Physics Teacher

Science Teacher

DSST is seeking passionate science teachers committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment where students actively engage in scientific inquiry, hands-on exploration, and sense-making. Teachers will guide students in shaping their own scientific knowledge through modeling, articulate explanations, and practical applications. Emphasizing inclusivity and equity, teachers will ensure that all students, regardless of background, have the opportunity to thrive. Aligned with NGSS and best practices in literacy and math, teachers will create a rigorous, student-centered learning experience that equips students with the skills to tackle complex issues in their communities.

Middle School Curriculum:

• 6-8th Grade:
  Integrated NGSS Science Curriculum

High School Course Offerings:

• Physics and/or AP Physics
• Chemistry and/or AP Chemistry
• Biology and/or AP Biology
• Various Science Electives

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content:
  Utilize DSST's curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous grade level aligned content to 3-5 classes daily depending on campus and content area. DSST prioritizes curriculum that centers the cultures and histories of underrepresented and marginalized communities.
• Track and Support Student Growth:
  Prioritize students' intellectual growth by holding high expectations for academic success including monitoring and assessing the performance of all students through a variety of assessment tools and resources to guide instruction and support individual student proficiency.
• Promote Positive Culture:
  Employ DSST culture and support systems while validating students' cultural identities. Actively promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture. Cultivate and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
• Pursue Professional Development:
  Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Contribute to School Community:
  Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc.

The Person:

We value staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, and ideas. Our most successful employees share the following characteristics:

• An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals.
• A proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance your teaching practice.

Qualifications:

• Minimum:
  Bachelor's Degree in any field. Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications.
• Ideal:
  Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students. A Colorado teaching credential is preferred but not required for most opportunities.

At DSST Public Schools, we are proud to achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students — 97% of whom attend a Green (top-rated) school. Just as important is how we achieve them: values-centered, human-focused, and together.

Our Impact:

• 100% of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or a postsecondary program
• 15 of 16 schools rated Green on the 2024–25 SPF
• 9 out of 10 DSST families would recommend DSST to a friend
• 95%+ of staff say their managers check in regularly and care about them as people

Why Work at DSST?

• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits:
  Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator-focused mental-health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts.
• Growth & Opportunity:
  Weekly 1:1 coaching, data-driven feedback, and clear career pathways such as Apprentice Teacher and Emerging Leader.
• Rewards & Recognition:
  Core Value and TOAST Awards, milestone celebrations, and the signature Flower Person Award honoring staff who help our community flourish.
• Whole Human Wellness:
  Access to the Therapist of Color Collaborative, Wellness Wednesdays, comprehensive health coverage, and six weeks of paid parental leave.
• Thriving in Colorado:
  Time to recharge with 11+ weeks off each year, relocation…