Grammar School Teacher grade 3 to 6 Classical Charter School yr 2026 to 27

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction•Grand Junction, CO

5d•$46,500 - $60,000

About The Position

Job Title: FY 26-27 Grammar School Teacher 3-6 Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ) FLSA Status: Exempt Reports to: Dean of Faculty Work Hours/Days: M-F, School days, and professional development/work days Salary Range: $46,500-$60,000 Desired Start Date: August 2026 Please note all teachers will need to be able to attend training in Hillsdale, MI, for up to 10 days in June. ACACS and Hillsdale cover travel to the conference, lodging, and food.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 36 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (Colorado Teaching license is NOT required)
Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
All faculty will be required to participate in a study of Tried and True by Daniel Copeland and The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Willingness to support the school leadership team as needed
Willingness to perform other 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, or standing to teach
Must be able to supervise outdoor recess

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, Actively seek collaborative relationships with parents and mentor students in the pursuit of their own flourishing
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 ACAGJ 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
Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
Perform other duties as assigned