Middle School Science Teacher

Middle School Science Teacher Mancos School District Region 6 Mancos Middle School - Mancos, Colorado Job Details Job ID: 5557859 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Mar 13, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Position Type: Full-time Job Description Mancos School District, nestled in southwest Colorado's Four Corners region between Durango and Cortez, is a small, diverse rural district serving approximately 500 PK-12 students. We operate on a four-day school week with bi-monthly professional learning Fridays, emphasizing community, innovation, and balance. Our focus is on knowing, supporting, and challenging every student to explore their interests and achieve their best. Staff thrives in a culture of trust and teamwork, supported by a collaborative leadership committed to growth. Surrounded by outdoor recreation, rich history, and a caring community, Mancos is a place to belong. Join us to make a difference in students' lives. Responsible for developing healthy students and community: A Mancos School District Middle School Science Teacher cultivates a warm and welcoming learning environment and is responsible for building a culture of trust, belonging, and social-emotional safety. The teacher is responsible for fostering a classroom where taking risks is encouraged while ensuring every student feels respected and empowered. To support this growth, the teacher actively engages families as essential partners, maintaining open communication and involving them in the celebration of their child’s growth and learning. Responsible for creating an engaging learning environment: A Mancos School District Middle School Science Teacher is a “designer of learning” who moves beyond a traditional approach to create an active, engaging learning environment. The teacher will work closely with colleagues to facilitate immersive learning that connects core subjects to real-world challenges, guiding students to investigate, analyze, and create. By acting as a mentor and coach, the teacher provides the scaffolding and feedback necessary for students to meet and exceed grade-level standards and produce high-quality work. Through data-informed instruction, the teacher consistently assesses progress to ensure every student is supported in reaching their full potential. The Middle School Science Teacher is one of three science teachers in the Secondary School. Job Requirements Successful job performance requires individuals to satisfactorily fulfill each essential duty listed below. Accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Utilize effective teaching practices to teach the adopted curriculum for assigned grades and subjects so that students attain the adopted grade/course expectations and standards. Modify and tailor the curriculum as necessary to address individual student differences, learning styles, and student abilities while ensuring access to grade-level standards. Instruct with district-adopted materials and utilize supplemental classroom materials, media, and teaching appropriate for assigned levels and subjects. Incorporate and adhere to an inquiry-based, project-based learning approach, when appropriate, providing students with real-world, hands-on experiences to enhance their understanding of new concepts and allow for productive struggle. Foster a safe and respectful classroom environment that cultivates a love of learning and supports student success through effective behavior management and social-emotional development strategies. Exercise open and respectful communication with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff. Create and keep records on attendance, accidents, incidents, and other noteworthy events in accordance with licensing guidelines and program policies. Demonstrate a growth mindset by engaging in top-tier professional development and actively contributing to the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and the adoption of innovative strategies. Attend parent conferences and project-based learning exhibitions. Demonstrate content knowledge and educational best practices to support student learning. Meet all legal requirements, including timelines for professional practices such as, but not limited to, IEPs, ICAPs, 504, and RtI. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant content area from an accredited university Teaching credential/certificate/license for the corresponding age/grade level Master’s degree preferred.

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Excellent interpersonal skills and oral and written communication skills Strong decision-making, analytical, and organizational skills Ability to work with students with diverse needs at various levels Ability to work and build positive relationships with school staff, families, and youth Ability to communicate and coordinate with a variety of school and community groups Commitment to collaborating and progress monitoring with colleagues and partners to achieve desired results Be flexible and adaptable to a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency Ability to interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team environment Maintain confidentiality of student information and records in compliance with confidentiality laws, including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid Colorado Teaching Certificate Must have a valid driver’s license Must pass various pre-employment background screenings, required at entry

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

Operating knowledge of and experience with computers Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Student information systems REPORTING RELATIONSHIP AND DIRECTION/GUIDANCE: Reports to: Building Principal. Direct Reports: Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom, in the hallways, on the playground, getting on and off the bus, at recess, during lunch, and to and from classes. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Please do NOT contact this employer regarding job postings that have closed. EEO Statement The Mancos School District RE-6 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or need for special education services in admission or access to, or treatment of employment in its educational programs or activities. Mancos School District RE-6 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and complies with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mancosre6