About The Position

The classroom teacher has the primary responsibility for planning and delivering the grade level educational program in the classroom and be an active faculty member dedicated to student achievement and growth. The grade level teacher will work closely with other staff to provide an outstanding educational experience for all students and to fully embrace AVA’s mission and vision.

Requirements

  • Successful completion of student teaching
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Hold a current Colorado Teaching License/Authorization
  • Hold appropriate endorsement(s) for Colorado Department of Education
  • Meet all NCLB requirements
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skill regarding the components of effective instruction
  • Demonstrated knowledge of content and teaching methods in area(s) of teaching assignment
  • Demonstrated knowledge of developmental needs of students
  • Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
  • Evidence of ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative relationships with school personnel, students and parents
  • Demonstrated understanding and empathy necessary for working with students and parents

Nice To Haves

  • Previous teaching experience in subject area and/or level desirable, but not necessary
  • Flexible
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Work effectively with staff
  • Strong organization skills
  • Meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
  • Maintains a positive attitude
  • Observes all AVA policies and procedures

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement instruction consistent with AVA’s curriculum for assigned subject area(s)/grade levels
  • Use formal and informal methods to assess the abilities and needs of students
  • Plan and implement effective use of class time
  • Apply principles of teaching/learning to enhance student achievement
  • Utilize teaching methods that are appropriate for the objectives and learners
  • Communicate effectively with learners
  • Provide for and maintain student involvement during instruction
  • Promotes a smooth transition from one learning activity to another
  • Use the evaluation of student outcomes to measure the effectiveness of instruction
  • Communicate student progress to student and parent/guardian
  • Begins class promptly and continues with instruction until the end of the instructional period
  • Uses assessment data results to differentiate instruction in order to increase student achievement
  • Maintain necessary student records
  • Attend to tasks in an effective and organized manner
  • Establish and maintain clear expectations for appropriate behavior
  • Encourage students in participation and performance
  • Is respectful and supportive of students
  • Maintain a positive attitude with students
  • Consistently enforces the dress code and code of conduct
  • Participate in professional growth opportunities
  • Recognize problems and actively contribute to their resolution
  • Collaborate with others to fulfill school goals
  • Demonstrate concern for students’ health and safety
  • Maintain effective communication with parents and staff
  • Follow the staff handbook guidelines and supports all AVA policies and procedures
  • Dress in a professional manner
  • Display a positive attitude
  • Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner
  • Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations or procedures that may be established by AVA administration or Governing Board
  • Provide an environment that promotes AVA’s character education including Capturing Kids Hearts
  • Employee will arrive and be prepared for the day – 7:40am – 4:10pm
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), school paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life insurance, short and long-term disability, and participation in Colorado PERA Benefit Plan.
  • This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, 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, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.
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