Teacher - Centennial

About the Role

This is a full-time teaching position based in Centennial, Colorado, providing direct instruction to students who have experienced trauma and neglect.

Compensation

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this Colorado position is between $50,000 and $68,000 per year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct teaching to students 225 days of the year
• Plan and implement approved curriculum
• Draw up and maintain approved individual written lesson plans
• Supervise students in the lunch room/cafeteria during assigned rotations
• Supervise support staff in the classroom and enlist special skills as needed
• Fulfill requirements for ongoing education (TTE/SEE)
• Work with youth who have emotional and behavioral issues resulting from trauma and neglect, and who display verbal and physical aggression

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have or be eligible to receive a Colorado teaching license OR have a Substitute Teaching License
• Must hold a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Must have experience and strong skills in behavior management
• Must have strong classroom management skills and trauma-informed practices
• Must have the ability to organize and direct other teachers and paraprofessionals
• Strong communication skills are necessary to collaborate with other team members, parents, and other professionals
• Must be highly organized and have knowledge and experience with IEPs and special education laws
• Experience working with students who are on the autism spectrum is preferred but not required
• Special Education Generalist Endorsement is preferred but not required (applicant must have a Special Education Endorsement if looking for a Special Education teaching position)

Requirements

• Must be at least 23 years of age
• Must be able to utilize stress coping techniques during crises
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to perform basic math, reading, and writing
• Must be able to climb a flight of stairs
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds overhead
• Must be able to withstand outside temperatures
• Must have a valid Colorado driver's license or the ability to obtain one with a clean motor vehicle record
• Applicants must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening as a condition of employment, in accordance with Colorado Department of Human Services regulations for child care facilities; this screening includes state criminal background checks, fingerprinting, sex offender registry searches, and abuse and neglect clearances (equivalent background and abuse/neglect checks from other states will also be conducted if the applicant has lived in any other state within the past five years)
• All direct care applicants are required to complete a health evaluation or physical prior to beginning service to confirm they are fit for duty

Benefits

• Insurance benefits include health, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• Paid time off
• Personal leave
• 12 paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• ClassPass – a wellness benefit providing access to a variety of fitness classes, gyms, and wellness experiences to support your health and well-being
• 10% off tuition at CCU for their online programs
• Bonuses
• Flexibility
• Employee assistance program
• May be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Federal Loan Forgiveness Program
• Growth opportunities are available throughout the agency as we love to promote from within

Schedule

This position provides direct teaching to students 225 days of the year.

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