Language Arts Teacher, Arapahoe High School

Language Arts Teacher, Arapahoe High School

• Position Type:
  Licensed/ Secondary
• Date Posted: 3/4/2026
• Location:
  
  Arapahoe High School
• Closing Date: 03/10/2026

Language Arts Teacher, Arapahoe High School

"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."

Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities.

With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional educators to establish career‑long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

The classroom teacher performs under the supervision of a principal or other designated supervisor and has major responsibility for the instruction and supervision of students. Instruction of students includes individual skill development, expansion of knowledge, and development of ability to reason. Supervision of students includes guidance, development, and safety. The classroom teacher functions in accordance with the established policies, rules, regulations and the performance standards of the District/State and the performance goals established for the teacher.

Preferred candidates should possess a strong pedagogical foundation in teaching English 9 and 10. This foundational expertise must include the ability to effectively scaffold these essential skills for students as they progress into the department's advanced English courses.

Candidates with experience in Advanced Placement (AP) or Concurrent Enrollment (CE) instruction, or the willingness to pursue the credentials required for qualification, are preferred.

• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instruction, providing materials which facilitate active learning; monitor student progress and adapt course content delivery methods in order to meet the needs of individual students; instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials, technologies and equipment to support instruction.
• Promote a culture of high expectations, providing every student with high quality and culturally relevant instruction; create a safe, welcoming classroom environment that reflects and supports the diversity of the student population and community.
• Develop and implement instructional practices and strategies that include multiple methods of assessment, support students in meeting rigorous learning goals and engage and encourage learners to develop deep understanding of content areas.
• Develop and implement effective classroom management strategies, providing a safe, secure and respectful learning environment; communicate student behavior expectations in a positive manner; convey reminders, rules and expectations with consistency and equity, while recognizing the unique qualities and characteristics of the individual.
• Progress toward professional goals and contribute to school-wide goals through professional learning communities, parent/student surveys, meetings, record keeping, and other measures and methods.
• Update and maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development as required by school, district, state and federal policies, regulations and laws.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Successful applicants must be properly licensed for assignment as a Professional Educator according to the Colorado Department of Education.

(Annual salary schedule based on 1.0 FTE)

WORK YEAR: 187 contract days (district educator calendar)

FTE: [1.0]

NOTE:

While you may look up your estimated salary on the linked salary schedule, updates for the  school year are contingent upon negotiated increases that are approved by the LPS Board of Education in the summer season. Additionally, know that these salary values are based on a 1.0 FTE working 187 contract days.

Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally, as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: