STEM Teacher
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Aurora Public Schools Compensation and Benefits

Salary: See the teacher salary schedule at https://hr.aurorak12.org/teach-lead-
inspire/teach/#licensed-salary-schedule

Days/Hours: As designated by the school. - Days: 187 day position (new teachers 190 day

position)

General
Description:

 Educate students in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)
using an integrative and/or hands on approach to prepare students to
enter any of the STEM fields
 Build students confidence to think and reason through a creative
approach by applying the various STEM methods which includes, but is
not limited to fostering curiosity, assigning responsibility, providing
hands on training and teamwork.
 Develop lessons/projects that allow student to address and find solutions
to real world problems
 Effective teachers in the state of Colorado have the knowledge, skills,
and commitments needed to provide excellent and equitable learning
opportunities and growth for all students.
 They strive to support growth and development, close achievement gaps
and to prepare diverse student populations for postsecondary and
workforce success.
 Effective teachers facilitate mastery of content and skill development,
and employ and adjust evidence-based strategies and approaches for
students who are not achieving mastery and students who need
acceleration.
 They also develop in students the skills, interests and abilities necessary
to be lifelong learners, as well as for democratic and civic participation.
 Effective teachers communicate high expectations to students and their
families and utilize diverse strategies to engage them in a mutually
supportive teaching and learning environment.
 Because effective teachers understand that the work of ensuring
meaningful learning opportunities for all students cannot happen in
isolation, they engage in collaboration, continuous reflection, on-going
learning and leadership within the profession.
 Effective teachers establish a rapport with parents, students and
colleagues, and exhibit knowledge of the content of the subject area
assigned.
 Effective teachers are responsible for using effective instructional
techniques.

 Effective teachers maintain a positive attitude and perception about the
educational task.

Education and
Licensure

 Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
 Holds a Colorado teaching license or is currently eligible for one with
the appropriate endorsement for this position
 A completed Human Resources file including transcripts, student
teaching verification, previous work experience

Endorsement
Category

Any of the following will qualify
 Science
 Math
 Instructional Technology

Strategic Plan:

The teacher shall identify the development needs of students, shall maintain a
productive learning environment, and shall work collaboratively to support the
priorities of the Strategic Plan.

Condition of
Employment:

As a condition of employment, the individual selected for this position will be
expected to complete the APS-sponsored Linguistically Diverse Educator
(LDE) Certificate Program within the first three years of employment.
Click here to learn about the Culturally Linguistically Diverse Educator
Certificate.