Science Teacher (INR)

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•$52,800 - $85,242•Onsite

About The Position

A licensed professional who designs and delivers learning experiences for students in a grade level and/or content area. The teacher organizes and facilitates learning using evidence-based instructional practices and applicable technology, participates in a learning community to develop and refine professional knowledge and skills, evaluates student progress and makes appropriate instructional adjustments, communicates progress, and regularly collaborates and reflects to improve student learning opportunities. The teacher provides instruction aligned with Colorado Academic Standards and the organized plan of instruction, plans and delivers effective lessons, differentiates instruction for students’ academic, social, emotional, and health needs, and creates a safe, inclusive, respectful, and productive learning environment. The role includes assessing and reporting student progress, maintaining required records, supervising students, communicating with families, managing materials and supplies, and complying with applicable laws, district policies, and school requirements. The teacher may also plan and supervise assignments for educational support staff and volunteers, and respond to safety or crisis situations as directed. The position operates primarily independently and frequently with others in a professional school environment, indoors regularly and outdoors occasionally. The teacher works scheduled school/work hours and may be required to work extended hours or days as directed. The role is directly responsible for the health, safety, welfare, and education of students.

Requirements

Bachelor’s (Baccalaureate) degree, such as a B.A., A.B., or B.S.
Meet subject, grade level, and/or content area qualifications consistent with Colorado Department of Education and Academy District 20 requirements.
Hold an Initial or Professional Teacher License from the Colorado Department of Education, or provide evidence of eligibility as indicated in the posting.
Demonstrate knowledge of content, central concepts, inquiry, appropriate evidence-based instructional practices, and specialized characteristics of the disciplines taught.
Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to assigned students’ needs.
Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn new equipment and systems.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and interact effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings.
Ability to create, access, input, retrieve, and manipulate information in software systems; computer proficiency including office productivity applications.
Ability to maintain accurate records, document management, and filing systems, and to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and professions, including students, families, colleagues, administrators, and the public.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions, work independently without direct supervision, and manage simultaneous demands and clear priorities.
Demonstrated teamwork, organizational, time-management, cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
Student-centered and relationship-focused; committed to education of students as a primary responsibility.
Demonstrate professionalism and qualities including compassion, integrity, respect, responsibility, reliability, and trustworthiness.
Detail-oriented, energetic, creative, innovative, and flexible.
Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds (or possibly more depending on assignment and student need), and physically restraining students when necessary.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree.
Willingness to teach concurrent enrollment or other Career and Technical Education (CTE) classes.

Responsibilities

Report consistently for work as scheduled and perform other duties as assigned.
Attain proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards.
Demonstrate mastery of the content and pedagogical expertise appropriate to the teaching assignment.
Provide instruction aligned with Colorado Academic Standards and the organized plan of instruction.
Develop and implement lessons that connect content areas and disciplines and emphasize literacy and mathematical practices.
Establish a safe, inclusive, respectful, predictable learning environment for a diverse population of students.
Adapt teaching to support students with diverse needs, interests, and ability levels.
Collaborate with families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students.
Plan and deliver effective instruction and create an environment that facilitates learning.
Assess student learning using formal and informal methods, provide feedback, and use results to inform planning and instruction.
Integrate appropriate technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences and support instruction, data interpretation, professional responsibilities, and student learning.
Establish and communicate high expectations and support the development of students’ critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Provide opportunities for students to work in teams and develop leadership; model and promote effective communication.
Demonstrate professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, leadership, and high standards of professional conduct.
Link professional growth to professional goals and use feedback and reflection to improve teaching and learning.
Demonstrate leadership in the school, community, and teaching profession.
Assess student progress regularly and provide reports as required.
Comply with applicable state and federal laws, district administrative policies and procedures, and location requirements.
Ensure students are supervised at all times and follow policies and procedures regarding student health, safety, welfare, and education.
Implement the district’s educational philosophy, instructional goals, and objectives through instruction and action.
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
Be available to students and parents for education-related purposes when required or requested.
Manage materials and supplies and model appropriate conduct.
Perform duties as directed by supervisors and administrators, including non-instructional duties.
Plan a program of study that meets students’ individual needs, interests, and abilities.
Plan and supervise purposeful assignments for educational support staff and volunteers and, cooperatively with a supervisor, evaluate their job performance.
Supervise volunteers and paraprofessionals where applicable.
Respond as directed and as necessary in safety and/or crisis situations.
Use effective conflict resolution.
Work days, hours, locations, and assignments as directed by the supervisor within the position responsibilities.