Math Teacher (2026-2027 School Year) [Immediate Start]

About the role

POSITION: Math Teacher

GRADE LEVEL: Hiring for high school positions

Location

Hiring at multiple locations. You can view the current openings at this link. We encourage you to apply even if your preferred position is not listed as we will be posting new roles throughout the year. To complete the application through text, please use this link.

Salary

$60,000-$78,000 based on aligned years of experience up to 10 years. We also offer a relocation stipend for anyone joining us from 75 miles or more from Denver!

STATUS: Full time school year, benefits eligible, exempt, in-person position

START: Immediate Start. You can view the current School Year Calendar here.

The Role

Our Math teachers believe not just in teaching an ability to solve functions, but also seek to build and nourish a deep love of applying this understanding to life to transform their community and the world.

High School Curriculum

• Integrated Algebra and Geometry I
• Integrated Algebra and Geometry II
• Algebra II
• Pre-Calculus
• AP Calculus AB
• AP Calculus BC
• AP Statistics

DSST uses the Illustrative Mathematics curriculum in grades 6-11. There is flexibility in terms of where students are placed along the math curriculum according to performance and preparedness. All DSST students complete 4 years of math by the time of graduation. We will inquire about your grade level and campus specific preference at the time of interview.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver Rigorous & Engaging Content: Utilize DSST's curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach rigorous, culturally responsive, and grade level aligned content 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 & resources to guide instruction and support individual student growth.
• Promote Positive Culture: Employ DSST culture systems to promote a unified and positive classroom and school culture as well as build and maintain trusting relationships with students and families.
• Pursue Professional Development: Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development, with a focus on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
• Contribute to School Community: Undertake additional duties as needed, such as supporting student recruitment, running a small group advisory class, after school tutoring, etc. Explore more potential duties here.

The Person

We value staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, and ideas. Our most successful employees share the following characteristics:

• An unwavering belief that all students can succeed in school and reach their most ambitious post-secondary goals.
• A proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance your teaching practice.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in any field. Demonstrated content knowledge (known as in-field status) via various qualifications (see qualification options here).
• 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.

Additional information

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Application Timeline

This is an evergreen position, meaning DSST Public Schools recruits for this role on an ongoing basis to support current and anticipated hiring needs across our network. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates may be contacted for interviews as opportunities become available.

For positions with a defined hiring timeline, the anticipated application deadline will be listed at the top of the job posting.

Our Impact

• 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

Dsst

Public Schools participates in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA). Unless otherwise stated in the position title or posting, all roles are full-time and are designated as PERA-covered positions. Candidates should review their individual circumstances and ensure they are able to accept employment in a PERA-covered role prior to applying.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing these duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear and may spend extended periods standing, walking, bending, or kneeling.
• The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds and have sufficient hand and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.