English Language Arts; ELA Teacher

English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher  School Year) [Immediate Start]

Apply for the English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher  School Year) position at DSST Public Schools. This full‑time, in‑person role will begin immediately in Aurora, CO.

Position: Humanities Teacher (ELA & Social Studies)
Grade level: High School
Location: Aurora Science and Tech, Aurora, CO
Salary: $60,000–$78,000 based on years of experience, up to 10 years, plus relocation stipend for applicants 75+ miles from Denver
Status: Full‑time, benefits‑eligible, exempt, in‑person
Start: Immediate

The goal of literacy instruction at DSST Public Schools is to build a love of literacy and develop college‑ready skills that allow students to make sense of the world through reading, writing, speaking, and listening. DSST teachers commit to facilitating learning environments in which literacy thrives, so students can be successful in college, career, and as lifelong learners.

All campuses in grades 6‑10 use a shared curriculum to ensure consistent, high‑quality instruction that promotes rigorous academic standards and prepares all students to engage deeply with complex texts and develop critical skills. Teachers receive ongoing professional development throughout the year to deepen their understanding of the curriculum and refine instructional practices to enhance student outcomes.

• Fiction
• Non‑fiction and Informational Articles
• Poetry
• Novels
• Short Stories

The curriculum may include separate reading and writing classes or a combined English/Language Arts class, depending on the campus.

• 9th Grade:
  Composition, Humanities
  *
  • * AST offers English I in 9th grade
• 10th Grade:
  English II
• 11th Grade:
  English III, AP Language
• 12th Grade:
  Senior English, AP Language, AP Literature

We will inquire about your grade level and campus‑specific preference at the time of the interview.

• Deliver rigorous and engaging content: utilize DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous, culturally responsive, and grade‑level aligned material to 3‑5 classes daily depending on campus and content area.
• Track and support student growth: monitor and assess the performance of all students through a variety of assessment tools and resources to guide instruction and support individual growth.
• Promote a positive culture: employ DSST culture systems to promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture and build trusting relationships with students and families.
• Pursue professional development: engage in coaching, feedback, and development with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Contribute to the school community: undertake additional duties such as supporting student recruitment, running a small‑group advisory class, after‑school tutoring, etc.

• Belief that all students can succeed in school and reach ambitious post‑secondary goals.
• Proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance teaching practice.

• Minimum:
  Bachelor’s Degree in any field with demonstrated content knowledge (in‑field status) via various qualifications.
• Ideal:
  Proven commitment to and experience with serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students; a Colorado teaching credential is preferred but not required for most opportunities.

We are proud to achieve transformational results for our 7,500+ students—97% of whom attend a Green (top‑rated) school—through values‑centered, human‑focused, and collective approaches.

• 100% of DSST graduates have been admitted to college or a postsecondary program.
• 15 of 16 schools rated Green on the 2024–25 SPF.
• 9 out of 10 DSST families would recommend DSST to a friend.
• 95%+ of staff say their managers check in regularly and care about them as people.

• Comprehensive compensation and benefits: competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator‑focused mental‑health care, and everyday perks like Safeway grocery discounts.
• Growth and opportunity: weekly 1:1 coaching, data‑driven feedback, and clear…