SY2026-27 8th Grade Science Teacher

Who We Are

• A tuition-free, open enrollment, K-12 charter school in the southeast community of Colorado Springs
• Preparing and empowering all of our students for success on their post-graduate paths through educational excellence, character development, and community engagement
• Dedicated to student proficiency through academic rigor and robust family support through the Atlas family scholarship
• Dedicated to our staff through offering a competitive total rewards package and providing meaningful professional development

Who We Serve

• 92% Socioeconomically Disadvantaged
• 86% Hispanic, 6% African American, 7% White, and 1% Asian
• 56% English Language Learners

What You’ll Do

• Embody the mission and values of Atlas Schools, including connection, accountability, growth mindset, and perseverance.
• Plan for and deliver engaging, motivating, rigorous, and standards-aligned instruction using research-based practices.
• Design, implement, document, and revise lesson plans, curricular materials, and instructional resources as required by the school.
• Complete the necessary training to administer standardized and progress-monitoring assessments to inform instruction and support
• Maintain a classroom environment that is inclusive, structured, and conducive to learning, aligned to school-wide academic and behavioral expectations.
• Serve as an adviser to a group of students and families, maintaining consistent communication and hosting required family conferences.
• Draft and revise scholar report cards to ensure clear, meaningful communication of student progress.
• Actively engage families as partners by understanding their backgrounds and experiences to support an equitable and inclusive school community.
• Collaborate professionally with colleagues and instructional coaches, demonstrating openness to feedback and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations through reflection and adherence to shared systems.
• Participate in professional development, instructional planning, and required school events throughout the year.
• Support school operations as needed, including but not limited to, arrival, dismissal, lunch, field trips, academic support sessions, community events, and graduations.
• Provide classroom coverage for colleagues during absences when required (with additional compensation).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Compensation & Schedule 

• Salaried/Exempt
• Signing Bonus: $1,000
• Annual Salary Range: $50,500 - $63,549 (DOE)
• Full Time; Monday – Friday; Occasional evenings and weekends as needed

Benefits

• Approximately 13 weeks of paid school breaks
• 30 hours of annual flex time and 48 hours of annual sick time 
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account
• Participation in the Colorado PERA retirement program (required in lieu of social security as a public employee)
• 100% Employer paid short and long-term disability benefit 
• 100% Employer-paid life insurance benefit of $25,000 (option to purchase more)
• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of employee discounts

Annual Calendar and SY2026-27 Start Date

• Annual Workdays: 199 
  • Following years will not include new staff orientation and will consist of 196 workdays.
• Start Date: July 13, 2026

Who You Are

Required Qualifications 

• Meet “in-field status” by fulfilling at least ONE of the following qualifications by October 31, 2026:
  • Colorado Department of Education License with endorsement in Secondary Science
  • Bachelor’s Degree in General Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Geology
  • A minimum of 24 credit hours (aligned with the CDE worksheet) in Science
  • Successful completion of the PRAXIS 5436 within the last 10 years
• Ability to successfully pass all required background screening pursuant to CRS § 22-30.5-110.7
• Be 100% dedicated to educational equity and committed to creating a rigorous, nurturing, and joyful educational experience
• Have the highest commitment to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, best practices, and regular assessment
• Ownership for the academic results of students
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Ability to demonstrate evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
• Possess a growth mindset and experience using feedback as a way to improve practice

Desired Qualifications 

• Bilingual: Spanish & English or have experience working with bilingual students
• Successful leader of an urban classroom who has used structure, incentives, and high expectations to drive student success while creating a joyful environment for students to thrive in

Essential Job Functions

• Must be able to regularly fulfill duties in person
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, and successfully working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed
• Must be able to fulfill all aspects of this job description with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to adhere to the policies and procedures of Atlas Schools

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Position Closes: When Filled

Salary : $50,500 - $63,549