High School Science Teacher

High School Science Teacher

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.
 
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 Special Education 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
• Candidates must be knowledgeable in the field of instructional technology

Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $49,250-$67,450 per year AS OF THE TIME OF THIS POSTING depending on education, years of teaching experience, and professional development credits.  Salary schedules are updated each spring for the following school year. 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 visiting https://www.applitrack.com/cboces/onlineapp/.
For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the High School Principal, Clay Naughton, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1300 or cnaughton@weldre9.org.