Elementary Art Teacher (2025 - 2026)

About Stem School Highlands Ranch

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 free Charter School in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us on our goal to redefine limits and unleash potential. 

Our Commitment to Diversity:

STEM School Highlands Ranch is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, religion, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status. We strive to maintain a work environment free from unlawful harassment and discrimination.

Our Core Beliefs:

1. Create an environment of respect and success.
2. Nurture unlimited human potential.
3. Leverage the power of collaboration.
4. Optimize resources.
5. Impact the world ethically and positively.
6. Reinvent and adapt.

What We Expect:

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we expect our team members to be agile learners who design thoughtful and engaging initiatives that ensure maximum impact and engagement.

What You Can Expect:

You will join a community of committed professionals who engage in constant collaboration and innovation to nurture unlimited potential for both students and staff.

Benefits:

STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Elementary Art Teacher to inspire young learners through engaging, hands-on visual arts experiences. The ideal candidate will create a positive innovative, multi faceted, skill oriented art program, to build curiosity in primary age students with an appreciation of the visual arts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Instruction and Curriculum Development:
• • Utilize our instructional model of problem-based learning (PBL) to plan and implement an engaging, standards-based art curriculum for elementary students.
  • Develop and implement a variety of art techniques, materials, and styles, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media.
  • Develop and adapt lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Foster creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression through student-centered learning experiences.
  • Integrate art history, cultural awareness, and interdisciplinary connections into lessons.
• Student Assessment and Support:
• • Ensure the success of all students by continually assessing student progress toward mastery of standards through learning opportunities and demonstrations of knowledge.
  • Provide timely feedback to students and parents and/or guardians to support academic progress and growth.
  • Provide accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all students. 
• Classroom Management:
• • Establish a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Responsible for managing student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing routines and procedures, maintaining discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.
  • Promote active participation and maintain discipline in accordance with school policies.
  • Establish and maintain positive communication with parents a