Science Teacher - Limited Term

Mission & Core Values

It is essential that all employees of Pueblo School District 60 understand our mission is to provide a high‑quality education that assures each student the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to lead a life of purpose and impact. Employees support the community and thrive in connecting with our students by embracing the core values of the district:

• We believe that the success of every student is our most important commitment.
• We believe that collaboration and engagement with our community, parents, staff, and students are essential to our success.
• We believe that we must act with integrity, celebrate diversity, and promote equity.
• We believe that each individual must be treated with dignity and respect.
• We believe that the social and emotional well‑being of our students is as important as their academic needs.
• We believe that it is our responsibility to provide a safe, positive, and supportive environment for our students and staff.
• We believe that our community heritage, traditions, and history should inform our response to future student and district needs.

Science Teacher - Limited Term

165 days

Teaching and Learning Services

School Principal

Teacher Salary Schedule

Fringe Benefits based on PEA Negotiated Agreement

FLSA Status:
Exempt

The Pueblo District 60 Innovation Zone consists of seven unique schools that provide educators with the opportunity to engage in teaching and learning that is equally challenging and rewarding.

• Create genuine and meaningful relationships with students.
• Recognize that each student is unique and believe that every student can be successful.
• Engage with colleagues to design and implement high‑quality instruction.
• Pioneer new ideas and approaches to teaching and learning that can be shared throughout the district.
• Adopt a growth mindset, overcome barriers, and remain persistent in their pursuit of student success.

• Collaborate with colleagues throughout their school and within the zone.
• Build community through professional development and social events and activities.
• Participate in additional zone‑specific "innovation days" during the school year.

The primary responsibility of the Science Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential; performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students.

• Valid Colorado Teaching License within 60 days from date of hire
• Science Endorsement or
• Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options:
  • Endorsement on a Colorado teaching license
  • 36 semester credit hours applicable to content area - Science
  • Passing score on a State Board of Education approved content exam (currently the ETS Praxis Series)
  • Be eligible for a TiR or Alternative Licensing Program in content area
• Employee must complete a fingerprint‑based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

• 3‑5 years successful teaching as demonstrated by references, evaluations and student growth data
• Experience implementing effective literacy instruction including foundational skills and comprehension strategies
• Experience using Common Core State standards to plan instruction
• Experience with a blended learning model or a desire to learn
• Experience with AVID implementation or a desire to learn
• Experience in a Title I setting or low income setting
• Experience with Teach Like A Champion Strategies
• Successful experience implementing strong classroom routines and procedures demonstrated by references and evaluations
• Experience with STEM based educational philosophy and instructional…