Cortez – Math Teacher – Middle School- 25/26 School Year

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Cortez – Math Teacher – Middle School- 25/26 School Year

Company: Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1


Description: Job Description:Position: Middle School Math TeacherOur Vision: The district is committed to creating an environment of collaboration and accountability that ensures our students:

• Achieve personal goals and academic growth.

• Are invested in success for their future.

• Attain high levels of literacy and 21st century skills.

• Are engaged in active citizenship.

• Learn in a safe and healthy school environment.

We are committed to ensuring all our students graduate with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful in college and career. MCSD recently adopted a three-year strategic plan with key goals focused on achieving Academic Excellence, Building a Team of Effective Educators, Inspiring Community Support, and Student-Centered Budgeting. We’re proud of our diverse community and rich heritage. Located in the Four Corners, our district borders three states and encompasses the Ute Mountain Ute Tribal reservation, the town of Cortez, and the farm and ranch communities of Lewis, Arriola, and Pleasant View.Position Summary: Our teachers are the key to our students’ success. The role of our teachers is to facilitate a dynamic learning environment that engages all students in a rigorous and relevant educational experience that meets individual needs while holding all students to a high standard of performance.Our teachers collaborate with each other on an ongoing basis in their quest to continue their development and professional growth. Teachers receive regular observation, coaching, professional development, and support from the Principal and Assistant Principals.Essential Duties:

• Create an effective and engaging learning environment that aligns with school-wide values, behavioral expectations, and positive behavioral support systems.

• Utilize effective teaching practices to teach curriculum for assigned grades and subjects, so that student master grade level standards.

• Develop and teach standards-based lessons that provide all students with rigorous instruction aligned to district curriculum.

• Actively participate in weekly teacher-led, grade-level and content-level professional learning communities.

• Actively participate in the data-driven instruction cycle including regularly utilizing data from formative, interim, and benchmark assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust instruction to ensure all students are making adequate growth.

• Maintain an orderly, positive learning environment free from disruptive behavior by implementing proactive classroom management strategies and adhering to the school discipline policies.

• Proactively communicate with and engage parents and guardians as partners in supporting student educational goals.

• Support the development of the whole child including social-emotional skills.

• Comply with all applicable State and Federal laws and District policies.

• Knowledge of business development, business management, and entrepreneurship including systems, practices, and technical skills.

• Manage and oversee associated CTSO program.

• Create and implement a complete, standards-aligned curriculum that includes classroom, field-based, and experiential learning approaches.

• When supervising students assume responsibility for their safety and well being and maintain order and discipline through caring, respectful strategies.

Specific Content Skills: Demonstrate an understanding of the Colorado state standards for levels and subject areas of teaching certification. Ability to deepen student’s academic, technical, and vocational skills across the curriculum.Growth Mindset: A commitment to continuous improvement including an ability to apply knowledge of current research and educational theory to instructional programming; an ability to receive feedback and reflect on one’s own instruction; an ability to interpret and use data to drive changes in instruction; and a desire to engage in ongoing collaboration with colleagues to share and learn best practices.Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal relations and oral and written communication skills

• Strong decision making, analytical and organizational skills.

• Ability to work with students with diverse needs at various levels.

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

• Ability to promote and follow Board and District policies and school procedures.

• Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively in a team setting.

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions.

• Ability to implement IEP, 504, ELL and behavior support plans.

• Ability to use technology to support instruction including computer operating system and student information systems.

Supervision: Reports to Principal; non-supervisory positionJob Classification: Exempt, Benefits EligibleBenefits: The Montezuma-Cortez School District offers employees a wide range of competitive, cost-effective benefits. Review our for detailed information.Candidate Profile:Education and Certification:Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching certification with ability to obtain Post-Secondary Career Technical Education (CTE) CertificationORPost-Secondary CTE certification with ability to obtain CDE teaching certificationExperience and Skills:· Excellent communication skills· Demonstrated excellence in reading and math instruction· Instructional leadership or coaching experience preferred· Experience in Get Better Faster Framework preferred· High level of personal organization and planning· Technology proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPointCulture and Fit:· Commitment to the mission and values of Montezuma Cortez Re-1· Ambition and desire to grow as a leader· Openness to feedback· Maintains and models high standards of personal and professional integrity· Collaborative practitionerReports to: The PrincipalPhysical Requirements and Working Conditions:The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Activities:Amount of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3StandXWalkXSitXReach with hands and armsXClimb or balanceXStoop, kneel, crouch or crawlXTalkXListenXWeight and Force Demands:Amount of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Up to 10 poundsXUp to 25 poundsXUp to 50 poundsXUp to 100 poundsXMore than 100 poundsXMental Functions:Amount Of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3CompareXAnalyzeXCommunicateXCopyXCoordinateXInstructXComputeXSynthesizeXEvaluateXInterpersonal SkillsXCompileXNegotiateXWork Environment:Amount of:NoneUnder 1/31/3 to 2/3Over 2/3Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)XWork near moving mechanical partsXWork in high, precarious placesXFumes or airborne particlesXToxic or caustic chemicalsXOutdoor weather conditionsXExtreme Cold (non-weather)XExtreme Heat (non-weather)XRisk of electrical shockXWork with explosivesXRisk of radiationXVibrationXVision Demands:RequiredNo special vision requirementsClose vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)XDistance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)XColor vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)Peripheral visionDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusXNoise Level:Exposure LevelVery quietQuietModerateXLoudVery LoudThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.NONDISCRIMINATION CLAUSEMontezuma-Cortez School District RE-1 does not discriminate against any protected classes as identified by the State of Colorado. A lack of English speaking skills will not be a barrier to participation or admission. The following staff have been designated to handle inquiries regarding our nondiscrimination policies:Title IX Coordinator and Compliance Officer (Title II/ADA, Title VI)Justin Schmitt, Executive Director of Human Resources400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1135504 Compliance Officer (Section 504)Lisa Megel, Executive Director of Exceptional Student Services400 North Elm Street, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 ext. 1118M-CSD RE-1 School Governance Policies can be found on our website at:CLÁUSULA DE NO DISCRIMINACIÓNEl Distrito Escolar Montezuma-Cortez RE-1 no discrimina contra ninguna clase protegida identificada por el Estado de Colorado. La falta de habilidades para hablar inglés no será una barrera para la participación o la admisión. El siguiente personal ha sido designado para atender consultas sobre nuestras políticas de no discriminación:Coordinador del Título IX Oficial de Cumplimiento (Título II/ADA, Título VI)Justin Schmitt, Director Ejecutivo de Recursos Humanos400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1135504 Oficial de Cumplimiento (Sección 504)Lisa Megel, Directora Ejecutiva de Servicios para Estudiantes Excepcionales400 Calle Elm Norte, Cortez, CO 81321 970-565-7522 extensión 1118Las políticas de gobierno escolar de M-CSD RE-1 se pueden encontrar en nuestro sitio web en:11.28.23 DKRReferenced Policies: AC, AC-E-1, AC-R (Option 1), AC-R-2*, JB, JBA, JBA-E, JBB*, JII-RNOTE: Federal law requires districts to provide continuing notification of non-discrimination statements and the Title IX coordinator’s contact information. This information must be published in student, parent, and employee handbooks, course catalogs, program/employee application forms, and recruitment materials. 34 C.F.R. § 106.8.

Salary: $47000 – 65400 per year

Location: Cortez, CO

Date: Sat, 21 Jun 2025 01:44:04 GMT


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