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Technology Teacher and Coordinator

March 7, 2023

Position:

Technology Teacher and Coordinator

12 month position

Position to begin August 1 for the 2023-2024 school year. This position reports to the Director of Operations and is charged with teaching small group technology classes to 345 students and serves as a liaison to Alerio Technology Support group in supporting and leading the school’s technology needs.

 

About Stanley BPS:

Stanley British Primary School, located in Denver’s Lowry neighborhood, is a progressive independent school serving 470 children from transitional kindergarten through 8th grade.  For 50 years, Stanley classrooms have been filled with engaged learners guided by inspired teachers. At Stanley, a child's education goes well beyond academics - our teachers and our instruction principles give children the opportunity to reach their full potential academically, creatively, socially, emotionally and physically. We asked parents, teachers, staff and students to reflect on why they chose Stanley BPS. The answers we heard reflect a place and a philosophy unlike any other in the Denver independent school landscape. Teaching and learning at Stanley goes beyond a simple education. Students here have a chance to play, to choose, to interact and to own and embrace their own learning. SBPS is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive school community. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

 

We value:

  • An inclusive and diverse community
  • Joyfulness
  • Lifelong learning
  • Positive and constructive communication
  • Creativity, flexibility, and resourcefulness
  • An understanding of children and childhood
  • Commitment to making a positive difference in the world

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Technology Teaching and Coaching

  • Teaches technology and STEAM-related classes as assigned; ten Technology/Robotics/ Engineering classes in 345 Division
  • Serves as a point of contact for students that are experiencing trouble with their devices.
  • Supports students in self-advocating and properly using technology and devices.
  • Develops and helps implement the School's educational technology plan and policies.
  • Provides technical curriculum assistance across the TK-8th grade levels regarding hardware usage, software applications, computer technology and the general instructional use of technology in the classroom. 
  • Coordinates online learning platforms.

Technology Coordination

  • Coordinates the development and implementation of a Stanley technology plan that will drive strategic decisions around technology at Stanley.
  • Evaluates and provides recommendations for hardware, software, courseware for potential use in instructional or administrative areas. Partners with Alerio to source equipment.
  • Works with Alerio to maintain a technology and part inventory, ensuring accurate account of what is deployed, in reserve or needs repair and to ensure all school-owned devices are working properly and in the correct location.
  • Coordinates and maintains a technology replacement schedule and forecast to support the budget process and purchasing of equipment.
  • Partners with Alerio to deploy, connect and update devices and train and on-board new faculty and staff on technology and programs.
  • Evaluates usage, provides recommendations and assists with implementation of software (Blackbaud, SchoolPass, Boonli, etc) including but not limited to; yearly rollovers, ongoing data integrity, setting up schedules, generation of report cards, attendance, visitor management and integration of systems.
  • Maintains and operates A/V equipment including occasional after school event needs.
  • Supports the security and validity of School information through the enforcement of school IT security procedures. 
  • Establishes guidelines for sharing equipment campus-wide.
  • Responds timely to technology support inquiries and requests assigned through the ticketing system
  • Meets and consults with the leadership team on the development, maintenance, and effectiveness of data applications; and develops and maintains effective communication and working relationships with administrative and teaching staff.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Participates in all full-staff professional development, and any trainings
  • Involvement in student-life activities including school assemblies, electives, student grade-level meetings

 

Desired Qualifications and Background Experience:

  • Bachelors degree, or higher, two plus years of experience in technology will also be considered.
  • Strong customer service, communication  and troubleshooting skills; ability to research technical problems and solutions.
  • Prior experience with and proficiency with a range of technology including Apple products/devices, ChromeOS and Microsoft Office and Google Apps and working knowledge of networks, networking protocols and a variety of educational technologies.
  • An appreciation for and understanding of Stanley British Primary’s philosophy of education, including the 7 goals for learners of self-awareness, collaboration, respect, curiosity, perseverance, academic resourcefulness, and joyful, lifelong learning
  • A deep enjoyment of working with kids and getting to know them as individual people, honoring and valuing each individual child.
  • A commitment to improving one’s craft and growing professionally, modeling the joyful, lifelong learning we seek to impart on our students; ability and willingness to learn new systems and technology.
  • Experience working in a diverse environment.
  • Highly organized and attentive to detail, able to keep track of a wide variety of dates, deadlines and logistics
  • A willingness to pitch in and help out wherever needed.
  • A self-starter who is attentive to the needs of individual faculty
  • Must be able to pass a background check
  • Meet physical demands to perform essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work full-time, including some evenings and weekends; work in person/in the school building.

Compensation and benefits:

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $60,000 - $70,000 based on experience and education

The salary range listed is just one component of Stanley’s total compensation for employees. Stanley provides excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off in addition to paid fall, holiday and spring breaks, paid parental leave, tuition remission and professional development.  

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanley BPS is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of Stanley BPS, including admissions, employment and access to services and programs.

 

To Apply:

To initiate an application, send a cover letter and resume to:

Susan Farr

Stanley British Primary School

Executive Assistant to the Head of School

[email protected]

 

Interviews will start as resumes are received. We will be accepting resumes until our position is filled.

 

Region: Denver
School: Stanley British Primary School
Job Position: Other Other Teacher

Elementary School Teacher

March 7, 2023

Denver Academy in Denver, Colorado seeks an Elementary School Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year.

Type:

Elementary School Teacher - Full-Time – Faculty

Category:

Elementary School

Degree:

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher

Salary:

Starting salary for first year faculty without teaching experience is $52,000. Salary will be higher for teachers with experience and/or additional qualifications.

Benefits:

You may enroll in Denver Academy’s benefit program if you are classified as a full-time employee and have completed the eligibility waiting period of 30 days. Coverage will begin the first of the month following 30 days of employment. The benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, short/long term disability insurance, life insurance, holiday/vacation pay, and sick leave. Benefits are subject to current Denver Academy policies.

Apply:

Please send your cover letter, resume and DA application to [email protected]

The mission of Denver Academy is to inspire and empower diverse learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education.

Founded in 1972 on the belief that students thrive when taught in the way they learn best, Denver Academy is one of the top schools in the nation dedicated to teaching diverse learners, including those with dyslexia and ADD/ADHD. DA’s innovative learning model is based on the balanced application of classroom management, information processing, and academic literacy. Small class sizes of 12-14 students facilitate differentiated instruction. Flexible placement and several academic levels within each core subject, including Honors classes and advanced coursework, allow faculty to teach to each student’s optimal level. Through this unique approach, students excel in their strengths while receiving the support they need in areas of challenge.

Accountability: Reports to the Dean of Elementary

Position Description: The Denver Academy teacher is responsible for executing Denver Academy’s mission of inspiring and empowering diverse learners through student-centered, differentiated, and transformative education. This includes oversight and responsibility for students, program and day-to-day operations in the classroom. The teacher is also responsible for communicating with parents and acting as a liaison with other division classrooms and the rest of the DA community.

Teaching Responsibilities:

Teaching:

  • Maintains a safe and respectful learning environment
  • Responsible for differentiating effective and purposeful lesson plans to meet the needs of diverse learning styles
  • Works in partnership with Deans, Heads and Program Team for effective delivery of the DA program and content
  • Stays current with the DA program

Management:

  • Effective communication with parents
  • Conferencing as needed with parents during scheduled conference times
  • Maintain electronic attendance and gradebook system
  • Supervision before school, during lunch, and after school
  • Responsible for testing and assessment
  • Responsible for updating student files and anecdotal records
  • Responsible for completing grades and report cards before deadlines

Leadership:

  • Models professionalism in the classroom and amongst the division
  • Positively represents the DA community
  • Models conflict resolution at all levels
  • Models respect and responsibility

Additional Responsibilities (as appropriate):

  • Committees
  • School functions, such as: Admissions Open Houses, Plays and Sporting Events; Elementary School Information Night, Back to School Night, New Parent Orientation
  • In-service attendance and teacher training
  • Additional job-related responsibilities as needed

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap.

Region: Denver
School: Denver Academy
Job Position: Lower School Teacher

Upper School Head Robotics Coach

March 7, 2023

Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 535 students located east of Boulder on a beautiful 112-acre campus, seeks a (part-time) Upper School Head Robotics Coach starting August 1, 2023. This position will work with students after school hours and on weekends as needed. The anticipated time commitment is roughly 410 hours, not including competitions, with the weekly time commitment varying greatly depending on the time of year. During the build season, in January and February, the team will meet at least two hours after school and 15-20 hours on weekends. In March and April the commitment will be more like twice a week for two or three hours after school. The rest of the year will likely be once a week for two to three hours. The new head coach will help determine the exact schedule after they are hired. Dawson is a growing and passionate educational community dedicated to the healthy development and education of all of its students. 

Dawson School Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.

Professional Qualifications

  • Teaching experience preferred

  • An undergraduate degree in related field of education, engineering, computer science, or related field  is required; a graduate degree is preferred 

  • Experience with FIRST Robotics

  • Strong classroom management skills 

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Ability to work productively with technology

  • Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters

Personal Qualities

  • Demonstrate enthusiasm for work with all school constituencies

  • Model school virtues of respect, compassion, courage, and integrity

  • Collaborate and work positively as a member of a team

  • Personal warmth and friendliness

  • Attitude that exemplifies teamwork and personal responsibility

Duties

  • Report to Director of Upper School

  • Organize and monitor the high school FIRST Robotics team.

  • Serve as a liaison between team members, mentors, parents, and volunteers while communicating expectations to parents and students.

  • Inspect and maintain all equipment, overseeing the issuance and collection of equipment.

  • Communicate with sponsoring organizations, purchasing supplies, registering for competitions, creating schedules and team building.

  • Facilitate the team building a robot that can accomplish the team's desired missions.

  • Access partnerships with business/community to garner mentors and funding opportunities.

  • Manage team budgeting, fundraising, and purchasing.

  • Inspire and lead students in science, technology, engineering, and math through establishing goals and timelines.

  • Ensure all youth have an opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the project.

  • Establish ground rules to provide a safe and nurturing environment.

  • Additional duties as deemed necessary by the School.

The salary range for this position is $10,000-$15,000/year. Compensation is commensurate with experience, relevant skills, and number of hours being committed to the program. This position is not eligible for benefits. 

Interested candidates should go to the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org), and click on About Us at the top of the page, click on Employment, scroll to the middle of the page, click the link under JOIN OUR TEAM!, and select the Upper School Head Robotics Coach posting to apply for this position. Only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls please.  Visit: www.dawsonschool.org.

Dawson School Diversity Statement:

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues –- respect, compassion, courage, and integrity — into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.
Region: Boulder Denver
School: Dawson School
Job Position: Other Teacher Upper School Teacher

Lower School Assistant Teacher

March 7, 2023

ABOUT ST. ANNE’S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

St. Anne’s is an independent PS-8 co-educational school enrolling approximately 430 students across the Denver metro area.  We provide an uplifting, nurturing environment where each child is fully supported academically, artistically and athletically.  We build character and integrity upon a spiritual, moral and ethical foundation and strive to foster the development of people who make significant and lasting contributions to society.  Grounded in the values and traditions of our founding Sisters and empowered by their sense of belonging, St. Anne’s graduates know themselves, care for others and strive to serve and improve their communities.

MISSION

St. Anne’s educated minds, enriches hearts, and expands horizons.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Assistant Teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. 

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

  • Promote skills and strategies for a joyful classroom environment

  • Nurture meaningful relationships with students

  • Incorporate lens of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion across the curriculum in both planning and delivery

  • Plan, prepare, and teach specific curricular responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the lead teacher across classroom needs

  • Support classroom neurodiversity and social-emotional spectrum in tandem with the lead teacher

  • Participate in and contribute to communication with families 

  • Utilize technology intentionally and demonstrate an interest in learning about new tools 

  • Actively seek out professional development opportunities

  • Fulfill assigned monitoring duties (i.e., recess, lunch duty, etc.)

  • Reinforce the school’s core values and policies inside and outside the classroom.

  • Contribute to community-wide needs and other duties as assigned

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in education or related field required. 

  • Prior experience working with lower school grades (K-5).

  • Excellent organization, presentation and communication skills.

  • Strong classroom management skills.

  • Commitment to collaboration and team teaching across disciplines.

  • Ability to build a strong rapport with students, families, school personnel and external support providers.

  • Willingness to develop one's own knowledge and skills through professional development.

  • Ability to work and communicate effectively and efficiently with and within a culturally diverse student body, staff, and community.

  • Demonstrated ability to be flexible, visible, resilient, collaborative, and approachable.

  • An enthusiastic and strong work ethic, a team player, and a self-starter.

St. Anne’s Episcopal School is committed to creating a supportive learning environment where all individuals are valued for their unique contributions and are able to achieve their highest potential. We strongly believe that a diverse and inclusive environment is the best learning environment for our students and prepares them to live, work, and thrive in an increasingly global and multicultural community. We reject all prejudice, particularly those based on race, national and ethnic origin, religion, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical characteristics.

St. Anne’s believes that each individual is entitled to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, ancestry, disability genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.  The school’s equal employment opportunity practices extend to recruitment, hiring, selection, compensation, benefits, transfer, promotional opportunities, training, discipline, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment.

SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS 

$34,000 - $40,000 Annually  (Commensurate with Experience)

St. Anne’s offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 403(b) retirement inclusion, long-term disability, life insurance, free lunch and tuition assistance.

Interested candidates can send their cover letter, resume, Philosophy of Education statement, and list of references to Rene Reynolds, Director of Human Resources, at [email protected].

 
Region: Denver
School: St. Anne's Episcopal School
Job Position: Other Teacher

Lower School Administrative Assistant

March 7, 2023

Dawson, a K-12 independent school of 535 students located east of Boulder on a beautiful 112-acre campus, seeks an exceptional Lower School Administrative Assistant, starting August 1, 2023. The  focus of this position will be to greet visitors, perform routine clerical/ administrative duties, administer basic first aid to the students and faculty, and perform special projects as required. The administrative assistant interacts both in person and over the phone with students, faculty, staff, and parents.  Dawson is a growing and passionate educational community dedicated to the healthy development and education of all of its students.  

Dawson School Mission Statement

Dawson School is dedicated to excellence of mind, body, and character. We prepare students through challenging and relevant learning, to become creative, resilient problem-solvers who bring their best to the world.

Professional and Personal Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or above

  • 2+ years experience in office or school setting

  • Proficiency with Mac computers and Google Suite 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Passionate about all aspects of lower school life (K- 5th grade) and working with children

  • Attitude that exemplifies teamwork and personal responsibility

  • Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters

  • Model school virtues of respect, compassion, courage, and integrity

  • Be able to perform well under frequent pressure, in the environment of numerous interruptions from faculty, staff, parents, and students.

  • Personal warmth and friendliness

Responsibilities:

  • Performs a variety of administrative duties for the Director of Lower School. This includes implementation of special events, assemblies, musical performances, art exhibits, guest speakers, and parent meetings, etc.

  • Maintains Lower School attendance records. Calls parents when necessary to make sure all students are present or their whereabouts are known.

  • Administers first aid and medications to students. Maintains all medical/allergy records.

  • Serves as a back up for absences of other staff/faculty members.

  • Participates in department, division, or school task forces or committees

  • Consistently high-quality work with minimal supervision

  • Represent the school in a positive manner

The salary range for this full-time academic year position is $38,000-$44,000. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and 401k. 

Interested candidates should go to the Dawson website (www.dawsonschool.org), and click on About Us at the top of the page, click on Employment, scroll to the middle of the page, click the link under JOIN OUR TEAM!, and select the Lower School Administrative Assistant posting to apply for this position. Only online applications will be accepted. No phone calls please.  Visit: www.dawsonschool.org.

Dawson School Diversity Statement

Dawson actively promotes and embraces the exchange of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds through curricular design, community involvement, and the integration of our four virtues –- respect, compassion, courage, and integrity — into every aspect of our community life. It is our responsibility to provide a safe and inclusive learning environment for all members of our community, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, or religion, as well as to cultivate in each student the ability to make empathetic, socially responsible decisions.

Region: Boulder Denver
School: Dawson School
Job Position: Other

Math Faculty

March 4, 2023 - April 30, 2023

Math Faculty

 

*2023-2024*

 

Fountain Valley School: 

Fountain Valley School, a selective and diverse boarding school, educates 250 students in grades 9–12 on a beautiful 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, CO. Founded in 1930, the School provides a rigorous, global curriculum in academics, arts, athletics and the outdoors. 

 

The Opportunity: 

Fountain Valley School seeks experienced and dynamic educators for a Math teacher position. This position reports directly to the chair of the Math department, and is responsible for teaching classes to students in 9-12 grade. Our math curriculum includes a full range of courses from Algebra to Calculus, Advanced Statistics, Differential Equations and Discrete Math.

 

General Duties:

  • Teach 4 sections of math
  • Demonstrate an ability to foster sustained collaboration and professional growth within a department
  • Show an appreciation for the craft of teaching along with a passion for Math as a discipline

 

Other Duties:

  • Coach two seasons of athletics/afternoon activities
  • Serve as an adviser to a small cohort of students
  • Participate in a class level retreat and help to lead a spring experiential learning trip
  • Participate in committees as assigned by school leadership
  • Serve as a dorm parent in our residential program (1 weeknight a week, 9 weekends a year)

           

Qualifications:

  • Find joy in working with children and in school life
  • Engage with energy, kindness, and a sense of humor
  • Experience enhancing classroom learning with appropriate math technology
  • Demonstrate cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Demonstrate skills in communication and interpersonal relations within and across multiple constituencies
  • Bachelor’s degree with a major in Math; advanced degree or equivalent experience in an independent boarding/day school environment preferred

 

Working Conditions: 

  • COVID Vaccine Policy: Fountain Valley School requires all community members without a medical or religious exemption to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters.
  • Environment: office and indoor classroom working with some outdoor events
  • Physical demands: able to sit and stand for at least 8 hours per day; must be able to lift 40 lb.

 

Salary Range:  $36,000 - $52,000 depending on experience and degrees

 

Contact:

Send letter of application, resume and list of three professional references to:

 

Amanda Dedrick

Fountain Valley School of Colorado

Colorado Springs, CO 80911

fax 719.392.6138

E-mail: [email protected]

 

Region: Colorado Springs/Pueblo
School: Fountain Valley School of Colorado
Job Position: Upper School Teacher

History Faculty

March 4, 2023 - April 30, 2023

History Faculty

 

**2023-2024**

 

Fountain Valley School:

Fountain Valley School, a selective and diverse boarding school, educates 250 students in grades 9–12 on a beautiful 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, CO. Founded in 1930, the School provides a rigorous, global curriculum in academics, arts, athletics and the outdoors.

 

The Opportunity:

Fountain Valley School seeks experienced and dynamic educators for a history teacher position. This position reports directly to the chair of the History department, and is responsible for teaching classes to students in 9-12 grade. Experience teaching U.S. History from both an AP and inquiry and skills-driven perspective is strongly preferred.

 

Teaching Duties:

  • Teach 4 sections of history
  • Demonstrate an ability to foster sustained collaboration and professional growth within a department
  • Show an appreciation for the craft of teaching along with a passion for History as a discipline

 

Other Duties:

  • Coach two seasons of athletics/afternoon activities
  • Serve as an adviser to a small cohort of students
  • Participate in a class level retreat and help to lead a spring experiential learning trip
  • Participate in committees as assigned by school leadership
  • Serve as a dorm parent in our residential program (1 weeknight a week, 9 weekends a year)

 

Qualifications:

  • Find joy in working with children and in school life
  • Engage with energy, kindness, and a sense of humor
  • Demonstrate cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
  • Demonstrate skills in communication and interpersonal relations within and across multiple constituencies
  • Bachelor’s degree with a major in History; advanced degree or equivalent experience in an independent boarding/day school environment preferred

 

Working Conditions: 

  • COVID Vaccine Policy: Fountain Valley School requires all community members without a medical or religious exemption to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters.
  • Environment: office and indoor classroom working with some outdoor events
  • Physical demands: able to sit and stand for at least 8 hours per day; must be able to lift 40 lb.

 

Salary Range:  $36,000 - $52,000 depending on experience and degrees

 

Contact:

Send letter of application, resume and list of three professional references to:

 

Amanda Dedrick

Fountain Valley School of Colorado

Colorado Springs, CO 80911

fax 719.392.6138

E-mail: [email protected]

 

 

 

Region: Colorado Springs/Pueblo
School: Fountain Valley School of Colorado
Job Position: Upper School Teacher

Middle School Language Arts Position

March 3, 2023 - June 1, 2023

St. Mary’s Academy is seeking a Middle School Language Arts Teacher. This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position reporting to the division principal, beginning in August 2023. The position entails teaching Grade 6 language arts, an advisory class, and an elective. The teaching of writing, grammar, and literary analysis are key elements of the Middle School language arts curriculum. The Grade 6 language arts teacher works closely with other teachers across the Academy, and the Middle School faculty as a whole to develop the division’s program. This individual supports the organization by planning, organizing and implementing an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
Region: Denver
School: St. Mary's Academy
Job Position: Middle School Teacher

Middle School Physical Education/Health Teacher & Assistant MS Athletics Director

March 3, 2023

St. Mary’s Academy is seeking a Middle School Physical Education/Health Teacher and Assistant MS Athletic Director. This is a full-time, 10-month, exempt position reporting to the middle school principal, beginning in August 2023. SMA’s Middle School Physical Education & Health program strives to improve the physical and mental ability of all students, through exercise and game play so that students will develop lifelong fitness and health skills. The ideal candidate brings experience developing and teaching physical education & health classes at the Middle School level that are grounded in research-based teaching practices as well as experience supporting athletic programs.
Region: Denver
School: St. Mary's Academy
Job Position: Middle School Teacher Other

Secondary Social Studies Teacher

March 1, 2023

Job Posting – Secondary Social Studies Teacher

Denver Jewish Day School announces the opening of a full-time Social Studies teacher position in the Upper Division. The successful candidate may be asked to teach both middle school Social Studies and high school History classes in addition to serving as a grade level advisor and/ or leading a student club.


Denver Jewish Day School Background: 

Our pluralistic Jewish community day school prepares and inspires Jewish students through an extraordinary secular and Judaic education to live purposefully, act ethically and thrive in the world. Since its founding (with the Lower Division, then Herzl, in 1975, and the Upper Division, then RMHA, in 1979), Denver JDS has aimed to inspire Jewish youth to think critically about the world and prepare them for the role they will play in affecting it through a challenging curriculum, a pluralistic approach to Judaism, and a warm and caring environment steeped in Jewish values. Denver Jewish Day School is the Rocky Mountain region’s only K-12 community Jewish day school, currently with approximately 68 faculty members and 325 students. 

Primary Purpose and Objectives: 

Denver Jewish Day School Upper Division seeks an innovative, creative, knowledgeable teacher of secondary Social Studies for the 2023-2024 school year. Qualified candidates will ideally have a minimum of three years of teaching experience and an advanced degree. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding teaching skills. They will have experience in independent schools, be familiar with best practice in Social Studies and be comfortable employing project-based learning and other student-centered approaches in the classroom. Additionally, they will possess excellent communication skills with students, parents and colleagues. Denver JDS is looking for a candidate who has experience with a diverse population of learners, differentiated instruction and future-ready teaching practices. The successful candidate will be an engaged school community member, and enjoy working collaboratively to foster positive relationships amongst all constituencies.

Qualifications: 

Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree or other advanced certification preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills: 

  • Organizational, communication and interpersonal skills 

  • Knowledge of secondary Social Studies school curricula, standards and best practice

  • Knowledge of future-ready/21st century skills

  • Familiarity with best practices for student engagement, differentiated instruction, and classroom management 

  • Experience and comfort with educational technology preferred 

  • Experience and comfort with project-based learning preferred 

 

Experience: At least three years experience as a classroom teacher preferred.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $42,000-$58,000. This is a full-time position and is eligible for benefits. Denver Jewish Day School offers an excellent benefits package.

 

Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Mrs. Peta Miller, Dean of Student and Faculty Affairs, Upper Division ([email protected])


Region: Denver
School: Denver Jewish Day School
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