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Job Posting Title:
Secondary American Sign Language Teacher (Apply Directly with STEM Charter School - DO NOT apply with DCSD online)
Job Description:
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 public 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 in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential.
Our Core Values:
Prioritize Students – Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development.
Build a Strong Community – We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community.
Do Right, Always – Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent.
Embrace Innovation – Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress.
Take Steady Steps – We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive.
Lead With Care – Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community.
Elevate the Standard – A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential.
Laugh Together – Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.
Benefits: STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
● Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
● Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
● Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
● Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service
Position Specific Information (if Applicable):
We are seeking a passionate and innovative American Sign Language (ASL) Teacher to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. As a teacher, you will plan, organize, and implement instructional programs in a dynamic learning environment to guide and encourage students to achieve their academic potential. This position offers the opportunity to work with evolving teaching methods and educational tools in an ever-changing and strategic environment.
Position Requirements:
● Instructional Planning: Plan and implement problem-based lessons aligned with state standards.
● Engagement and Innovation: Create engaging lessons that integrate technology, science, and engineering while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
● Student Progress: Ensure the success of all students by assessing progress toward mastery of standards and keeping students and parents informed.
● Support for All Learners: Provide accommodations and modifications to support the growth and success of all students.
● Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to deepen pedagogical content knowledge, enhance teaching practices, and create problem-based learning opportunities. Qualifications Required:
● Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution. ● Valid state teaching license with highly qualified content knowledge.
● Certified to teach American Sign Language.
● Experience with Learning Management Systems and Google Suite (preferred).
● Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience (preferred).
Essential Physical Requirements
● Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
● Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
● Ability to move quickly throughout the building and campus.
● Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting.
Schedule ● Day shift ● Monday to Friday ● School Year: 2026–2027
This position will remain open until filled, but will not be open past: May 31, 2026.
Compensation The pay range for this role is $62,150 – $131,345 USD per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Skills:
Position Type:
Charter School
Primary Location:
STEM Charter School
One Year Only (Yes or No):
No
Scheduled Hours Per Week:
40
FTE:
1.00
Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:
185 Work Days
- (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)
Minimum Hire Rate:
$1.00 USD Annual
Maximum Hire Rate:
$75,000.50 USD Annual
Full Salary Range:
$1.00 USD - $150,000.00 USD Annual
- All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.
Time Off Plans:
This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:
April 18, 2026