Teacher, High School Social Studies

Teacher, High School Social Studies Position Type: Secondary Teaching/ Social Studies Date Posted: 4/7/2026 Location: Academy High School AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. View phone number on click.appcast.io, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204. Position Overview At Academy High School (9-12), students are supported in developing powerful problem-solving and critical‑thinking skills through coursework that exposes them to challenging engineering and biomedical courses. Students work to master core subjects with an emphasis on science, technology, math and engineering, gaining technical skills they may apply in the real world. Academy High School also offers a Health Sciences Pathway as part of the District's CTE program. WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality and value. QUALIFICATIONS Colorado teaching license with an appropriate Social Studies endorsement required. Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCES Deep understanding of Colorado Model Content Standards and the Grade Level Expectations in all grade level expectations for Reading, Writing & Communications areas. Desire to grow professionally, be reflective and seek out new opportunities. Experience using multiple formative and summative assessments to determine students' level of proficiency, provide feedback to students, and create flexible groups for differentiated instruction. Experience using a wide range of effective instructional practices (active pedagogy) including inquiry‑based instruction, to give students support and multiple opportunities needed to meet or exceed standards. Experience designing and/or collaborating on standards‑based learning experiences, including identifying and preparing course materials, which supports students' skill development in science, especially related to cross‑content coursework. Experience with developing problem‑based instruction and project‑based learning. Required participation in Mapleton's Secondary Constructing Institute (course options will be provided throughout the year). JOB RESPONSIBILITIES / REQUIREMENTS Build a safe, trusting, and collaborative community with students and their families that allows them to contribute positively to the school community. Mentor and serve as a student advocate on a two‑year loop. Communicate regularly with parents regarding students' academic and social and emotional needs. Guide students through meaningful internship experiences and commute to facilitate meetings with internship mentors. Provide project planning support for students' two personal projects each year. Plan advisory activities with grade level teams that support social‑emotional growth and community building. Support and monitor students' Individualized Learning Plan through weekly 1‑on‑1 meetings. Use data to direct planning and instruction. Collaborate extensively with specialists to provide appropriate accommodation for content practice and assessment. Routinely assess student goals and progress and make appropriate instructional adjustments necessary to support personal growth. Create opportunities for learning that simultaneously support students with 504's, IEP, GATES plans and more. Utilize standards to backward instruction. Goal set and meet regularly with Instructional Coach and/or Director to support professional growth. TRAINING Mandatory Title IX training is required by the Colorado Department of Education and for all public‑school employees. Title IX training addresses harassment, discrimination and bullying. You will have two mandatory training courses that must be completed within 30 days of your date of hire and are required to be completed on your own time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mapleton Public Schools