6th Grade Social Studies Teacher/MS CTE Exploratory Instructor

For School Year 2026-2027
184- Work Day Calendar

Annual Salary: $50,439 + (Salary placement is based on experience and education level.)
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This position will teach both Social Studies courses and Career & Technical Education (CTE) elective courses. The CTE content area(s) will be determined after discussion with the school administration.

Social Studies Teacher Job Summary:
Help each student learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to his/her development as a mature, capable and responsible adult. Provide a positive, healthy and safe environment in which the student can achieve his/her maximum potential. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of each student. Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals. Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity level and interest of the student. Encourage students to maintain standards of classroom behavior.

Social Studies Teacher Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create an engaging classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth.
• Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed for college and career readiness.
• Communicate clearly in verbal and written formats with students, parents, and teammates.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials to meet the needs of students.
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned work day.
• Administer standardized tests in accordance with district testing protocol.

MS CTE Exploratory Instructor Job Summary:
The Middle School CTE Exploratory Instructor teaches CTE-related elective courses that are exploratory in nature. Instructors are responsible for meeting all scheduled classes/labs and providing instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the District and approved CTE course standards. Instructors are responsible for using teaching methods and digital media designed to reach students of varying educational and experiential backgrounds to allow each student the opportunity to master the skills and learning objectives of the course.  The instructor in this position will be responsible for assisting students to discover and develop their talents in the assigned CTE-related field.  This position focuses on students' academic development, career development, and personal/social development while providing learners with an insight and understanding of industry standards and the impact throughout society.  Students will develop practical problem-solving skills and have the opportunity for hands-on experiential learning.

MS CTE Exploratory Instructor Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet all scheduled classes/labs/site visits and provide instruction in accordance with the philosophy and objectives of the District and approved Career and Technical Education (CTE) course standards.
• Inform students of course requirements through a course syllabus, including specific objectives, means of attaining objectives, and methods of instruction and grading.
• Evaluate students on a continuing basis to allow students and parents/caregivers to be aware of their progress.
• Maintain and submit records as required by policy and procedures.
• Recommend instructional materials, textbooks, appropriate instructional tools and equipment (if applicable), and any supportive reference materials.
• Promote equal opportunity education within the scope of assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain required credentials, licenses, certification as appropriate, and proficiency and up-to-date knowledge in the subject matter area.
• Demonstrate understanding of the concepts of diversity and multiculturalism and their application in the workplace.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisor/administrator.

Qualifications:

• Possess or be eligible to receive Colorado Teaching License endorsed in Secondary Social Studies.
• Candidate must be endorsed in the core content area, have passed the Praxis test in the core content area, and/or have 24 semester credits in the core content area.
• Candidate will be required to attain CTE Authorization endorsed in Middle School CTE Combined Exploratory within 12 months of hire. The District will provide guidance for this process.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 30 pounds.
• Transcripts required.
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Note: Applicants who upload a copy of their transcripts or certifications to their application may choose to redact any dates included on the transcripts or certifications, including date of birth and dates of attendance/graduation/completion. An un-redacted copy will be requested if an employment offer is extended. In addition, submitted resum�s may also exclude dates of attendance or graduation for high school and/or post-secondary education.

Application Procedure: 
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FLSA: Exempt