Teacher, Middle School Social Studies

Mapleton Public Schools; Thornton, Denver (CO, CO); On-site; GBP 47,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Mapleton Public Schools in Colorado seeks a Middle School Social Studies teacher for Meadow Community School for the 2026-2027 year. The position requires a Colorado teaching license with a Social Studies endorsement and a commitment to equity and high expectations.

You will participate in professional development, implement Coalition of Essential Schools principles, maintain strong classroom management, and collaborate with data teams to interpret results and plan next steps, in a 190-day

Qualifications

• Colorado teaching license with Social Studies endorsement is required.
• Endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education is preferred or willingness to pursue.
• Experience with standards-based planning and exhibitions of student learning is desired.

Responsibilities

• Participating in professional development to support academic growth.
• Incorporating the 10 common principles from the Coalition of Essential Schools into all aspects of the school day.
• Implementing effective strategies for supporting positive student behavior.
• Establishing and maintaining effective classroom management.
• Participate in data-teams with teammate to interpret data and plan next steps.
• Delivering district and school initiatives with fidelity.
• Engaging in collaboration with all stakeholders to carry out the mission of the school.

Skills

Professional development participation

Positive student behavior strategies

Classroom management

Education

Colorado teaching license with Social Studies endorsement

Endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred

Job description

• Position Type: Middle School Level Teaching/ Social Studies
• Date Posted: 9/18/2026
• Location: Meadow Community School
• Closing Date: 09/25/2026

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

LOCATION:

9150 Monroe Street, Thornton, CO 80229 - Meadow Community School

PAY RANGE:

Licensed Salary Schedule, $63,301 - 128,842 Annual Salary

CALENDAR:

190 Days

SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW:

Meadow Community School is a PK-8 Nature and Science school grounded in ten common principles: 1) Learning to use one's mind well, 2) Less is more: depth over coverage, 3) Goals apply to all students, 4) Personalization, 5) Student-as-worker, teacher-as-coach, 6) Demonstration of mastery, 7) A tone of decency and trust., 8) Commitment to the entire school, 9) Resources dedicated to teaching and learning, and 10) Democracy and equity.

Meadow's strong and supportive relationship with the local community encourages students to explore the world, starting in their own backyard. In grades 6-8, students deepen their knowledge through Project Lead the Way courses, nationally recognized STEM curricula, for coding and robotics, flight and space, energy and the environment, computer science for innovators and makers, and more.

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 Social Studies endorsement required.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, *or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework. *

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS:

• Participating in professional development to support academic growth.
• Incorporating the 10 common principles from the Coalition of Essential Schools into all aspects of the school day.
• Implementing effective strategies for supporting positive student behavior.
• Establishing and maintaining effective classroom management.
• Participate in data-teams with teammate to interpret data and plan next steps.

Standard Two: Accountability

• Committing to using a variety of instructional deliveries including, but not limited to, cooperative learning, authentic assessments, and inquiry-based instruction.
• Demonstrating an understanding of and commitment to a standards-based system of planning and delivering instruction and assessment.
• Aligning intervention processes with standards and assessments established by the District and State.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of exhibitions of student learning.
• Delivering district and school initiatives with fidelity.
• Engaging in collaboration with all stakeholders to carry out the mission of the school.
• Collaborating with administrators, instructional guide, and colleagues to provide a responsive and supportive environment for all learners.

Standard Four: Equity and Diversity

• Demonstrating and holding high expectations for all students to succeed.
• Demonstrating a willingness and ability to meet the diverse needs of learners (including students with special needs, at-risk, linguistically, and culturally diverse) by adjusting curriculum and working cooperatively with other staff.
• Participating in research based professional development to enhance instructional practices.
• Required participation in Mapleton's Secondary Constructing Institute (course options will be provided throughout the year)

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