Teacher - EDGE - English - High

Douglas County School District • Parker, CO

294d • $51,914 - $108,643

About The Position

Under supervision of the Principal and/or Assistant Principal, teaches and instructs students in academic subject matter, along with social, behavioral, and other educational or related skill areas; plans, develops, organizes, implements, and assesses a comprehensive educational program for students; assists in other school programs as assigned; creates a supportive and flexible program and environment conducive to learning and personal growth according to each student's ability and interests. Encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. The Legend EDGE instructional design emphasizes hands-on, interdisciplinary, project-based learning, personalized to student interest and exploration. We are committed to building a program culture where there is respect and cooperation among every student, adult, and family. Candidates should be open to a dynamic, collaborative, student-driven program where teachers have the freedom to design their curriculum in an innovative and responsive manner. Legend EDGE endeavors to attract passionate, highly qualified educators with a desire to instruct while incorporating interdisciplinary projects with colleagues, engage in learning opportunities with the broader community, and travel with students, creating memorable and lasting learning. Candidates must have a Masters in English, Masters in Communication or a Masters in a related field in order to teach our Concurrent Enrollment offerings in EDGE English. Candidates may also have a Masters in a different area, but have 18 graduate hours of courses in English to qualify as a Concurrent Enrollment instructor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Required)
• Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education
• Masters in English, Masters in Communication or a Masters in a related field to teach Concurrent Enrollment offerings in EDGE English.
• 18 graduate hours of courses in English if the Masters is in a different area.

Responsibilities

• Perform certain duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and supporting certain extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations.
• Participate in department and school meetings, and parent meetings.
• Plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Utilize technology and integrate the use of technology to provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Observe, evaluate, encourage and provide feedback on student's performance and development.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development preparing required reports on students and activities.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Critical illness and accident voluntary insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options
• Paid sick and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree