About STEM School Highlands Ranch

At STEM School Highlands Ranch, we place innovation at the heart of learning to unleash the potential of all students and prepare them for an exponentially changing world. As a K-12 public charter school in the Douglas County School District, we are committed to creating an environment that fosters respect, success, and continuous improvement. We welcome you to join us in our mission to redefine limits and unleash potential. 

Our Core Values:

Prioritize Students – Every decision we make is focused on ensuring students thrive, lead, and succeed. The community that surrounds students exists for the purpose of their growth and development.

Build a Strong Community – We are more than a school, we are a community. We all have equal value and seek to encourage each other to maximize our unique strengths, gifts, and passions. The true power of a charter school is in the strength of its community.

Do Right, Always – Honesty, trust, and ethical decision-making guide our actions, fostering respect, accountability, and a safe environment, even in challenging circumstances or when recognition is absent.

Embrace Innovation – Never Stop Innovating. Innovation thrives on continuous growth, bold problem-solving, and a willingness to push boundaries, transforming ideas into meaningful progress.

Take Steady Steps – We play the long game with people and projects by implementing strategic planning, clear communication, systems and process, ample resources, and appropriate pacing - setting a strong foundation for a supportive environment for our community to thrive.

Lead With Care – Dedicated to making a difference through personal ownership, care, and compassion, creates lasting impact in our students, colleagues, and community.

Elevate the Standard – A commitment to continuous growth, where skills are refined, applied, and adapted to achieve the highest standards and empower everyone to reach their fullest potential.

Laugh Together – Having fun makes the team work! Creating an environment where joy is encouraged. Strengthens our teams, fosters a positive culture, and fuels creativity, making everyone feel valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.

Benefits:

STEM School Highlands Ranch offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance (available on the 1st of the following month).
• Short-term, long-term disability, life, and ADD insurance (available six months from hire date).
• Retirement benefits including PERA pension and 401K employee-only contribution managed through Colorado’s PERA program.
• Other benefits include FSA (medical and dependent care), Pet Insurance, Sick Time, and PTO based on years of service.

Position Overview:

STEM School Highlands Ranch is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Secondary Physical Education Teacher to join our team of educators committed to fostering a culture of wellness, teamwork, and lifelong fitness. This individual will play a vital role in promoting physical activity and healthy lifestyles among middle and/or high school students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate physical education lessons aligned with state and national standards
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all students
• Promote student development in physical fitness, motor skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship
• Evaluate and monitor student progress, providing timely feedback
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to support student success
• Supervise students in various settings, including the gym, field, and during school events

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution
• Valid state teaching license with appropriate endorsement in Physical Education
• Highly qualified content knowledge in secondary-level Physical Education
• Experience with Learning Management Systems and Google tools preferred
• Minimum of 1 year teaching experience preferred

Preferred Attributes:

• Passion for physical education and student well-being
• Strong classroom management and communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
• Commitment to continuous professional growth

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand or walk for 90 minutes
• Ability to run short distances
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, crawling, squatting, reaching, and sitting

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: November 30, 2026.