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Commerce City, CO Job Details Full-time $59,800 - $66,600 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Laboratory safety Laboratory research Full Job Description igh School Biology & Chemistry Teacher Victory Preparatory Academy |
Commerce City, Colorado Salary:
$59,800-$66,600
Schedule:
197-Day Agreement | 4-Day Student Week Inspire Scientific Thinking. Change Lives. Victory Preparatory Academy (VPA), a high-performing public charter school serving grades 6-12, is seeking a passionate, mission-driven High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher to join our award-winning team. This position teaches traditional 9th-grade Biology and high school Chemistry, engaging students through hands-on laboratory investigations, scientific inquiry, demonstrations, data analysis, and real-world applications of science. If you believe students learn best by asking questions, conducting investigations, evaluating evidence, and solving meaningful problems, we invite you to join a school where teaching remains purposeful and relationships matter. Why Victory Preparatory Academy? A School Where Teachers Can Teach 4-day student week with Mondays dedicated to planning, collaboration, intervention, enrichment, and professional learning Student dress code promotes professionalism and school pride No student cell phones during instruction Structured classrooms using Teach Like A Champion instructional practices Strong administrative support and clear behavioral expectations Safe, organized laboratory environment that prioritizes hands-on learning
Competitive Compensation & Benefits Salary:
$59,800-$66,600 , based on education and experience Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Colorado PERA retirement plan Optional 401(k) Seven paid personal days annually Ongoing instructional coaching and professional development What You'll Do As our High School Biology & Chemistry Teacher, you will: Teach Biology and Chemistry aligned to Colorado Academic Standards Design engaging lessons and laboratory experiences that develop scientific thinking Teach Biology topics including cells, genetics, evolution, ecology, homeostasis, and biological systems Teach Chemistry topics including atomic structure, bonding, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, solutions, acids and bases, gas laws, and introductory thermochemistry Conduct safe, engaging laboratory investigations Teach laboratory safety, scientific measurement, data collection, graphing, scientific writing, and evidence-based conclusions Maintain a safe and organized science laboratory Deliver engaging instruction using direct instruction, gradual release ("I Do, We Do, You Do"), and frequent checks for understanding Monitor student progress and communicate regularly with families Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum, assessments, interventions, and instructional practices We're Looking For Someone Who Has strong Biology and Chemistry content knowledge Believes laboratory experiences are essential to student learning Builds positive relationships while maintaining high expectations Creates an organized, structured classroom environment Enjoys collaborating with colleagues Is committed to continuous professional growth Makes science engaging, relevant, and accessible for every student Minimum Qualifications Valid Colorado Teaching License with a Secondary Science endorsement OR 36 semester credit hours in Biology, Chemistry, or Science OR Passing score on the appropriate PRAXIS Science content exam Ability to safely conduct laboratory investigations Strong written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications Previous secondary teaching experience Experience with laboratory instruction Familiarity with Teach Like A Champion, direct instruction, or structured instructional models About Victory Preparatory Academy Victory Preparatory Academy is a mission-driven public charter school serving grades 6-12 in Commerce City, Colorado. For more than a decade, VPA has maintained a Performance rating and has earned recognition including the John Irwin Schools of Excellence Award and the Colorado Department of Education ELPA Excellence Award . Our culture is built on academic excellence, character development, meaningful relationships, and the belief that every student can succeed. Located just 15 minutes north of downtown Denver, VPA combines the accessibility of the city with the close-knit culture of a small school community. Apply Today If you're ready to inspire curiosity, develop future scientists, and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply through our online careers page or email your resume to . Victory Preparatory Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
