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:

The GT Coordinator collaborates with staff and administration to oversee the identification, support, and programming of gifted and talented students across K–12. This role focuses on compliance with state and district requirements, meaningful engagement with students’ strengths and interests, and leadership in professional learning to support differentiated instruction through Problem Based Learning (PBL).

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the K–12 identification process for gifted and talented students in accordance with Colorado’s Exceptional Student Education Act and DCSD requirements.
• Lead the development, implementation, and annual updates of Advanced Learning Plans (ALPs) for all identified gifted students, including strength-based and affective goals.
• Collaborate with K–8 classroom teachers to enrich, differentiate, and extend curriculum and instruction that supports both academic and affective growth for GT students.
• Monitor and report student progress toward ALP goals, ensuring alignment with district timelines and state expectations.
• Serve as a resource and instructional coach for faculty regarding best practices in gifted education and Problem Based Learning.
• Facilitate professional development sessions and parent education nights to increase understanding of GT programming and differentiation strategies.
• Promote a supportive and inclusive school climate that recognizes and addresses the needs of gifted learners.
• Participate in all required DCSD trainings and compliance activities related to gifted education.
• Support efforts to build awareness and implementation of differentiated instruction through problem-based and inquiry-driven learning models.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support student success and program integrity.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Colorado teaching license with Gifted Education Endorsement
• Strong understanding of gifted and talented education principles and Colorado GT identification processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of Problem Based Learning and differentiated instruction
• Experience using digital platforms including Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Google Suite

Preferred:

• Experience working with GT students in a K–12 or multi-grade setting
• Minimum of 2–3 years teaching experience
• Experience designing or supporting ALPs
• Strong facilitation and collaboration skills

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
• School Year: 2026 - 2027
• School Days: 220 

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: May 31, 2026 

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