Middle School Language Arts Teacher
Deer Trail School District 26J
DEER TRAIL SCHOOL DISTRICT 26J
ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
130 SOUTH SECOND AVENUE P.O.B. 129
DEER TRAIL, CO 80501
PHONE (303) 769-4421, FAX 303-769-4600 or Email: hwhitehead@dt26j.com
DATE OF POSTING: February 19, 2025
POSITION: English/Language Arts- Deer Trail Middle School.
SALARY RANGE: Licensed Staff Salary Schedule Plus School District Comprehensive Benefits Package. Salary starts at $48,500, depending on experience and education, with additional opportunities for compensation via coaching, tutoring, etc.
PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION: Please apply (available online at www.dt26j.com ) along with a letter of interest, three letters of recommendation, and a current resume listing your qualifications and experiences for the position. Must apply online.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:
Minimum B.A. in Secondary English Education
Hold or be able to obtain a Colorado Teacher's Certificate/License from the Colorado Department of Education in Secondary English Education
Demonstrated knowledge of Colorado standards and assessments.
Ability to facilitate content and data-driven instruction in a standards-based classroom.
Demonstrated ability to ensure student academic success/experience for high school students
Ability to foster relationships with students across the grade levels via English Language Arts
Strong background in integrating the teaching of reading and writing.
Computer and Technology skills preferred.
Able to work as a team member/experience (grade level or department level teams).
Experience working with diverse populations. Bilingual/Biliterate in Spanish and English is desirable.
Coaching available.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: All positions open until filled. Must apply online.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Assignment starting date is August 2025.
All contracts/agreements for the employment of personnel need approval of the B.O.E.
Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
No smoking is allowed in or on DT26 School District buildings or property.
Selected applicant must comply with the District's Drug-Free Workplace policy.
As required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), the selected applicant must verify, within 72 hours of employment, his/her legal right to be employed in the United States.
Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer:
In compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, Colorado law and Board of Education Policy AC (Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity), Deer Trail 26J does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, religion, ancestry, need for special education services, age, marital status, genetic information, or physical characteristics in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates. Complaint procedures have been established for students, parents, employees, and members of the public. The following person has been identified as the compliance officer for the district: Superintendent, Deer Trail 26J School District: 130 South Second Avenue, Deer Trail, CO 80105, 303.769.4421, superintendent@dt26j.com