TEACHER, SECONDARY (HIGH) - SCIENCE, 9TH-12TH GRADE, BILINGUAL SPANISH REQUIRED

About the role

The ELA-S Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality, differentiated instruction to students whose primary language is Spanish. The role focuses on fostering English language acquisition while supporting academic achievement across subjects in an inclusive and supportive learning environment. This position combines language instruction with core subject teaching, helping students to develop both language skills and content knowledge needed for success in school and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Help all students develop competence and confidence simultaneously through a balance of acquiring basic skills and developing conceptual understanding.
• Monitor, supervise, coordinate and enforce rule of conduct and behavior for assigned students, and reinforce positive student behaviors in accordance with school and District policy.
• Observe, evaluate, report and record students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Communicate with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Prepare educational course outlines, objectives and materials according to curriculum guidelines or state and local requirements.
• Present subject matter to students, using various teaching methods and technology, adjusting teaching style and method to meet student learning style.
• May participate in extra-duty activities as outlined in the teachers' collective bargaining agreement.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required. A Master's Degree is only required for Concurrent Enrollment positions.
• Have a valid Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license. Click here for additional information regarding specific requirements and qualifications for the various subject areas.
• ELA-S (teaching in both Spanish and English) positions, candidates are required to take the Spanish language proficiency (SLP) exam, proctored by Berlitz Testing. Click here for more information.
• Must be Bilingual in Spanish and English Required.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Qualifications

• Competitive Teacher Compensation and Procomp Incentive plan, click here for the DCTA Teacher and SSP Salary Schedule.
• Additional Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement.

Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and assessment techniques.
• Knowledge of current best practices in language acquisition and literacy development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Retirement plan (PERA).
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

Pay

Salary range for this position is TBD based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is full-time and works a standard school year schedule.