Secondary Engineering Teacher

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.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an innovative and passionate Secondary Engineering Teacher to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing an engaging engineering curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on learning in a collaborative classroom environment. You will inspire students to explore engineering concepts, applications, and career paths, equipping them with essential skills for academic and future professional success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan & Implement Engineering Lessons: Develop and deliver standards-aligned, problem-based lessons that engage students in foundational engineering concepts and applications.
• Create Interactive Learning Experiences: Design lessons that incorporate real-world engineering challenges to foster creativity, analytical thinking, and practical application of engineering principles.
• Monitor & Assess Student Progress: Track student growth toward mastery of engineering standards and provide regular feedback on progress and achievements to both students and parents.
• Provide Supportive Accommodations: Adapt lessons and provide modifications to ensure success for all students, including those with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with Colleagues: Work with other teachers and staff to deepen content knowledge, enhance teaching practices, and create interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Preferred Qualifications:
• • Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field
  • Experience with Learning Management Systems, Google Workspace, and engineering software/tools
  • Valid state teaching license with content knowledge in technology, engineering, or a related field

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting, five (5) to fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to stand/walk for ninety (90) minutes
• Ability to run short distances
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting 

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Part-time