Intermediate Teacher

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SALARY INFORMATION

Teachers (including Psychologists, Occupational, Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Counselors) hired into D11 are placed on the appropriate lane and step of the teacher salary schedule based on two factors which include:

a) the educational background of the applicant and
b) the number of years of prior job related experience (the maximum credit granted is 14 years provided the experience occurred in the last 15 years).

The minimum in-hire salary for a this position is $41,667/yr and the maximum salary is $73,046/yr

BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY

Full-Time Regular Employees are eligible for the following Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, District Paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Voluntary Long-term Disability, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, and the Employee Assistance Program.

Teachers: Teachers in this category must work a minimum of .41 FTE (17.5 hours) per week to be eligible for full employee benefits.

ESP and Exec Pro Employees: Must work a minimum of .75 FTE (30 hours) per week to be eligible. If an ESP or Executive Professional employee's hours are decreased to less than 30 hours per week or a teacher's hours decreased to less than 17.5 hours per week, the employee will no longer continue to be eligible to receive the benefits as of the end of the month in which the hours were reduced.

Temporary one-on-one Educational Assistants . Employees in this category who are working at least six hours per day , and have completed two (2) consecutive years of service by July 1st will be changed from temporary status to regular status and will have the same sick leave as a regular status employee.

Retirees Working 30+ Hours/Week or 140 Days: Retirees who satisfy the eligibility requirements of 30 hours or more per week or qualify for one of the District's 140 day slots may be eligible for the 75%/25% or 85%/15% premium share for employee only premium based on the health plan chosen and 70% for all other premium tiers of the plan (employee + spouse, employee + child(ren), and family).

Part-Time Regular Employees are eligible for the following Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and pro-rated sick leave.

ESP and Exec Pro Employees (less than 6 hours a day) and Teachers (working less than 3.5 hours a day): Such employees shall receive pro-rated sick leave, as well as the opportunity to use accumulated sick leave days as personal leave days based on the number of hours worked daily and are not eligible for all available benefits.

See Full and Part-Time Regular Employees Definition for more information.

POSTING CLOSE DATE

This posting will remain Open Until Filled.

JOB DESCRIPTION

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION
This is an instructional position that facilitates students in learning subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible men and women. The employee guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals andin harmony with the goalsestablishes clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects and has the ability to communicate these objectives to students. The work plan employs a variety of instructional techniques utilizing appropriate technology, consistent with limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Displays personal qualities which are appropriate for a professional teacher such as: maintains professional ethics and confidentiality; is open to learning from others and accepts constructive criticism; is a positive role model for students (e.g. is consistent, fair, dependable, responsible, and respectful).

Effective Teachers in the state of Colorado have the knowledge, skills, and commitments needed to provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities and growth for all students. They strive to support growth and development, close achievement gaps and to prepare diverse student populations for postsecondary and workforce success. Effective Teachers facilitate mastery of content and skill development, and employ and adjust evidence-based strategies and approaches for students who are not achieving mastery and students who need acceleration. They also develop in students the skills, interests and abilities necessary to be lifelong learners, as well as for democratic and civic participation. Effective Teachers communicate high expectations to students and their families and utilize diverse strategies to engage them in a mutually supportive teaching and learning environment. Because effective Teachers understand that the work of ensuring meaningful learning opportunities for all students cannot happen in isolation, they engage in collaboration, continuous reflection, on-going learning and leadership within the profession.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
•Implements by instruction and action the district's philosophy of education and instructional content standards and benchmarks (goals and objectives)
•Provides effective instructional strategies and activities for all students in the classroom
•Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of the principal or his/her designated school leader
•Encourages students to set and maintain standards of appropriate classroom behavior
•Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
•Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
•Maintains accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation
•Makes provision for availability to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
•Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and volunteer(s) and, cooperatively with supervisor, evaluates their job performance
•Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required
•Make every student, parent, and visitor feel noticed, welcomed, and valued

OTHER DUTIES
•Performs related work as required

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
•Understands and demonstrates classroom management/instructional strategies to support student achievement
•Integrates technology skills to support the content area(s) and 21st Century Learning
•Knowledge of child and adolescent development
•Knowledge of subject areas, curriculum, and standards-based education
•Knowledge of special education as applied to the needs of the students assigned to the teacher's particular area/classroom
•Knowledge of the general organization and functions of a public school system
•Ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflict with students, parents, and community groups
•Good organization and communication skills
•Demonstrates accomplishments in keeping professionally current

QUALIFICATIONS
•Bachelor's degree in education or other discipline with endorsement meeting teacher licensure requirements
•Appropriate State licensure

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
•Reports to Principal

WORKING CONDITIONS
•The work is performed in a school classroom (environment).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is mostly walking and standing with periods of sitting. Typical positions require workers to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, ladders or scaffolding; bend and crouch; reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; demonstrate an athletic activity or physical exercise; feel the shape, size and temperature of objects; and physically restrain students. The work requires the ability to speak normally, to use normal or aided vision and hearing, and to detect odors.

FLSA STATUS
Exempt

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Colorado Springs School District 11 does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age (40 or older), sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, pregnancy, or gender.
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Location:
Colorado Springs
Job Type:
PartTime

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