Grammar School Teacher 3rd gr Classical Charter School for SY 2026

Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver•Brighton, CO

6d•$45,000 - $52,000•Onsite

About The Position

We seek a Third Grade teacher to join our growing school! Our teachers model good character and teach phonics-based literacy, Singapore math, and the great ideas and works of history, science, and literature. We seek teachers with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, a warm rapport with students, clear communication with parents, and a can-do attitude to join our team. The ideal candidate will be organized, diligent, and devoted to helping students grow in wisdom and virtue.

Requirements

Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 36 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (Colorado Teaching license is NOT required).
Adherence and loyalty to the school and ACACS's mission and vision and adherence to all school policies.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
Creative problem-solving skills
Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
Willingness to perform other related duties as requested
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer
Must be able to supervise outdoor duties

Responsibilities

Prepare unit and lesson plans and teach specific curriculum in Singapore Math, Well Ordered Language, and writing through the Institute for Excellence in Writing, as well as literature, poetry, history, and science in alignment with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide for each school year
Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
Foster professional relationships with faculty and staff
Model moral character in line with the school's core virtues and the pursuit of Good, True, and Beautiful
Assign, collect, grade, and return graded work in a timely manner
Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year)
Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
Collaborate with Students Services team to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
Communicate regularly, usually weekly, with parents
Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
Participate in professional development as offered by ACAND and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
Maintain confidentiality in student records
Maintains a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
Complete all required training and provide documentation as well as official college transcripts within 90 days of hire date
Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
Perform other duties as assigned