Science Teacher

Thank you for your interest in joining DSST Public Schools for the 2027-28 school year! Please note that final interviews for these positions are expected to begin by February 2027. If you have questions or need to be considered on a different timeline, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Talent Team at humancapital . We're excited to learn more about you throughout the hiring process.

POSITION:
Science Teacher
GRADE LEVEL :
Hiring for both middle school and high school positions

LOCATION:

Multiple DSST Public Schools locations across Denver and Aurora, Colorado. View current openings. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not yet listed, as additional opportunities may become available throughout the hiring season.
SALARY: $60,000-$78,000 based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver!
STATUS:
Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position
START:
Late July 2027, beginning with new staff training. View the school-year calendar.

At DSST Public Schools, we envision a future where students actively shape their own scientific knowledge through hands‑on exploration, modeling, discussion, and real‑world problem‑solving. We believe science is more than learning facts‑it's a powerful way for students to understand the world, think critically, and address challenges in their communities.

As a Science Teacher , you'll create engaging, student‑centered learning experiences where students investigate scientific phenomena, develop models, construct evidence‑based explanations, and collaboratively make sense of the world around them. You'll use high-quality, standards‑aligned curriculum and work alongside fellow educators to ensure every student can thrive in science.

• Bring Science to Life:
  Engage students in hands‑on investigations, scientific inquiry, and meaningful problem‑solving that connects classroom learning to the real world.
• Teach with High‑Quality Curricul um:
  Use NGSS‑aligned instructional resources, including Open Sci Ed  at participating campuses, that emphasize student thinking, collaboration, and scientific sense‑making.
• Join a Community of Growing Educators:
  Collaborate with fellow Science Teachers and receive regular instructional coaching, actionable feedback, and professional development to continuously strengthen your practice.

At DSST, students don't just learn scientific concepts‑they actively investigate phenomena, develop models, construct explanations, and use evidence to make sense of the world. Our Science classrooms emphasize inquiry, collaboration, and hands‑on learning aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

Explore Science Through Inquiry:
Teach integrated Science using the Open Sci Ed  curriculum, where students investigate real‑world phenomena, develop models, and build scientific understanding through hands‑on exploration and discussion.
Collaborate Across Disciplines:
Many Science Teachers co‑teach alongside English Language Development (ELD) teachers, integrating academic language development into rigorous Science instruction. Explore Our Middle School Science & ELD Co‑Teaching Model

Teach in Your Science Specialty:
Teach Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, including AP‑level courses where offered, based on your content expertise and campus needs.
Deepen Scientific Thinking :
Guide students through increasingly complex investigations, scientific modeling, data analysis, and evidence‑based…