Science Teacher - Prairie Middle School

Job Title
:
Science Teacher

FLSA Exemption Status
:
Exempt

Classification Group
:
Cherry Creek Education Association

Supervising Position
:
School Principal or designee

Pay Plan
:
Certified/Licensed

Pay Range
:
Certified/Licensed Salary Schedule

Last Updated
: 03/25/2025

Pay Information

Benefits Information

Develop coursework to support effective instruction of science at the school level. Effectively deliver instruction that promotes an exemplary educational program and ensures success for all students.

The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 30%
• 2. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, schedule, individualized programs of instruction for students, classroom materials and curriculum, lesson plans, and learning activities. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 20%
• 3. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students’ assignments and assessments. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 10%
• 4. Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 10%
• 5. Create a classroom environment that maximizes instructional opportunity, supervise the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 5%
• 6. Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 5%
• 7. Communicate students’ progress, needs, and eligibility with parents/guardians and other staff as needed. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 5%
• 8. Collaborate with teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 5%
• 9. Participate in department, team, building, and District meetings and discussions; student and/or family conferences; social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities; and professional growth opportunities. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 5%
• 10. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Frequency:
  Daily;
  Percentage of Time: 5%
• TOTAL 100%

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• Bachelor's degree
• Student teaching/practicum/internship experience that meets or exceeds Colorado's requirements
• Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license
• Appropriate CDE endorsements or equivalent in the content field – Elementary Education (grades K-6) for elementary assignments or Science (grades 6-12) for secondary assignments
• Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic classroom management and planning skills
• Basic organizational skills
• Intermediate verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations skills
• Ability to align curriculum and assessments with state content standards
• Ability to support programs designed to increase student achievement
• Ability to assume leadership in the development and communication of programs and curriculum
• Ability and desire to work as a team member
• Ability to actively participate in a Professional Learning Community
• Ability to understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse…