Middle School Social Studies Teacher
About The Position
High Point Academy (HPA) is seeking a Middle School Social Studies Teacher for the 26-27 school year. HPA is a wellness school that emphasizes academic excellence, character education, and high-quality work through project-based learning guided by EL Education principles. The school serves a diverse student population from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade and is committed to fostering strong relationships between students, staff, and families. The role involves driving student learning, delivering curriculum, creating a positive classroom environment, and engaging in continuous professional development. Collaboration with colleagues, administrators, and families is essential, as are various school duties and supporting inclusive learning environments for all students.
Requirements
- Must have a Bachelor's Degree in any field and the willingness/ability to enroll in a program to obtain licensure.
- Strong commitment to working with diverse racial/cultural populations is required.
Nice To Haves
- Colorado teaching credential is preferred
- Experience with EL Education or project-based learning preferred
Responsibilities
- Drive student learning to growth and proficiency outcomes by using data.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the content, central concepts, inquiry, appropriate evidence-based instructional practices, and specialized characteristics of the disciplines being taught.
- Deliver lessons in accordance with given curriculum and schoolwide coaching.
- Create and maintain a connected and positive classroom environment for all students.
- Be the owner of your development by engaging in professional development, directing your own learning, and being a lifelong learner.
- Lead social emotional learning and building relationships, develop executive functioning, and joy for a cohort of students.
- Collaboration with colleagues, coaches, administrators, service providers, and families.
- School duties including arrival and dismissal, lunch and recess, and classroom coverage.
- Support and inclusive learning environment for all learners to succeed and grow including students with identified needs through 504s, GT, Sped, and English Language Development.
- Professional behavior and communication is required.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor or Executive Director.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Zero cost mental health support through a virtual provider
- PERA contribution for retirement savings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
