstrated content knowledge in the STEM area you would teach, meeting applicable in-field qualifications. Learn more about qualification options.
• A strong belief in every student's ability to succeed and pursue ambitious postsecondary goals.
• A commitment to educational equity, student-centered instruction, and continuous professional growth.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching, mentoring, or working with high school students.
• Professional or academic experience in Computer Science, Bioscience, Engineering, Entrepreneurial Studies, or Financial Literacy.
• Experience with project-based learning, applied STEM instruction, or real-world industry partnerships.
• Experience supporting students from diverse backgrounds, including students of color, students with disabilities, and multilingual learners.
• Colorado teaching credential (preferred but not required for most opportunities).

We know great STEM teachers come from a variety of backgrounds and experiences! If you're passionate about your field and exc