1st Grade Teacher (Apply directly with Ben Franklin Academy - DO NOT apply with DCSD online)

Douglas County School District•Highlands Ranch, CO

1d•$1•Onsite

About The Position

OUR MISSION: Our mission is to develop young adults with character like America’s founding Renaissance man, Benjamin Franklin: well-read, scientifically curious, and civically engaged. OUR VISION: Our students will excel academically through a challenging, sequenced curriculum that emphasizes math, science, and literacy. We will be a data driven institution, focusing on individual students. Our students, teachers, parents, staff, and leaders will be held accountable for the success of our school. Finally, we recognize that an education is incomplete without fostering social emotional development, character, sports, and nature. Position Specific Information (if Applicable): REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Current Colorado Teaching License required
Successful completion of student teaching assignment
Demonstrated knowledge and skill regarding the components of effective instruction
Demonstrated knowledge of content and teaching methods in area(s) of teaching assignment
Demonstrated knowledge of developmental needs of students
Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
Evidence of ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative relationships with school personnel, students and parents
Demonstrated understanding and empathy necessary for working with students and parents

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience in subject area and/or level desirable

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction consistent with BFA’s curriculum for assigned subject area(s)/grade levels
Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students
Plan and implement effective use of class time
Apply principles of teaching/learning to enhance student achievement
Utilize teaching methods that are appropriate for the objectives and learners
Communicate effectively with learners
Provide for and maintain student involvement during instruction
Promotes a smooth transition from one learning activity to another
Use the evaluation of student outcomes to measure the effectiveness of instruction
Communicate student progress to student and parent/guardian
Begins class promptly and continues with instruction until the end of the instructional period
Uses assessment data results to differentiate instruction in order to increase student achievement
Maintain necessary student records
Attend to tasks in an effective and organized manner
Establish and maintain clear expectations for appropriate behavior
Encourage students in participation and performance
Is respectful and supportive of students
Maintain a positive attitude with students
Consistently enforces the dress code and code of conduct
Participate in professional growth opportunities
Recognize problems and actively contribute to their resolution
Collaborate with others to fulfill school goals
Demonstrate concern for students’ health and safety
Maintain effective communication with parents
Follow the staff handbook guidelines and supports all BFA policies and procedures
Dress in a professional manner
Display a positive attitude
Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner
Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations or procedures that may be established by the central or building administration
Provide an environment that promotes the 13 virtues of Ben Franklin Academy which are: 1. Temperance – Control is the key to improvement. Keep your words, actions, and temper in control. 2. Silence – There is a time and place to speak up and a time to listen. You learn more by listening than speaking. 3. Order – All things have their place. Keep your work area in order; keep your day in order. 4. Resolution – Keep your word. When you have a task, get it done. Turn in your homework on time and be prepared. 5. Frugality – Be frugal. Do not waste the school’s resources. Respect what you have been given. Reduce, reuse, recycle. 6. Industry – Keep on task. There is a time for work and a time for play – do both with a good attitude. 7. Sincerity – Be kind. Say kind words and treat others as you want to be treated. Encourage each other to succeed. 8. Justice – Be respectful. Give everyone a chance to work or play. Give others a chance to express themselves. Share. Remember that others are counting on you, so live up to your duty. 9. Moderation – Keep yourself in balance. Focus both on accomplishing things in which you excel and those you do not. Try new things. 10. Cleanliness – Keep yourself and your work area clean. Keep your uniform clean. Keep your school clean. Keep your words clean. 11. Tranquility – Keep yourself from reacting poorly to others. People are not perfect and the world is not fair. Learn to deal with both despite imperfections. Be patient. 12. Chastity – Be pure in thought and deed. White lies, a little gossip, and small, mean words are painful and say more about you than about others. What you think about others is how you will treat them. Develop good thoughts and feelings toward all. 13. Humility – Be mindful of others before yourself. Treat them as you want to be treated. Think about how you can help others before being asked. Let others speak when it is their turn.