High School Science/Agriculture Teacher

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Science - General

Date Posted:
6/1/2026

Location:
Highland High School

Date Available:
08/11/2026

Closing Date:
06/30/2026

District:
Ault-Highland Schools Weld RE-9
Open Position

The Weld Re-9 School District headquartered in Ault, Colorado has an open position at Highland High School for the 2026-2027 school year.


Job Title: High School Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports To: High School Principal Days per Year: 185
Job Location: Highland High School Hours per Week: 40+
Revision Date: March 6, 2026 Pay Range: Licensed Salary Schedule


Summary: High School Teachers are responsible for instructing students in grades 9-12. They create lesson plans and well-rounded, comprehensive instructional programs. This particular position would be responsible for teaching science, primarily Earth Science, and plant/crop science for agriculture.


Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop course content in relation to the Colorado Academic Standards
• Plan, organize, and implement effective instructional strategies and lessons
• Monitor and evaluate student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues in department and building level administration
• Develop individualized lessons and programs for students as needed
• Communicate students' academic progress and needs with appropriate stakeholders
• Administer, edit, proofread, and grade student work in a timely manner
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree with a teaching certification is preferred, but not required
• Endorsement, certification, degree, passing PRAXIS score, or being highly qualified in area of instruction is preferred, but not required
• Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a Colorado Teaching License. The Weld Re-9 School District considers candidates pursuing alternative pathways to the classroom
• Knowledgeable in areas of earth and plant sciences

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $50,000-$65,750 per year depending on education, years of teaching experience, and professional development credits. See the Licensed Salary Schedule under the Employment Opportunities tab. The district provides health insurance benefits including dental and vision, PERA retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, an employee assistance plan, a tuition reimbursement program, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurances and savings accounts through a third-party vendor. Weld RE-9 offers sick leave and personal leave as well as other benefits specific to our school district.


Application:
Applications can be completed by clicking "Apply" in the lower right corner. Position is open until filled.

For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the High School Principal, Clay Naughton, at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

The Weld Re-9 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Weld Re-9 does not unlawfully 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 admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

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