High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher

High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher (Education) High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher Victory Preparatory Academy Commerce City, CO Salary: $59,800–$66,600 annually Contract: 197 Days Schedule: 4-Day Student Week Inspire Scientific Thinking. Bring Learning to Life. Victory Preparatory Academy (VPA), a high-performing public charter school serving grades 6–12, is seeking an engaging and mission-driven High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher to join our award-winning team. You’ll teach traditional 9th-grade Biology and high school Chemistry through hands‑on laboratory experiences, scientific inquiry, and real‑world applications that prepare students for college, careers, and life. At Victory Prep, science is about more than memorizing facts—it's about helping students ask questions, investigate evidence, solve problems, and think critically. If you’re looking for a school where expectations are high, relationships matter, and teaching is purposeful, we’d love to meet you. Competitive Compensation Salary: $59,800–$66,600 based on education and experience $350 Sign-On Bonus Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Seven paid personal days annually Work-Life Balance 4-day student week Mondays dedicated to planning, collaboration, intervention, enrichment, and professional development A School Where Teachers Can Teach Cell phone-free classrooms Teach Like A Champion instructional model Strong instructional systems and coaching Dedicated time for lesson planning, laboratory preparation, and data analysis Responsibilities As our High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher, you will: Teach Biology and Chemistry aligned to Colorado Academic Standards Design engaging lessons, demonstrations, and laboratory investigations Foster scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving Teach laboratory safety, scientific measurement, data analysis, and scientific writing Maintain a safe and organized science laboratory Monitor student progress and communicate with families Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum, assessments, interventions, and instructional improvement Create a structured, respectful classroom focused on student achievement Qualifications Required: Valid Colorado Teaching License with Secondary Science endorsement OR 36 semester credit hours in Biology, Chemistry, or Science OR Passing score on the appropriate PRAXIS Science exam Strong Biology and Chemistry content knowledge Ability to safely conduct laboratory investigations Excellent communication and organizational skills Preferred: Previous secondary teaching experience Experience with laboratory science instruction Familiarity with Teach Like A Champion, Direct Instruction, or structured instructional models About Victory Preparatory Academy Victory Preparatory Academy is a tuition‑free public charter school serving grades 6–12 in Commerce City, Colorado. Recognized with the John Irwin Schools of Excellence Award and the Colorado Department of Education ELPA Excellence Award, VPA has maintained a Performance rating for more than a decade. Our mission is built on rigorous academics, strong relationships, character development, and the belief that every student can succeed. Located just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver, VPA offers the close‑knit culture of a small school with easy access to the Denver metro area. Victory Preparatory Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Salary Minimum: 59800Salary Maximum: 66600 #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Leadership Academy in