1st Grade Teacher
AXL Academy•Aurora, CO
•Onsite
About The Position
AXL Academy, a PK–8 public charter school in Aurora, CO, is seeking a passionate and dedicated 1st Grade Teacher to join our team. This full-time, salaried position plays a vital role in supporting our mission of fostering academic growth, character development, and social equity through engaging, standards-based, and expeditionary learning.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and valid Colorado teaching license (or ability to obtain).
- CLDE certification (required for teachers hired 2021–22 or later).
- Experience teaching elementary students and differentiating instruction to meet diverse needs.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Expeditionary Learning (EL Education) or project-based learning.
- Training in restorative practices and trauma-informed instruction.
- Bilingual or multilingual skills.
Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver high-quality, differentiated instruction aligned with Colorado Academic Standards and AXL's Expeditionary Learning model.
- Build a classroom culture that emphasizes equity, inclusivity, collaboration, and character development.
- Use assessment data to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and support academic growth.
- Collaborate with grade-level and content-area colleagues to plan lessons, projects, and fieldwork.
- Communicate effectively with families to foster strong school–home partnerships.
- Participate in professional learning, school events, and community-building activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and competitive salary.
- Professional growth and leadership opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
