Academic / MTSS Support Teacher

About the role

This position is for a licensed professional who designs and delivers learning experiences for students in a grade level and/or content area. The role involves organizing and facilitating the learning process using evidence-based instructional practices and applicable technology.

Responsibilities

• Designs and delivers learning experiences for students in a grade level and/or content area.
• Organizes and facilitates the learning process utilizing a variety of evidence-based instructional practices and applicable technology.
• Participates in a community of learning to develop and refine knowledge and skills for the academic, civic, social and emotional success of students.
• Evaluates student progress, makes appropriate adjustments, and communicates student progress.
• Collaborates, reflects, and grows to improve learning opportunities for students.

Requirements

• Absenteeism is not allowed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attains proficient or higher evaluations on established Performance Standards.
• Demonstrates mastery of and pedagogical expertise in the content taught.
• Provides instruction aligned with the Colorado Academic Standards and the organized plan of instruction.
• Develops and implements lessons that connect to a variety of content areas and disciplines; emphasizes literacy and mathematical practices.
• Establishes a safe, inclusive and respectful learning environment for a diverse population of students.
• Fosters a predictable learning environment characterized by acceptable student behavior and efficient use of time in which each student has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and peers.
• Engages students as individuals, including those with diverse needs and interests, across a range of ability levels by adapting their teaching for the benefit of all students.
• Works collaboratively with the families and/or significant adults for the benefit of students.
• Plans and delivers effective instruction and creates an environment that facilitates learning for their students.
• Demonstrates knowledge about the ways in which learning takes place, including the levels of intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of their students.
• Uses formal and informal methods to assess student learning, provide feedback, and to use results to inform planning and instruction.
• Integrates and utilizes appropriate available technology to engage students in authentic learning experiences.
• Establishes and communicates high expectations and use processes to support the development of critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Provides students with opportunities to work in teams and develop leadership.
• Models and promotes effective communication.
• Demonstrates professionalism through ethical conduct, reflection, and leadership.
• Responds to a complex, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrates leadership in the school, the community, and the teaching profession.
• Affirms the progress of students on a regular basis and provides reports as required.
• Complies with applicable state and federal laws, district administrative policies, procedures, and practices, and location requirements.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and district policy.
• Makes provision for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes when required or requested.
• Manages materials and supplies.
• Models appropriate conduct at all times.
• Performs duties as directed by supervisors and administrators.
• Performs non-instructional duties as directed.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students.
• Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for educational support staff and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with supervisor, evaluates their job performance.
• Responds as directed and as necessary in safety and/or crisis situations.
• Supervises volunteers and paraprofessionals where applicable.
• Uses and integrates technology to support professional responsibilities, instruction, data interpretation, and student learning.
• Uses effective conflict resolution.
• Uses feedback and reflects about professional practice to improve teaching and learning.

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor's (Baccalaureate) degree (e.g., B.A., A.B., B.S.) meeting subject, grade level, and/or content area qualifications consistent with Colorado Department of Education and Academy District 20 requirements.
  • Academy District 20, Teacher License: Initial - Colorado Department of Education.
  • Academy District 20, Teacher License: Professional - Colorado Department of Education.

  Skills

  • Adapts to changing technologies and learns functionality of new equipment and systems.
  • Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
  • Creates, accesses, inputs, retrieves, and manipulates information in various software systems.
  • Establishes and maintains accurate record keeping, document management, and filing systems.
  • Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and the general public.
  • Follows oral and written instructions.
  • Greet and interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Maintains confidentiality.
  • Manages simultaneous demands and sets clear priorities.
  • Works independently without direct supervision.
  • Communicates effectively with students and adults in a wide variety of settings.
  • Computer proficiency including office productivity applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team setting.
  • Knowledge of Special Education, other educational programming, and associated legal requirements as related to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher.
  • Promotes a positive climate, culture, and community.
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills.
  • Student-centered and relationship-focused.
  • Understanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational community.
  • Willingness to participate in ongoing training as required.

  Benefits

  Full-time - Regular. Benefits eligibility includes:

  • Compensation Range: $52,800.00-$85,242.00 (Based on education and experience at 100% FTE).
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours: 37.5.
  • Hours Per Day: 7.5 hour(s) per day.
  • Number Of Days Per Year: 183 Days.
  • M-F.

  How to Apply

  New applicants (including current district staff members) must use the Workday application portal. Documents emailed directly to a supervisor will not be considered for application purposes and will not receive a response. A completed online application also includes the following uploaded documents in PDF format:

  • A current resume.
  • Complete undergraduate and graduate transcripts (in color, readable, and reflecting official status where applicable).
  • Applicable Colorado License or evidence of eligibility as indicated in the job posting ("Evidence of Eligibility" means license application with CDE is in process).
  • (Optional) Three current letters of recommendation (ie: within the last 2-3 years).

  Please do not call to request site visits or interviews at the school/location. Please direct all inquiries via the email address indicated on the job posting.