Math Teacher, Durango High School, 1.0 FTE

About the role

Durango School District is accepting applications for a Math Teacher to join the team at Durango High School in the 2026/2027 school year. Must meet CDE and ESSA requirements for In-Field Teacher in Secondary Math by the start date of the position. Includes Full benefit package and begins August 17, 2026. For the 26/27 SY, this position includes a $1800 one-time bonus!

Responsibilities

• Plan instruction and assessment aligned with District learner outcomes and State achievement standards.
• Supervise assigned students and maintains a positive learning environment.
• Adapt instruction to meet the individual learning needs of all students resulting in an increased probability of advancing their achievement.
• Model, promote, and provide instruction related to character education including citizenship and responsible behavior (respect for self, other and property), bullying prevention, conflict resolution skills, and responsible work habits and ethics.
• Implement student IEP's, 504 Plans, and Behavior Support Plans as outlined.
• Attend meetings pertaining to student IEP's and 504's as requested.
• Provide updates on student performance to case managers as requested.
• Provide safety instruction for students when the subject, activities, chemicals, product, tools and/or equipment pose possible harm or injury to students including use of personal protective devices (protective eye devices, safe clothing) and assure that students adhere to safety requirements.
• Maintain an orderly, positive learning environment free from disruptive behavior by implementing proactive classroom management strategies and enforcing the Student Conduct Code.
• Supervise students to minimize any possibility of violent behavior and to minimize potential accidents.
• Maintain an ongoing relationship with families for the purposes of sharing information regarding the student's educational program and assisting the family in cooperatively improving the student's home and school relationship.
• Develops and promotes good relations among the school community: parents, staff, administration and other community members.
• When determined necessary, work with the IEP Team to assist with the development of behavior support plans, health plans, safety plans, and/or crisis plans.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's degree of related subject from accredited university.
• Colorado Teaching License with endorsements for the levels and subject areas teaching.
• Pass the PLACE or PRAXIS II Test.
• Meet CDE and ESSA requirements for In-Field Teacher.
• May be required to complete CPI training depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal relations and oral and written communication skills.
• Strong decision making, analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with students with diverse needs at various levels.
• Ability to develop and implement engaging lessons that facilitate student mastery of the Colorado Academic Standards.
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to promote and follow Board and District policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Ability to utilize formative and summative assessments to access student learning.
• Ability to implement IEP's, 504's, and behavior support plans.