Middle School Science Teacher - Noel Campus

Rocky Mountain Prep; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

An innovative educational organization in Denver is looking for a dedicated Teacher, Secondary (Middle) Science to provide rigorous instruction and foster an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating engaging lessons, monitoring student progress, and collaborating with other educators to enhance student outcomes. This full-time position offers a salary between $60,000 to $89,000 and includes health benefits and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) within the first year.
• Pass a background check.
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide rigorous instruction and maximize student outcomes.
• Foster relationships with families through engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum delivery.

Skills

Student engagement techniques

Data-driven instruction

Culturally responsive teaching

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree

Job description

Teacher, Secondary (Middle) Science, Multiple Campuses

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Overview

Role Mission: We seek a dedicated secondary science teacher to provide rigorous instruction to our students. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, supportive learning environment that promotes students asking questions and defining problems, planning and carrying out investigations, analyzing and interpreting data, using mathematical and computational thinking, constructing explanations and designing solutions, engaging in argument from evidence, and obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information as described in the Next Generation Science Standards. The science teacher will be an integral part of our educational team, working collaboratively to ensure the academic success of our students through the implementation of the RMP Science Academic Program & Resources.

Responsibilities

• Own student outcomes by setting high expectations, using data to guide your teaching, maximizing instructional time, re-teaching where needed, and promoting outstanding scholar growth and proficiency.
• Take ownership of your professional growth by actively engaging in regular coaching, being open to feedback, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Be consistently punctual and prepared for all lessons, coaching sessions, staff meetings, and other professional obligations (such as PD, parent-teacher conferences, etc).
• Build a strong, inclusive classroom culture where scholars thrive through proactive routines, culturally responsive structures, and restorative practices that foster belonging.
• Foster strong relationships with families through consistent communication, home visits, and engagement in school events, embracing each family\'s unique perspectives and promoting inclusion and diversity.
• Model and embody RMP’s PEAK values (Perseverance, Excellence, Adventure, and Kindness) in all interactions with scholars, families, and staff.
• Collaborate with colleagues, special education teachers, and support staff to deliver grade-level content and targeted interventions for all students.
• Participate in and contribute to school-wide initiatives, professional development, and student and staff recruitment efforts.
• Support school operations by assisting with daily duties such as arrival, dismissal, and lunch, ensuring a smooth, safe, and organized learning environment.

• Consistently use the Intellectual Preparation Protocol to internalize curricular materials at the unit and daily lesson level.
• Collaborate with their instructional coach to improve lesson plans and facilitation based on regular, frequent feedback.
• Be a continuous learner of strong science pedagogy and research.
• Challenge students with curricular tasks that encourage scientific thinking and let them take the lead in their learning.
• Align all lessons to the Next Generation Science Standards and implement practices that promote understanding of grade-level science content.
• Manage lab materials and work within CDE Science Safety Regulations for storage and use in class.
• Implement network intervention strategies based on student data that support students with unfinished learning.
• RMP is fast-paced and data-driven. Your role combines clear expectations but also requires flexibility to adapt and contribute to our evolving Concept Essence.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (any subject)

Other Requirements

• Within the first year of employment, it’s required to complete CDE READ Act training or CDE Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) -45 contact hours
• Pass a background check
• Demonstrate Eligibility to work in the United States
• We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: Full-time position with a salary range of $60,000 to $89,000, based on experience and qualifications.
• Benefits: Includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision), disability insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, and paid time off.

Why RMP?

We are Rocky Mountain Prep, a movement comprised of incredible educators, families, scholars, and advocates who are changing the face of public education in Colorado by democratizing college access and preparation for historically marginalized students and families. On paper, we are a network of twelve college preparatory charter schools in the Denver metro area serving students as young as twelve weeks through twelfth grade.

But we are so much more than this.

You are joining a movement at Rocky Mountain Prep, not just a school. Here, you’ll benefit from impactful development and coaching in a community that embraces feedback and prioritizes continuous growth. At RMP, love and high expectations work in tandem, with every staff member dedicated to ensuring our students receive the opportunities they deserve.

RMP is an equal-opportunity employer. We seek applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.