Part-Time Middle School Latin Teacher-Classical Education
Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Denver
- Brighton, CO
- Permanent
- Part-time
- 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
- 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 Students Services team to meet 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 ACAND 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
- Performs other related duties as directed
- Bachelor's degree in Latin, Classical Studies, English, or a related field, or equivalent experience (Teaching license NOT required).
- Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
- Commitment to classical education and to the high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
- Knowledge of classical education (or the willingness and desire to learn)
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
- Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
- Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- Willingness to complete other related duties as requested
- Eligibility to work in the United States
- After an offer is accepted, a satisfactory background check as required by state law and the Colorado Department of Education
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
- Must be able to traverse classroom
- Competitive compensation
- Percentage match to retirement accounts
- Assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions
- Paid time off and sick pay