Secondary Chemistry Teacher

About the role

STEM School Highlands Ranch is a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District committed to fostering an environment that respects, supports, and encourages continuous improvement. Our core values prioritize students, build a strong community, do right, embrace innovation, take steady steps, lead with care, elevate the standard, and laugh together.

Benefits

STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retail benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service.

Position Overview

STEM School Highlands Ranch seeks a passionate, innovative, and student-centered Secondary Chemistry Teacher to inspire students through engaging, hands-on science instruction. The ideal candidate will foster curiosity, critical thinking, and scientific inquiry while creating a rigorous and supportive learning environment that prepares students for college, careers, and future opportunities in STEM fields.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging chemistry instruction using inquiry-based, project-based, and laboratory learning experiences.
• Develop lessons that encourage critical thinking, scientific reasoning, and real-world application of chemistry concepts.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of students.
• Maintain a safe laboratory environment and ensure compliance with all laboratory safety procedures.
• Absess student learning using a variety of formative and summative assessment methods and provide meaningful feedback.
• Build positive relationships with students while maintaining high expectations for academic achievement and character development.
• Collaborate with fellow educators to strengthen curriculum, interdisciplinary learning, and student outcomes.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
• Integrate instructional technology and innovative teaching practices to enhance student engagement.
• Participate in professional learning, department meetings, school events, and other duties that support the mission of the school.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Science Education, or a closely related field.
• Valid Colorado teaching license (or ability to obtain one) with an appropriate secondary science endorsement.
• Strong content knowledge in chemistry and effective instructional practices.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
• PREFERRED:
• Master's degree in Chemistry, Science Education, or a related field.
• Experience teaching secondary chemistry, including advanced coursework.
• Experience designing and facilitating laboratory-based instruction.
• Experience integrating technology into science education.
• Experience working in collaborative, innovative educational environments.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move quickly throughout the building and campus.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting.

Schedule

Day shift
Monday to Friday
School Year: 2026–2027 This position will remain open until filled, but will not be open past: July 31, 2026. #SJ2025 The pay range for this role is: 56,366 - 119,121 USD per year (Main)
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