Middle School ELA Teacher

Aspen Ridge School•Erie, CO

2d•$56,000 - $60,000

About The Position

To provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. To empower students to think independently, participate in our integrated world, and achieve individual goals to gain knowledge and understanding.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Valid Colorado teaching license with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
Teaching License required and needs to be uploaded to the application
General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Knowledge of subjects assigned
Ability to research and develop teaching units
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Successful teaching experiences, successful student teaching experience, or approved internship
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, policy, expectation documents, staff agreements, and evaluation rubric documents.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, parents, staff, teachers, and school administrators.
Be able to meet the mental demands of teaching assignments (i.e., maintain emotional control under stress).
Be able to meet the physical needs of teaching assignments (i.e., frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing).
Be able to maintain an environment conducive to teaching and learning (i.e., moving media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipment).

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of Aspen Ridge’s curriculum program and show evidence of preparation as required.
Present subject matter according to guidelines established by federal regulations, Colorado Department of Education, board policies, and administrative rules.
Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the diverse needs of the students assigned.
Work cooperatively with other teachers to modify curricula as needed for students with special needs (i.e., Special Education, 504, ELL).
Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to school requirements.
Plan and supervise assignments of teacher assistant(s) and volunteer(s), and student teachers.
Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and approved by the campus principal.
Be a positive role model for students and support the mission, vision, and beliefs of Aspen Ridge.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students' physical, social, and emotional development.
Manage students’ behavior per school policies, programs, and student handbook.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
Establish and maintanication with parents, students, administrators, teachers, and support staff.
Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
Use practical communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervise teacher assistant(s), volunteer(s), and student teacher(s) as assigned.