26 - Criminal Justice Teacher - Limited Term

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Criminal Justice Teacher is to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. This role performs instructional and related duties in accordance with District policies and terms of the teacher contract. The Teacher also maintains a cooperative attitude with staff, parents, and students.

Requirements

Valid Colorado Teaching License or CTE Authorization within 60 days from date of hire
Secondary CTE Law Enforcement Services Endorsement or Teacher must be highly qualified in applicable content area through the following options: Content Knowledge (Applicants must have A or B): A. 24 semester hours of related postsecondary coursework verified on an official transcript to include a minimum of 3 semester hours of content coursework in four of the areas listed in the table below. OR B. Applicants who provide a valid and current state or national industry license or certification in the appropriate occupational area may have the content coursework waived by the Colorado Department of Education (e.g., Police Officer, Standards and Training (POST), National Academy of Emergency Dispatchers (NAED)). This does not include teacher licenses.
Occupational Experience (Applicants must have either option 1, 2 or 3): Credit for student teaching up to 800 hours, in the content area, may be applied to either occupational or teaching experience 1. If you hold a Bachelor's degree or higher: 2,000 hours of verified occupational (non-teaching) experience in the content area within the last seven years OR 2. If you hold less than a Bachelor's degree: 4,000 hours of verified occupational (non-teaching) experience in the content area within the last seven years OR 3. 3 years verified teaching experience in the content area within the last seven years (full-time is defined as 51% or more of a teaching schedule dedicated to teaching in the content area).
Complete Secondary CTE Law Enforcement Services Worksheet: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/cteworksheets/lawenforcement
Employee must complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and must be cleared by the Office of Human Resources
Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Criminology/Criminal Justice
P.O.S.T Certification
NAED (National Academy of Emergency Dispatchers) Certification
Experience working in law enforcement/corrections
CTE Certified
Previous experience as a certified teacher
Knowledge of content standards and implementation of standards-based curriculum
Ability to teach and meet the academic needs of all students ensuring academic progress in all content areas especially in reading/writing and mathematics
Ability to collaborate with all instructional staff
Previous experience to make instructional decisions using data
Knowledge/experience with the five components of reading and commitment to support and implement explicit and systematic reading instruction, based on scientific research
Ability to use technology and integrate technology skills into the curriculum
Knowledge / experience teaching the diverse learner especially students who may have a specific learning plan such as an IEP, ILP, ELL, 504, etc.
Demonstrated effective classroom management skills
Knowledge /experience with and ability to implement scientific-based research best practices
Previous experience with and ability to utilize effective small groups and whole class direct instruction strategies to differentiate instruction
Knowledge / experience in implementing the Title I parental involvement plan
Knowledge / experience with Positive Behavior Support Program or willing to implement the school-wide discipline plan
Knowledge and understanding of Common Core standards
Ability to unpack standards and align with curriculum
Ability to write specific learning goals, objectives and outcomes
Ability to analyze and use multiple data sources to make sound instructional decisions
Ability and willingness to collaborate with colleagues and actively participate in professional learning communities
Ability to use technology and incorporate/teach 21st century skills
Ability to scaffold and differentiate instruction
Ability and willingness to integrate reading, writing and math throughout the curriculum
Computer expertise or an expectation to learn Infinite Campus
Positive public relation skills, professionalism, strong work ethic, ability to develop positive relationships with school and community
Ability to demonstrate the communication skills with students, parents, and teachers to enhance the educational, personal, and social aspect of each student
Ability to interpret test information and data
Strong commitment to system change and strong evidence of being a "team player"
Ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis
Ability to be flexible

Responsibilities

Provide a variety of classroom techniques and methods
Promote high levels of achievement in relation to individual student abilities
Use techniques and methodologies appropriate to student abilities
Utilize current and relevant subject matter
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to use research-based principles of effective instruction
Organize instruction using learning objectives with clearly defined student outcomes
Employ teaching strategies congruent with planned student outcomes
Select teaching strategies emphasizing student involvement
Monitor student learning and pace instruction accordingly
Prepare effectively for class
Prepare daily lesson plans
Provide instruction predicated on course goals and objectives
Prepare classroom for classroom activities
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Establish written grading standards that are clear and incorporate a variety of graded activities
Assure that grading standards are explained and available to parents
Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
Model personal behaviors of honesty, fairness, courtesy, and consideration
Maintain a cooperative relationship with administrators, staff, students, and parents
Share appropriate information with parents and with other staff members
Provide documentation of students' progress
Provide timely and accurate feedback/documentation to students, parents, and appropriate staff members
Assign and check homework and provide appropriate feedback to students
Maintain appropriate records of student performance, progress, and development
Build motivation and interest in learning
Exhibit personal interest and encourage student interest in the subject area
Maintain a current awareness of literature/activities in subject area
Maintain an ongoing personal program of professional growth and development
Cultivate and model a respectful working and learning environment
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
Participate in department, school, district, and parent meetings
Perform any and all other duties as assigned by Building Administrators