Zero Dropouts LLC·Englewood, Colorado
The PASS Teacher develops individualized learning plans and provides instruction for credit recovery and GED preparation. They also provide mentorship, advocate for student needs, and track progress data to inform interventions.
Description Location: PASS Program at Englewood High School; Englewood, CO
Zero Dropouts is dedicated to designing innovative student development opportunities in collaboration with school districts, communities, and students. Our mission is to co-create solutions that recognize, foster, and unleash students’ unrealized potential so that their lives are transformed as they thrive in their education and work.
PASS is a credit recovery and GED preparation program embedded within Englewood High School, serving students from EHS and Colorado's Finest High School of Choice. Students work toward graduation or a GED on a pathway that fits their life, in close partnership with PASS teachers, school counselors, and administrators who are deeply committed to each student's success.
We Believe Mysteries are Opportunities We are inspired to solve the deeply complex mysteries that face our world. Our innovative approach drives us to uncover hidden truths and create tailored solutions that address the unique challenges of our clients and communities.
We Believe in Anti-Deficit Ideology Anti-deficit ideology is an approach that focuses on recognizing and valuing the strengths, abilities, and potential of individuals and communities, rather than highlighting their shortcomings or deficiencies.
We Believe in a Sociocultural Model for Learning Students develop knowledge and skills through an active learning process that encourages interactions with teachers, peers, and their communities. Educators meet students where they are in their learning journeys, centering student experiences and identities in the process to foster both independent learning and collaboration.
We Believe in a ‘Power With’ Approach to Relationships We use a ‘power with’ approach that emphasizes collaboration, mutual support, and collective empowerment in our relationships with youth, partners, and each other. Instead of hierarchical or competitive dynamics, it focuses on sharing power, fostering partnerships, and working together to achieve common goals
We Believe Organizations are Living Systems We believe that organizations and groups operate as dynamic living systems. This perspective emphasizes interdependence and collaboration, fostering resilience and adaptability. By nurturing supportive relationships and collective growth, we create conditions and environments where all members can thrive.
Who We're Looking For ZD seeks a Licensed Teacher (7-12) who brings active, responsive instruction to credit recovery and GED preparation—someone who delivers lessons, builds relationships, and moves students forward. We're looking for someone who will take initiative, dig into why students faced setbacks, and create conditions that prevent those challenges from recurring. If you are driven by a commitment to empowering students and equipping them with the skills, resilience, and self-confidence they need to succeed in academics and beyond, this role is for you.
Who You Are You are a proactive educator who is passionate about creating pathways for student success.
Beyond delivering curriculum, you identify the underlying challenges students face and design interventions that build genuine growth and self-efficacy.
You are comfortable working in the moment—reading the room, responding to what students need that day, and teaching effectively without a script.
You believe in hands-on involvement and are eager to build a classroom where students gain confidence and develop the skills to thrive.
Your strength lies in recognizing individual potential and helping each student build the foundation they need to move forward.
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Colorado Teaching License (7-12) Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft applications Demonstrated organizational skills. Expertise in building rapport across diverse backgrounds, cultural competence, and adapting communication for various stakeholders. Demonstrated dedication to equity, inclusivity, and social justice.
Spanish proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing. Colorado Teaching License with an endorsement in Science (7-12). Background in working with youth in alternative educational or community-based settings, such as credit recovery programs, GED preparation, and wrap-around services. Familiarity with the Englewood community, potential partnerships, and available resources Experience using educational platforms: Edgenuity and Infinite Campus, Experience working with IEPs, 504s, and ELD populations. WORK SCHEDULE: This is a full-time position following the Englewood High School bell schedule during the school year. ZD employees work year-round, with flexibility for partner school academic breaks. COMPENSATION: This is an exempt position with a salary range of $58,000-70,000/year.
This represents the full salary range; new hires typically start on the lower end of the range to allow for development in the role.
Company 401K plan with Employer Contribution Match, Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage, Paid Time Off (Sick Time, Holidays, Flexible Vacation), Life Insurance; Not PERA eligible.
Market context
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