Teacher, Middle School English

MAPLETON PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 129,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Middle English teacher for Global Intermediate Academy in Denver, CO. The role requires a Colorado teaching license with an English endorsement and a commitment to standards-based, inquiry-based, project-based instruction.

The position offers a 190-day calendar, and a salary range of $63,301–$128,842 per year. The candidate will collaborate with a diverse team to foster student learning and action.

Qualifications

• Colorado teaching license with an appropriate English endorsement required.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

Responsibilities

• Build a safe, trusting, and collaborative community with students and families.
• Mentor and serve as a student advocate on a two-year loop.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding students' academic and social-emotional needs.
• Guide students through internship experiences and facilitate meetings with mentors.
• Provide project planning support for two personal projects each year.
• Plan advisory activities to support social-emotional growth and community building.
• Support and monitor students' Individualized Learning Plans with weekly 1-on-1 meetings.
• Use data to direct planning and instruction.
• Collaborate with specialists to provide accommodations for content practice and assessment.
• Routinely assess student goals and progress and adjust instruction as needed.
• Create opportunities for learners with 504s, IEP, and GATES plans.
• Backwards instruction aligned to standards and goals.
• Set goals and meet with Instructional Coach/Director for professional growth.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven planning

Active pedagogy

Education

Colorado teaching license with English endorsement

Endorsement in Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education preferred

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Mapleton Public Schools

• Position Type:
  Middle School Level Teaching/ Language Arts
• Date Posted:
  11/9/2026
• Closing Date:
  11/16/2026

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. [phone], or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

LICENSED VACANCY
Position is for the 2026-2027 school year

POSITION: Teacher, Middle English
LOCATION: 7480 Broadway, Bldg 3, Denver, CO 80221- Global Intermediate Academy
PAY RANGE:$63,301- $128,842 Annual Salary
CALENDAR:190 Days
REPORTS TO:School Director/Principal
SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:

Global Intermediate Academy is an Internationally focused school on the Broadway Campus. Students have access to courses in design technology, physical education, visual arts, and performing arts. Students also participate in a variety of athletic and academic clubs, including the National Junior Honor Society. Academic success is made possible by strong parent support and community engagement. GIA staff work alongside parents in making learning meaningful for students, and helping students realize and celebrate their contributions to the world by continuing to ask the question, "How are you taking action today?"

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:

In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Colorado teaching license with an appropriate English endorsement required.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, *or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework. *

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCES:

• Deep understanding of Colorado Model Content Standards and the Grade Level Expectations in all grade level expectations for Reading, Writing & Communications areas.
• Desire to grow professionally, be reflective, and seek out new opportunities.
• Experience using multiple formative and summative assessments to determine students' level of proficiency provides feedback to students, and to create flexible groups for differentiated instruction.
• Experience using a wide range of effective instructional practices (active pedagogy) including inquiry-based instruction, to give students support and multiple opportunities needed to meet or exceed standards.
• Experience designing and/or collaborating on standards-based learning experiences, including identifying and preparing course materials, which supports student's skill development in science, especially related to cross content course work.
• Experience with developing problem-based instruction and project-based learning.
• Required participation in Mapleton's Secondary Constructing Institute (course options will be provided throughout the year)

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Build a safe, trusting, and collaborative community with students and their families that allows them to contribute positively to the school community.
• Mentor and serve as a student advocate on a two-year loop.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding students' academic and social and emotional needs.
• Guide students through meaningful internship experiences and commute to facilitate meetings with internship mentors.
• Provide project planning support for students' two personal projects each year.
• Plan advisory activities with grade level teams that support social-emotional growth and community building.
• Support and monitor student's Individualized Learning Plan through weekly 1 on 1 meetings.
• Use data to direct planning and instruction.
• Collaborate extensively with specialists to provide appropriate accommodation for content practice and assessment.
• Routinely assess student goals and progress and make appropriate instructional adjustments necessary to support personal growth.
• Create opportunities for learning that simultaneously support students with 504's, IEP, GATES plans and more.
• Utilize standards to backward instruction.
• Goal set and meet regularly with Instructional Coach and/or Director to support professional growth.

TRAINING:

• Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public-school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination, and bullying. Completing these mandatory Title IX training courses ensure we are meeting state requirements while continuing to foster a culture of safety and belonging across our schools.
• You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS