POSITION: Science Teacher
GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for both middle school and high school positions
LOCATION: Hiring at multiple locations. You can view the current openings at this link. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not listed as we will be posting new roles throughout the year. If you'd like to apply through text, click here .
SALARY: $60,000-$78,000 based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver!
STATUS: Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position
START: First day of new staff training at the end of July. You can view the current School Year Calendar here .
THE ROLE
DSST is seeking passionate science teachers committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in scientific inquiry, hands-on exploration, and sense-making. Teachers will guide students in shaping their own scientific knowledge through modeling, articulate explanations, and practical applications. Emphasizing inclusivity and equity, teachers will ensure that all students, regardless of background, have the opportunity to thrive. Aligned with NGSS and best practices in literacy and math, teachers will create a rigorous, student-centered learning experience that equips students with the skills to tackle complex issues in their communities.
Middle School Curriculum:
6-8th Grade: Integrated NGSS Science Curriculum
High School Course Offerings:
Physics and/or AP Physics
Chemistry and/or AP Chemistry
Biology and/or AP Biology
Various Science Electives
We will inquire about your grade level and campus specific preference at the time of interview.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content: Utilize DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous grade level aligned content to 3-5 classes daily depending on campus and content area. DSST prioritizes curriculum that centers the cultures and histories of underrepresented and marginalized communities.
Track and Support Student Growth: Prioritize students’ intellectual growth by holding high expectations for academic success including monitoring and assessing the performance of all students through a variety of assessment tools and resources to guide instruction and support individual student proficiency.
Promote Positive Culture: Employ DSST culture and support systems while validating students’ cultural identities. Actively promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture. Cultivate and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
Pursue Professional Development: Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Contribute to School Community: Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc. Explore more potential duties here .
THE PERSON
We value staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, and ideas. Our most successful employees share the following characteristics:
An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals.
A proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance your teaching practice.
Qualifications:
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in any field. Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications (see qualification options here ).
Ideal: Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students. A Colorado teaching credential is preferred but not required for most opportunities.
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