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Elementary Teacher K-2

Salida del Sol Academy
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POSITION SUMMARY
Teaches and facilitates learning for elementary grade students in a dual language, Spanish-English school, maintaining academic progress, discipline, and records. Works with teachers, parents, and students to provide and implement classroom education to meet the needs of every student.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree from accredited College or University
  • Must meet Highly Qualified requirements by one of the following:
    • Colorado Teacher’s Certification in Elementary OR
    • Passing score on the Generalist examination AND
      • Any Colorado Teaching Certification OR
      • Having obtained 36 university credits in the specific teaching area
  • Bilingual and biliterate in English and Spanish desired


SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient with computer technologies
  • Strong classroom management of approximately 22 students
  • Ability to implement teaching curriculum programs and instruct students on utilization
  • Ability to be flexible and manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Ability to interpret policy, procedures, and student assessment/testing data


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending upon building assignments and other factors.

  • Support the Mission and Vision of Salida del Sol Academy
  • Sharing your passion in helping young students develop a love of learning
  • Implement Dual Language Instruction lesson cycle and follow program model
  • Instruct and motivate students to find the joy of learning in all content areas.
  • Evaluate student’s progress, records result, and inform students and parents of progress.
  • Maintain discipline in the classroom.
  • Communicate often with parents to discuss student progress and problems.
  • Participate in faculty and professional meetings, school committees, school events, and professional development opportunities.
  • Inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build self-esteem and promote continued success.
  • Be a positive influence for students, compliment them and encourage them to build character.
  • Utilize a variety of learning methods to enhance the student learning experience.
  • Work closely with the Special Education teacher and Interventionists to ensure that student modifications and accommodations are being implemented.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION

  • Annual Salary Range $52,000-$64,130 depending on experience and education. 
  • Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment.
  • Accrued Paid Leave at 8 hours per calendar month worked; Total 80 hours.

 
DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.