First/Second Grade Teacher
First/Second Grade Teacher
Seeking a full-time 1st/2nd grade teacher to team teach in a multi-age classroom for the 2019-2020 school year. Strong early literacy background is required. Aspen Community School Woody Creek area preferred.
At Aspen Community School, we understand that rigorous academics alone are insufficient to prepare our students for success in a world in which innovation, problem solving, and the ability to work collaboratively are more prized than ever. Our small class sizes (average of 15) ensure that students feel heard and supported by their community. Character, compassion, creativity, and critical thinking skills are hallmarks of ACS graduates.
ACS is a teacher-powered school: Teachers work together to drive decisions concerning curriculum, academic schedules, school calendar, discipline, and take collective responsibility for the success and growth of the school. Teachers at ACS embrace the creative and collaborative nature of a teacher-powered model, because it allows us to make changes that are in the best interests of our students.
Aspen Community School is currently searching for a teacher that shares our mission to join our passionate community of educators and learners.
Teaching Responsibilities and Dispositions, listed but not limited to:
- Establish a safe, respectful learning environment for all students, integrating ACS expectations for academic excellence, relevance, and focus on relationships.
- Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons to first and second grade students within a co-teaching model in Reading, Math, Writing, Social Studies and Science.
- Co-create lessons aligned with current standards, with establish clear objectives and drive instruction through formative and summative assessments.
- Demonstrate a mastery of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials for course(s) taught.
- Differentiate instruction for students based on their educational needs, abilities, and interests.
- Engage parents in the education of their children.
- Strong desire to be a part of a high functioning, positive, and energetic teaching team and community.
Curricula Knowledge (Preferred):
- Balanced Literacy Approach, Workshop Model
- Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing Units of Study, Phonics
- Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA2)
- Investigations Math
Qualification Requirements:
- Current Colorado Teaching License with Elementary endorsement.
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification.
- Degree in Education (Masters preferred)
- Teaching Experience- minimum 3 years.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities.