Instructor, Teacher

Goodwill of Colorado•Aurora, CO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor, Teacher holds primary responsibility for the implementation and development of the Excel Center curriculum and the success of its students. The Excel Center is the first free in-seat High School for adult learners 22 years of age and older in Colorado who have not earned a High School diploma. Teachers are committed to continuously improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a team. The Teacher will facilitate learning for students attending Excel Center, meeting students “where they are” and employing a student-centered approach effectively tailoring the instructional strategies to the individual students’ needs approaching instruction with grit, creativity, and innovation. Strategies may include but are not limited to direct instruction, one-on-one instruction, seminars, self-paced lessons, and online learning environments. Teachers employ high-impact instructional practices and motivational techniques. The position will work with the instructional team in meeting the educational objectives and adhering to the Colorado State Standards. This role demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Mission, Vision, and Values, on behalf of Goodwill of Colorado. This is a full-time, year-round, in-person position at the school located in Aurora, Colorado. The incumbent must reside in Colorado and work from the Aurora facility.

Requirements

A Bachelors degree in subject specialty.
Current Colorado Teaching Certification in subject specialty.
Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Articulates thoughts and expresses ideas effectively using oral, written, visual, and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills to comprehend others' needs. Delivers information in person, in writing, and in a digital world. Must have the ability to network with community partners and speak to large audiences.
Plans and attends to details and pursue quality in accomplishing multiple tasks in an organized and timely fashion. Exhibits careful attention to detail and follow-through.
Has working knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office, as well as Student Information Systems.
Identifies and comprehends issues, problems, and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
Creates, collects, reviews, and maintains information to manage or improve the achievement of learning goals.
Maintains effectiveness when experiencing shifts in priorities; adjusts effectively while maintaining a positive learning environment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 2 years Teaching experience post licensing.
Dual licensure (Colorado Teaching Certification).
Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects.
Experience working with adult learners in urban, nontraditional, and/or adult education settings.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards; build lessons around student needs, including online learning tools and content.
Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward academic standards; be accountable for students' mastery of Colorado Academic Standards.
Track and analyze classroom data; use attendance and assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices to achieve learning goals.
Focus constantly on student learning; think critically and strategically to respond to specific student learning needs across ability levels.
Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions aimed at improving student retention, productivity, school culture, and new student orientation.
Communicate student progress effectively with students and colleagues; collaborate with staff/student support specialists to ensure student success.
Work with student support specialists and leadership staff to support students’ progress toward graduation and post-secondary planning.
Review and adhere to 504 recommendations to ensure appropriate accommodation and support for eligible students.
Perform other duties as assigned.