What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nature Study & Science Teacher Homeschool Enrichment Program position at Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County?
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Nature Study & Science Teacher
Location : Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County Home School Enrichment, Centennial, CO
FLSA Status : Exempt
Reports to : Homeschool Dean
Work Days : Part-time (approximately 30 hours per week) Aug.-May
In-person Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8 : 00-3 : 30 (the remaining work hours for planning and preparation can be done at home throughout the week)
Desired Start Date : February 2024
Salary Range : $32,000-$40,000 annually
Position Summary :
Are you passionate about classical education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion and want to expand awareness and understanding of the liberal arts? Do you want to help train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education?
The Ascent Classical Homeschool Enrichment Program is a tuition-free enrichment day offered to home-educated students. We provide homeschooled students with a classical academic enrichment program based in the liberal arts and sciences that supports and enriches their home education and cultivates a community of friendship and learning.
Read more about the distinctive of this program here :
https : / / sites.google.com / dc.ascentcolorado.org / ascent -homeschool / home
We are looking for someone with high standards of excellence, a professional demeanor, and a can-do attitude to join our team and to help us build for the future. A successful candidate will have previous classroom experience working with elementary or middle school students. They will demonstrate enthusiasm and knowledge of the classical tradition, as well as expertise in the field of science. They will desire to partner with parents and their home-educated students. Candidates should desire to work in a collaborative environment. They should be professional and well-organized and exhibit intellectual curiosity.
Candidates must attach a cover letter and resume, and three character references to their application.
Essential Functions :
- Promote the school's mission and vision
- Engage students with a love of learning science and nature
- Create an atmosphere of excellence paired with engagement and joyful learning
- Use a curriculum map outline to create weekly lessons
- Guide students in the ability to observe and appreciate the natural world
- Teach science concepts and nature journaling
- Teach four sections of nature study to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade
- Teach two middle school science classes on Mondays
- Build an excellent school culture by holding students and staff to high academic and behavioral standards and modeling our school's seven core virtues
Requirements :
Physical Requirements :
Benefits Available :
Candidates must attach a cover letter and resume, and three character references to their application.
Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS) is a network of public charter schools in Colorado comprised of four campuses. The governing Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group (MEG) to provide employment services for all staff at ACACS. Through this partnership, MEG provides employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services, and access to a 401(k) plan. For naming purposes, Minga Education Group is the employer.
Mandatory Background Checks : In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a biometric background check, which 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 :
Verification of Qualifications : You will be asked to provide verifiable proof for roles that demand specific qualifications or certifications (such as teaching credentials). We also conduct reference checks to validate your professional history and qualifications.
Adherence to Colorado Education Laws : Our recruitment process strictly follows the guidelines and regulations set forth by the Colorado Department of Education. We expect all applicants to be familiar with and adhere to these standards.
This employer utilizes E-Verify
Salary : $32,000 - $40,000
