Frontline Applicant Tracking - Adams County School District 14

Openings as of 3/29/2025

CLS - Paraprofessional - Special Education

JobID: 7585

Position Type:
  Classified/Classified


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Central Elementary School


Closing Date:
  04/03/2025


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INSTRUCTIONAL
PARAPROFESSIONAL - SPECIAL EDUCATION
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Paraprofessional - General Instructional            FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt                    
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal                                          PAY GRADE: CLS-06
LOCATION: Campus Assigned                                              DAYS: 192
                                                                                               JOB ID & DATE: CLS-02, September 2023

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Special Education Paraprofessionals in a K-12 setting play a crucial role in supporting the education and well-being of students with diverse abilities, including those with significant needs (SN), affective needs (AN), and autism spectrum disorder (LL). This role may involve providing specialized care, including potential diaper changing and assistance with feeding tubes, in compliance with Colorado's special education standards
 
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Completion of coursework related to special education, disability studies, or a related field is preferred.

License or Certification
Colorado Special Education Paraprofessional Certificate or equivalent as required by Colorado state regulations.
Substitute Certification highly preferred
 
Work Experience Required
Previous experience working with students with diverse abilities, including those with significant needs (SN), affective needs (AN), and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is highly preferred.
 
Other Skills and Abilities Required.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with students with diverse abilities.
Comprehensive knowledge of Colorado's Special Education standards, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and Section 504 plans.
Patience, empathy, and the ability to provide specialized care and support to students with unique needs.
Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff.
Physical capability to provide care, including potential diaper changing and assistance with feeding tubes.
Familiarity with assistive technology and adaptive equipment used in special education settings.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
 
KEY FUNCTIONS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
General
• Provide specialized care, which may include potential diaper changing and assistance with feeding tubes, for students with significant needs (SN), affective needs (AN), and autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
• Collaborate with special education teachers and therapists to implement Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and Section 504 plans, ensuring students' unique needs are met.
• Actively engage with students with diverse abilities, adapting instructional methods and providing individualized support.
• Assist in maintaining a structured and safe classroom environment, implementing behavioral strategies outlined in IEPs and 504 plans.
• Prepare and adapt materials and resources to accommodate students with diverse abilities.
• Assist in observing and assessing student progress, documenting observations as required.
• Facilitate the use of assistive technology and adaptive equipment to enhance students' learning experiences.
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents or caregivers regarding students' progress and needs.
• Collaborate with general education and special education teachers across different classroom settings, including significant needs (SN), affective needs (AN), and autism units (Learning Lab LL classrooms).
• Promote the inclusion of students with diverse abilities in classroom activities, fostering a sense of belonging.
   
Other
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to stay current with Colorado's special education standards and best practices.
 
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
 
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The role may involve providing specialized care, including potential diaper changing and assistance with feeding tubes.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in offices, hallways, gyms, classrooms, bathrooms, shops, playgrounds, cafeterias, portable buildings  and pool environments.  The employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.  Employees may be required to work evenings and weekends and attend events where community members are in attendance.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.




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Openings as of 3/29/2025

TCH - Teacher - Technology / Project Based (25/26 SY)

JobID: 7650

Position Type:
  Teacher (Elementary)


Date Posted:
  3/28/2025


Location:
  Central Elementary School


Closing Date:
  04/04/2025


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TEACHER (ELECTIVE - ELEMENTARY)
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Elective (Elementary)         FLSA STATUS: Exempt                         
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal                          PAY GRADE: TCH
LOCATION:  Assigned Building                             DAYS: 188
                                                                              JOB ID & DATE:   TCH-02 | June, 2023

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the elective academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.  All employees of the district are expected to act with integrity, support the organizational goals, utilize feedback to improve instructional performance, and commit to championing the needs of our students.
 
Wellness Specific
Using our district Social Emotional Learning curriculum, ReThink, the Wellness  Teacher will support the social emotional learning and needs of students from kindergarten through fifth grade.  They will also integrate specific skills as communicated by regular classroom teachers.
 
Physical Education Specific
Provide individualized physical education instruction or services to children
 
Music Education Specific
Provide individualized music education instruction or services to children
 
Art Education Specific
Instructs pupils in art, such as painting, sketching, designing, and sculpturing; Prepares lesson plans and establishes course goals. Provides individual and group instruction designed to meet individual needs and motivate students.
 
 
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or
General qualifications of a teacher as prescribed by the State Department of Education

License / Certification Required
Must possess or qualify for a Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement or content specific area
 
Work Experience Required
One year residency, student teaching, or classroom experience preferred
 
Other Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledgeable of state curriculum standards
Bilingual Endorsement preferred
Regular attendance is essential
 
 
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.   
 
  
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
 
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual students.  Design instructional activities which enhance the objectives and which reflect an interdisciplinary/thematic approach to teaching.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the district, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Uses technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
   
STUDENT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Showcase the academic performance of students.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
   
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct / student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
   
COMMUNICATIONS
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
 
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with the Colorado Department of Education, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
   
POLICY, REPORTS, AND LAW
 
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal and the Superintendent of Schools.
 
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY
 
• Compile and maintain records of instructional materials and supplies.
 
 
JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

WELLNESS
 
• Directly teach social and emotional skills, emotion regulation strategies, and conflict resolution skills to individual students and small groups.
• Proactively identify ways to increase inclusion opportunities for students.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to understand student needs, identify appropriate interventions, and modify curriculum for students as needed.
• Gather and analyze data to monitor student progress towards goals.
•  As needed, meet with parents, counselors, and agency representatives regarding SEL or behavioral issues.
 
MUSIC EDUCATION
 
• Create a love for music in every child.
• Create a classroom atmosphere that is inviting, encouraging, welcoming and safe for every child.
• Create an environment so that every child could not possibly imagine not singing for years to come.
• Create performance independence in every child.
• Reinforce sight-reading skills.
• Work closely with campus administration, carefully select performances that are age appropriate and meet appropriate community standards. Literature selected for performance should be: Musically challenging at a developmentally appropriate level, Music lyrics should support Adams 14 and/or campus goals, Create music performances that encourage full campus involvement and parent participation.
• Create music performances that move smoothly and seamlessly with limited stoppages and little or no wasted time.
 
ART EDUCATION
 
• Teach knowledge and skills in art, including drawing, painting, lettering, and art history,
• Provide instruction by which students develop aesthetic concepts and appreciations and the ability to make qualitative judgments about art
•  Demonstrate techniques in activities such as drawing and painting
•  Understand the versatility of acrylic paints: dry brushing, staining, layering, underpainting, monoprinting
•  Understand a variety of “masters” techniques
•  Knows and can apply elements of design and modern principles of art
•  Knows the fundamentals and different approaches to drawing media technique
•  Provide individual and small-group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students with varying intellectual and artistic abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities
•  Instruct students in proper care and use of tools and equipment
•  Organize storage areas and control use of materials, equipment and tools to prevent loss or abuse, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection
•  Select and requisition books, instructional materials, tools, instructional aids, and maintain required inventory records
•  Plan and present art displays and exhibitions designed to exhibit students’ work for the school and the community
•  May sponsor exhibits from outside the school
•  Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs, such as after school art club
 
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
 
• Prepare/set up a gym prior to the first day of school.
• Set up equipment prior to class.
• Provide an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Prepare and implement lesson plans, providing for appropriate learning experiences for each student.
• Establish and enforce rules of conduct; supervise students in the gymnasium and cafeteria, or outside on the blacktop or athletic fields.
• Participate in school-wide behavioral programs, document student behavior and make necessary referrals.
• Demonstrate skills being taught; assist students in performing skills.
• Teach safety rules related to each activity.
• Assess fitness levels; perform fitness testing twice a year.
• Research, and order physical education and recess equipment.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate field day; develop activities; set up for activities.
• Monitor and evaluate student skill levels and outcomes.
• Maintain student records following established procedures and practices.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
 
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment including classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, playgrounds, gyms, and other spaces accessible to students.  The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.




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Openings as of 3/29/2025

TCH - Teacher - Special Education (SSN) (25/26 SY)

JobID: 7425

Position Type:
  Teacher (Elementary)/Elementary Teacher


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Central Elementary School


Closing Date:
  04/03/2025


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TEACHER
TEACHER (SPECIAL EDUCATION - ELEMENTARY)
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Special Education (Elementary)             FLSA STATUS: Exempt                         
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal                                              PAY GRADE: TCH
LOCATION:  Assigned Building                                                 DAYS: 188
                                                                                                  JOB ID & DATE: TCH-30 | June, 2023

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
The Special Education Teacher position is to provide exceptional educational support and guidance to students with diverse learning needs, ensuring that they receive an inclusive and tailored education. The teacher collaborates with colleagues, parents/guardians, and specialists to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) that address the unique strengths and challenges of each student. Special Education Teachers play a vital role in creating an environment where students with disabilities can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. They facilitate the development of students' skills and abilities while promoting independence and self-advocacy.
 
 
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or
General qualifications of a teacher as prescribed by the State Department of Education


License / Certification Required
Must hold an active Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement
Must hold an active Colorado teaching certificate with Special Education endorsement.
 
 
Work Experience Required
One year residency, student teaching, or classroom experience preferred
 
Other Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledgeable of state curriculum standards
Bilingual Endorsement preferred
Regular attendance is essential
 
 
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.    
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

GENERAL
 
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): 
• Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized education plans (IEPs) for students with special needs, ensuring that goals and objectives are tailored to each student's unique abilities and challenges.
• Collaborate with parents/guardians, educational specialists, and other professionals to create comprehensive IEPs that address academic, behavioral, and social-emotional goals.
• Monitor and track progress towards IEP goals, making adjustments as necessary to support student growth.
• Adapt and modify the general curriculum to meet the specific needs of students with disabilities, providing differentiated instruction and materials.
• Create and implement engaging lesson plans that align with IEP goals and accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Utilize a variety of evidence-based instructional methods and assistive technologies to support student learning.
• Differentiate instruction to address the diverse needs and abilities of students in the classroom.
• Monitor and assess student progress, adjusting instructional strategies as necessary to meet individual learning goals.
• Collaborate with special education colleagues, general education teachers, and support staff to ensure a coordinated and cohesive approach to student support.
  
   
STUDENT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Showcase the academic performance of students.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
   
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct / student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
   
COMMUNICATIONS
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
   
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with the Colorado Department of Education, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
  
   
POLICY, REPORTS AND LAW
 
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations related to special education services.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including IEP documentation, assessment results, and progress reports.
 
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES 
• Compile and maintain records of instructional materials and supplies.
SUPERVISION
Special Education Instructional Paraprofessionals may be assigned.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
 
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment including classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, playgrounds, gyms, and other spaces accessible to students.  The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.




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TCH - Teacher - Kindergarten Dual Language (25/26 SY)

JobID: 7606

Position Type:
  Teacher (Elementary)/Elementary Teacher


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Central Elementary School


Closing Date:
  04/03/2025


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TEACHER
TEACHER (GENERALIST - ELEMENTARY)
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Generalist (Elementary)              FLSA STATUS: Exempt                         
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal                                   PAY GRADE: TCH
LOCATION: Assigned Building                                       DAYS: 188
                                                                                       JOB ID & DATE: TCH-01 | June, 2023

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.  All employees of the district are expected to act with integrity, support the organizational goals, utilize feedback to improve instructional performance, and commit to championing the needs of our students.
 
Elementary Specific
A successful Elementary Teacher will understand the basic subjects taught in grade school and be comfortable teaching classes to grades 1 through 6. Teachers should also understand childhood development and be able to communicate effectively with children ages 5 through 12.
 
Kindergarten | Early Childhood Specific
A Kindergarten Teacher, or Early Childhood Educator, is responsible for supervising children and guiding their development so they have the foundation to succeed in elementary school. Their duties include developing age-appropriate lesson plans for students with different abilities, teaching social skills through guided activities and assessing student projects.
 
 
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or
General qualifications of a teacher as prescribed by the State Department of Education


License / Certification Required
Must possess or qualify for a Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement
Teachers in grades K-3 required to meet ReadAct requirements
Dual Language Teachers required to hold CLDE or appropriate credentials
 
Work Experience Required
One year residency, student teaching, or classroom experience preferred
 
Other Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledgeable of state curriculum standards
Bilingual Endorsement preferred
Regular attendance is essential
 
 
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.    
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual students.  Design instructional activities which enhance the objectives and which reflect an interdisciplinary/thematic approach to teaching.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the district, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Uses technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
   
STUDENT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Showcase the academic performance of students.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
   
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct / student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
   
COMMUNICATIONS
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
   
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with the Colorado Department of Education, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
   
POLICY, REPORTS AND LAW
 
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal and the Superintendent of Schools.
 
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
 
• Compile and maintain records of instructional materials and supplies.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
 
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment including classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, playgrounds, gyms, and other spaces accessible to students.  The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.




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TCH - Teacher - 4th Grade Dual Language (25/26 SY)

JobID: 7628

Position Type:
  Teacher (Elementary)/Elementary Teacher


Date Posted:
  3/27/2025


Location:
  Central Elementary School


Closing Date:
  04/03/2025


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TEACHER
TEACHER (GENERALIST - ELEMENTARY)
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Teacher - Generalist (Elementary)              FLSA STATUS: Exempt                         
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal                                   PAY GRADE: TCH
LOCATION: Assigned Building                                       DAYS: 188
                                                                                       JOB ID & DATE: TCH-01 | June, 2023

JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.  All employees of the district are expected to act with integrity, support the organizational goals, utilize feedback to improve instructional performance, and commit to championing the needs of our students.
 
Elementary Specific
A successful Elementary Teacher will understand the basic subjects taught in grade school and be comfortable teaching classes to grades 1 through 6. Teachers should also understand childhood development and be able to communicate effectively with children ages 5 through 12.
 
Kindergarten | Early Childhood Specific
A Kindergarten Teacher, or Early Childhood Educator, is responsible for supervising children and guiding their development so they have the foundation to succeed in elementary school. Their duties include developing age-appropriate lesson plans for students with different abilities, teaching social skills through guided activities and assessing student projects.
 
 
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or
General qualifications of a teacher as prescribed by the State Department of Education


License / Certification Required
Must possess or qualify for a Colorado teaching certificate with an elementary education endorsement
Teachers in grades K-3 required to meet ReadAct requirements
Dual Language Teachers required to hold CLDE or appropriate credentials
 
Work Experience Required
One year residency, student teaching, or classroom experience preferred
 
Other Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
Knowledgeable of state curriculum standards
Bilingual Endorsement preferred
Regular attendance is essential
 
 
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board’s policy on evaluation of professional personnel.    
 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES
• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required. Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for differences in individual students.  Design instructional activities which enhance the objectives and which reflect an interdisciplinary/thematic approach to teaching.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, equipment, and technology that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and present subject matter according to guidelines established by the district, board policies, and administrative regulations.
• Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities.
• Work cooperatively with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students according to guidelines established in Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Work with other members of staff to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements.
• Uses technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
• Plan and assign work to instructional aide(s) and volunteer(s) and oversee completion.
   
STUDENT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Showcase the academic performance of students.
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Be a positive role model for students; support the mission of the school district.
   
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATION
• Create classroom environments conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct / student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
   
COMMUNICATIONS
• Establish and maintain a professional relationship and open communication with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
   
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
• Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.
• Comply with the Colorado Department of Education, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.
   
POLICY, REPORTS AND LAW
 
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the building principal and the Superintendent of Schools.
 
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
 
• Compile and maintain records of instructional materials and supplies.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
 
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment including classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, playgrounds, gyms, and other spaces accessible to students.  The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.

Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.




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