Teacher, High School English

Mapleton Public Schools•Denver, CO

About The Position

LICENSED VACANCY Position is for the 2026-2027 school year POSITION: Teacher, High School English LOCATION: 8970 York St., Thornton, CO 80229- Academy High School PAY RANGE: Licensed Salary Schedule, $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary CALENDAR: 190 Days REPORTS TO: School Director/Principal SCHOOL DESIGN OVERVIEW: At Academy High School (9-12), students are supported in developing powerful problem-solving and critical-thinking skills through coursework that exposes them to challenging engineering and biomedical courses. Students work to master core subjects with an emphasis on science, technology, math, and engineering, gaining technical skills they may apply in the real world. Academy High School also offers a Health Sciences Pathway as a part of the District's CTE program. The Academy CTE Health Sciences Pathway provides biology and anatomy foundational knowledge to support students interested in earning industry credentials in several career pathways including nurse practitioner positions, dental hygienist positions, and physical therapy aid positions. To learn more about the school culture, please visit Academy High School . 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.

Requirements

Colorado teaching license with an appropriate English endorsement required.

Nice To Haves

Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

Responsibilities

Have a commitment to raising achievement for all students, including English Language Learners and those who are performing below grade level.
Design and promote a rigorous culture of learning in the classroom and school with both students and staff.
Model and instill Habits of Mind to contribute to a supportive culture for all.
Demonstrate and model high expectations and successful relationship strategies for all students to succeed.
Design and deliver instructional plans based on the Colorado Academic Standards that are purposeful, engaging, and meet the differentiated needs of all students.
Use district-adopted curricular resources.
Conduct formative assessments that guide instruction.
Establish and document two-way communication with parents and students about their progress towards grade-level expectations.
Willingness to collaborate and seek solutions with colleagues.
Participate in professional development and apply new learning gained.
Demonstrate resilience in the face of challenges.
Other duties as assigned.