Modern Foreign Language Teacher PT at Classical Charter School

Job Title: Modern Foreign Language Teacher PT

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ)

FLSA Status: Exempt .5 FTE

Reports to: Dean of Upper School

Work Hours/Days: Faculty calendar, M-F, School days, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. and professional development days

Wage Range: $23, 250-$27,500

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you want a greater role in training the hearts and minds of the next generation in a classical, content-rich education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion, who love learning and work as a team to train up future citizens of high moral character?

We seek teachers with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, warm rapport with students, clear communication with parents, and a can-do attitude to join our team. This position involves teaching a combination of 10th & 11th grade foreign language class, or other courses (based on qualifications/experience) for a combination of to 5 classes. You may be asked to provide coverage for other teachers as needed.

The ideal candidate will be organized and devoted to helping students grow in wisdom and virtue.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare unit and lesson plans for all courses in alignment with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide for each school year
• Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Assign, collect, grade and return graded work in a timely manner
• Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year)
• Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
• Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
• Collaborate with Student Services team to meet the requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Communicate regularly, usually weekly, with parents
• Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
• Participate in professional development as offered by ACACS and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
• Maintain confidentiality in student records
• Maintains a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Complete all required training and provide documentation as well as official college transcripts within 90 days of hire date
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in foreign language, Classical Studies, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience (Teaching license NOT required).
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Adherence to all school policies.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with students, parents, and colleagues
• Creative problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer
• Must be able to supervise outdoor duties

Mandatory Background Checks:
In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors…