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:

• 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:

We are seeking an innovative and passionate Secondary Engineering Teacher to join our team for the 2026 - 2027 school year. This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing a dynamic engineering curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on learning. You will inspire students to explore engineering concepts, applications, and career paths, equipping them with the skills needed for academic and professional success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan & Implement Lessons: Develop and deliver standards-aligned, problem-based lessons that engage students in foundational engineering concepts and applications.
• Create Interactive Learning Experiences: Design lessons that incorporate real-world engineering challenges to foster creativity, analytical thinking, and practical application of engineering principles.
• Monitor & Assess Progress: Track student growth toward mastery of engineering standards and provide regular feedback to students and parents.
• Provide Supportive Accommodations: Adapt lessons and provide modifications to support the growth and success of all students, including those with diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate with Colleagues: Work with teachers and staff to deepen content knowledge, enhance teaching practices, and create interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Required:
• • Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
  • Valid state teaching license with content knowledge in technology, engineering, or a related field.
  • Industry-Level Experience: Significant hands-on experience in engineering or related fields may substitute for CTE certification in Engineering.
• Preferred:
• • Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience.
  • Master’s degree in Engineering, Technology, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
  • Endorsements in CTE areas such as Engineering Technology, Exploring Technology, or Robotics Technology.
  • Certifications from relevant regulatory bodies, such as:
  • • FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI).
    • FAA Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic (A&P) license.

Additional Skills and Experience:

• Space Operations: A background in space operations is highly valued, including familiarity with systems and practices related to aerospace missions and technologies.
• Aerospace Industry Expertise: Practical experience in areas such as flight operations, aircraft maintenance, aerospace design, or similar fields.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with Learning Management Systems, Google Workspace, and engineering software/tools.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of 5 to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to move quickly throughout the building and campus.
• Frequent bending, stooping, walking, standing, kneeling, reaching, and sitting.

Schedule

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• School Year: 2026–2027
• Part time - 0.5 FTE

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

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