Teacher Intern-Kinder

Job Description:

Elementary School Teacher Intern

This is a one-year role to prepare a future JICS teacher for the role of Classroom Teacher at a James Irwin Elementary School the following year.

Training Year: $30,000

Salary position;
Plan for extended hours;
Exempt from overtime pay

191 day calendar year

(6-8 weeks of vacation starting at the end of May and ending at the end of July)

Must have a Bachelor’s Degree OR

Must pass the Praxis tests 5205 and 5901 to apply

Committed to the mission/vision of JICS

Personally committed to modeling high standards of character

Positive and professional with all staff, especially under challenging conditions

Belief in the potential of all staff, students, and parents

Coachable

Relational

Compassionate and kind

Effective communicator

Organized

Focused on Student Learning

Ability to utilize data (classroom, behavioral, formative, summative, etc.) to inform instruction

See the information below for the Mission/Vision and Classroom Teacher Job Description. This is the role the Teacher Intern is training to perform the following school year as an independent Classroom Teacher. There is no guarantee that a Teacher Intern will be hired as a Classroom Teacher if the necessary skills have not been developed during their internship year. The expectation is that the Teacher Intern will display initiative to gain the skills needed and be ready for the responsibilities of a Classroom Teacher.

This is an amazing, intensive opportunity for talented, dedicated educators who desire to learn and grow in the role of Classroom Teacher.

The mission of James Irwin Charter Schools is to help guide students in the development of their character and academic potential through academically rigorous, content-rich educational programs.

It is the vision of James Irwin Charter Schools that all students can benefit from a rigorous educational program that challenges them to achieve their academic potential. Further, students will be encouraged to recognize and value scholarship and character. We will provide an environment in which students are known, respected and valued as individuals of potential and promise. Through a sound curriculum based on the great ideas and values of our Western Civilization heritage, students will be prepared to become active and responsible members of the community.

A teacher at James Irwin Charter Elementary School should be an energetic elementary school Teacher (K-5) who is strong in teamwork and communication skills; who effectively uses Direct Instruction curricula and applies these methods for teaching to all the Core Knowledge subjects for that grade level or levels; who uses the Effective Teaching Cycle in fulfilling the coverage of Colorado Academic Standards.

The teacher will need to give clear, sequential instruction; understand early academic needs appropriate to the grade level(s) to be taught; cooperate and collaborate with the Instructional Coaches, Assistant Principal and Principal in all areas of teaching and professionalism; demonstrate the ability to motivate and encourage young students; work cheerfully with administration, staff, students, and parents to fulfill the mission of the school.

The Teacher will also work cooperatively in grade-level teams and will give direction to an Instructional Assistant (IA) who will assist in the classroom in teaching, monitoring, and supporting activities as assigned by the Teacher. The Teacher works closely with the administration (Principal, Assistant Principal, Teacher Trainers, Lead Teachers) of the James Irwin Charter Elementary School to implement and deliver Direct Instruction and teach the Core Knowledge Sequence in effective and positive ways.

The Teacher supports James Irwin Charter Elementary School’s mission and vision. The Teacher maintains impeccable professionalism in all communication, dress, comportment, and interactions. Teachers report to the Principal of James Irwin Charter Elementary School. Position assignments may be adjusted or changed by the Principal.

Mission & Vision: supports and maintains the Mission and Vision of James Irwin Charter Schools.

(Primary Duties – cont.)

Creates a friendly and encouraging atmosphere for students and uses positive, structured classroom management techniques;

Implements the teaching techniques and methods…