Teacher - Music - Elementary

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Job Posting Title:

Teacher - Music - Elementary (Apply directly with STEM schools - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Job Description:

At STEM School Highlands Ranch we put innovation in the center of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. We are a K-12 free Charter School in the Douglas County School District located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. Don't just read about our school; See what we do every day!

We believe:

1. Creating an environment of respect and success in an exponentially changing world.
2. Nurturing unlimited human potential.
3. Leveraging the power of collaboration through continuous inquiry and experimentation.
4. Optimizing resources and operations.
5. Impacting the world ethically and positively.
6. Relentlessly reinvent and adapt.

What we expect:

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we expect teachers to be agile learners who design thoughtful curriculum that ensures unlimited student engagement.

What you can expect:

A community of committed professionals who engage in constant collaboration and innovation in order to nurture unlimited teacher and student potential.

Position Specific Information (if Applicable):

As a teacher, you will be expected to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. You are challenged with new teaching methods and educational tools in an ever changing and strategic environment.

Requirements:

1. Plan and implement problem-based lessons based on state standards.
2. Create engaging lessons that integrate technology, science and engineering that also develop student critical thinking and problem solving skills.
3. Ensure the success of all students by continually assessing student progress toward mastery of standards and keep students and parents well informed of student progress.
4. Responsible for managing student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing routines and procedures, maintaining discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.
5. Establish and maintain positive communication with parents and/or guardians regarding student’s academic progress and behavior where appropriate.
6. Provide accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students.
7. Collaborate with grade levels for grade level community performances.
8. Collaborate with colleagues with the intent of deepening pedagogical content knowledge, improving teaching practices, and creating problem-based learning opportunities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution with a valid state teaching license and highly qualified content knowledge.
Experience with Learning Management Systems
Excel at organizational tasks that involve many people and variables. Thrive in a diverse, intellectually challenging, entrepreneurial environment.
Responsiveness: Follow up and follow through with students and faculty members is essential.
Knowledge and the ability to work with both Mac and PC, Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to stand/walk for ninety (90) minutes.
• Ability to run short distances.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting.

Schedule:

After school
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person

Salary range:

$50,182 - $107,346 annually (Full Time- 185 days/year)

Applications Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click here to complete the STEM School Highlands Ranch Employment Form. Please follow all instructions in the form in order to complete the process correctly. IMPORTANT: Please make sure to rename your files per the examples given in that section of the form. If you have questions about the form, please email careers@stemk12.org.

Responsibilities:

Certifications:
Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Skills:

Position Type: Charter School
Primary Location: STEM Elementary
One Year Only (Yes or No): No
Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40
FTE: 1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 185 Work Days (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)

Minimum Hire Rate:

$1.00 USD Annual

Maximum Hire Rate:

$75,000.50 USD Annual

Full Salary Range:

$1.00 USD - $150,000.00 USD Annual
All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans:

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: May 1, 2024.

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