Teacher K-5

Teacher K-5

Location:

Aspen Ridge Preparatory School, Erie, CO

Reports To:

Principal

Salary range: $56,000-$60,000

Year:

Aspen Ridge Preparatory School employees are a team working together to fulfill the Aspen Ridge mission and vision.

We are travelers on the Aspen Ridge Trailways. Our mission is to think independently, participate in our integrated world, and achieve individual goals to gain knowledge and understanding. We will approach challenges confidently and assist others in our community while learning and growing together on the trail to success.

The Founders of the Aspen Ridge Preparatory School envision a community of students, teachers, parents, and administrators collaborating to create a rigorous, content‑rich learning environment that fosters a lifelong love of learning and gives students a solid base of knowledge to compete in a global society. Students will participate in successful, research‑based curricula in the core content areas, focusing on technology, international experience, natural environment, personal development, and enrichment programs.

Students will be encouraged to think independently and question the world around them. Ongoing assessment of the students, both formally and informally, will take place regularly to ensure individual student goals are attained by adapting instruction appropriately.

To provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. To empower students to think independently, participate in our integrated world, and achieve individual goals to gain knowledge and understanding.

• Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of Aspen Ridge’s curriculum program and show evidence of preparation as required.
• Present subject matter according to guidelines established by federal regulations, Colorado Department of Education, board policies, and administrative rules.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the diverse needs of the students assigned.
• Work cooperatively with other teachers to modify curricula as needed for students with special needs (i.e., Special Education, 504, ELL).
• Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to school requirements.
• Plan and supervise assignments of teacher assistant(s) and volunteer(s), and student teachers.
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.

• Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Assume responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned and approved by the campus principal.
• Be a positive role model for students and support the mission, vision, and beliefs of Aspen Ridge.

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for students’ physical, social, and emotional development.
• Manage students’ behavior per school policies, programs, and student handbook.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.

• Establish and maintain communication with parents, students, administrators, teachers, and support staff.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Use practical communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

• Participate in staff development activities to improve job‑related skills.

• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for classroom teachers.
• Compile, maintain, and file reports, records, and other documents required.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.