8th Grade Science Centennial Middle School
Montrose County School District RE-1J
Position Title: Teacher - Middle School Science (8th Grade)
Exempt
Site: Centennial Middle School
Direct Supervisor: Building Principal
Contracted Length Term: Teacher - 178 Days
Salary Schedule: Teacher (range $48,000 - $75,163 based on 24/25 salary schedules, education, and experience)
Start Date: August 13, 2025
School Summary
Centennial Middle School is a Colorado School of Innovation. Our school’s collective vision drives all that we do. We are looking for staff members that have the same passion and purpose that we do. Our vision - within a challenging and joyful learning environment where relationships come first, Centennial Middle School will leverage quality teaching, character education, and a rigorous curriculum to inspire a lifetime of learning.
District Summary
Nestled within Colorado’s gorgeous Western Slope, the towns of Montrose and Olathe are surrounded by an endless variety of prospects for exploration and adventure (Black Canyon National Park, Telluride, and the San Juan Mountains to the South, along with rivers, lakes, and streams). MCSD is one of the largest rural school districts in Colorado, which means we are small enough to be neighborly, but still big enough to continue growing (with short commutes to school and work).
Benefits:
At MCSD, we care about our employees and their loved ones. Our benefits package consists of the following items: a variety of health insurance plans with employer contribution, including dental and vision insurance, Telehealth, a $50,000 life insurance policy with optional additional coverage, PERA retirement contribution, supplemental insurance options including pet insurance, no match tax shelter account options including 401K, 457(b), 403 (b) and Roth, before tax deductions and flexible spending options, paid leave options and holidays based upon the position, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Added perks: Great people to work with, professional development, advancement opportunities, and multiple wellness programs with incentives.
Summary of Position:
This position was designed to teach and instruct grades 6-8 Science. The Science Teacher will inspire middle school students' passion for exploring & solving problems as they teach students in the core classroom. They will lead students in acquiring science skills through using the Colorado Academic Standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach and instruct in secondary Science programs.
Utilize an adopted course of study, instructional program guidelines, and other materials in planning and developing lesson plans and teaching outlines.
Pursue a variety of methodologies in teaching and instructing pupils, including lectures, demonstrations, discussions, lectures, and laboratory experiences.
Conduct teaching and instructional activities, using educational equipment, materials, books, and other learning aids.
Provides instruction in citizenship and other subject matter specified by legal mandate, District policy, and administrative regulations.
Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids appropriate to the intellectual and instructional level of pupils from varied socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, and who possess a range of mental and emotional maturity.
Review, analyze, and evaluate the history, background, and assessment of pupils in designing instructional programs to meet individual educational needs.
Individualize and adapt educational processes and procedures to enhance pupil educational opportunities.
Provide group and individual instruction to motivate pupils, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities.
Maintain appropriate standards of pupil behavior, using behavioral management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement and behavior-shaping procedures.
Review, analyze, evaluate, and report pupil academic, social, and emotional growth.
Prepare, administer, score, record, and report the results of criterion-referenced tests, and administer, score, record, and report the results of group standardized tests in evaluating pupil growth and progress.
Counsel, confer with, and communicate with parents, school, and District personnel regarding pupil progress, and the interpretation of the educational program.
Cooperatively pursue alternative solutions to ameliorate pupil learning problems, and to enhance expanded academic, social, and emotional growth opportunities.
Maintain an effective learning environment through the proper control of heating, lighting, and ventilation, and the utilization of exhibits, displays, and independent study centers.
Select and requisition appropriate educational supplies, materials, books, equipment, and learning aids.
Perform a variety of non-instructional duties, including curriculum and instructional development activities, student supervision, and consultation activities.
All other duties as assigned.
Education/Certification:
Bachelor's Degree AND; Must possess a current State of Colorado Teachers License or ability to obtain within first year of employment. Subject area endorsement in particular teaching area preferred.
Experience:
Successful completion of student teaching at a recognized college or university, or two years of regular full-time secondary-level teaching experience.
Knowledge of and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Principles, theories, methods, techniques, and strategies pertaining to teaching and instruction of secondary-level pupils.
Academic, social, and behavioral characteristics of secondary level pupils.
Educational curriculum and instructional goals and objectives, and educational trends and research findings pertaining to comprehensive secondary programming.
Behavior management and behavior shaping strategies, techniques, and methods, and conflict resolution procedures.
Socio-economic and cultural background differences of the school population.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, develop, and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program for pupils at the secondary level.
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range of socio-economic levels and cultural backgrounds.
Effectively assess the instructional and educational needs of pupils, and design, develop, and implement sound instructional and educational programs.
Provide a motivating and stimulating learning environment.
Perform research and development activities pertaining to curriculum and instructional programs and innovative and creative pilot projects designed to enhance pupil educational opportunities and experiences.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions:
Work is performed in a standard classroom setting with some work being performed at various District properties and off-site locations.
Heavy lifting, bending, stooping, sitting, standing for long periods of time may be required.
Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 5 to 25 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather may occasionally be experienced.
Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business-related equipment, and handling and working with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.