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Upper School Humanities Teacher (Middle School)

Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County
Lone Tree, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 3/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

Do you want to grow your career in an American Classical Education, helping students to live responsible, courageous and virtuous lives? Join us at our flagship school, Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County located in Lone Tree, Colorado, in the southeast Denver metro area. Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County is currently hiring upper school teachers.

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools (ACACS) is dedicated to the intellectual and moral betterment of students and encourages teachers to take their own moral and intellectual improvement seriously as part of a supportive and excellence-driven culture. At Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, well-educated and articulate faculty utilize direct instruction to convey real knowledge to students using traditional teaching methods.

Responsibilities

Qualified candidates will have a strong background in the subject matter, demonstrate high moral character, and embrace the virtues of a democratic society. The successful candidate will also foster professional friendships with faculty and staff, seek collaborative relationships with parents, and mentor students in the pursuit of their own flourishing.

  • Humanities Teacher

Teaching courses in middle- and high-school humanities, including grammar & composition, logic & rhetoric, political & moral philosophy, and civics (government, economics, and politics)

  • Cultivating virtue through instruction, mentorship, and programming
  • Participating in Upper School House System as faculty mentor
  • Maintaining professionalism in conduct and communication, striving to exemplify our core virtues
  • Minimum Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or higher
  • For co-curricular subjects (art, music, physical education), teachers with a bachelor's degree in the subject taught are preferred, or at a minimum 36 hours of higher education credit in the subject area of instruction. (In some cases, a passing grade in a content exam will suffice.)
  • Dedication to the value of a rigorous liberal arts education
  • Loyalty to the school and ACA's mission and vision
  • Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues and the pursuit of the Good, True, and Beautiful
  • Adherence to all ACA policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies.
  • Desired Start Date

    Immediately, full-time, with preliminary training available in June for new or new-to-classical teachers. New-to-classical and apprentice teachers are provided mentoring and support to learn their craft well, being supported and mentored by veteran teachers within the ACA network as well as the headmaster and director of curriculum and instruction.

    Compensation Range and Particulars

    45 ,000 to $55,000 annually , highly dependent on class load, experience and skill set. Pay is spread evenly over 12 months. Depending on funding and enrollment, performance pay may also be available.

    Benefits Available

  • Competitive compensation package including performance pay and stipends available
  • Employee-only coverage for group medical, dental, and vision plan; dependent coverage available
  • Health savings account with employer contributions with qualifying election
  • Short- and long-term disability and life insurance plans
  • Retirement investment account with employer match
  • Paid time off for a wide array of health reasons for employees and dependents, consistent with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Free employee benefit and healthcare guidance
  • Paid leave for qualifying events under Colorado Family and Medical Leave Act Insurance (FAMLI)
  • Robust teacher training including several weeks of on-site training
  • Schedule and Classification

    Full-Time Exempt

    About Ascent Classical Academies

    Ascent Classical Academy is based in Colorado delivering a content-rich curriculum in the liberal arts and sciences, with underlying principles in the Western tradition of the study of history, literature, philosophy, and fine arts. Our American Classical Education includes, among other things, the study of Latin; a rich examination of American literary, moral, philosophical, political, and historical tradition; and a school culture centered upon moral virtue, respect, discipline, and studiousness among students and faculty alike.

    Ascent Classical Academy receives waivers from typical teacher licensing requirements. Thus, a teaching license is neither required nor preferred. Even with a bachelor's degree in a relevant subject taught, general education grammar school teachers may be required to take state-required elementary education content exams in math, reading, social studies, and / or science within six months of beginning employment.

    Additionally, Ascent will assist all teachers to meet the requirements of the Colorado READ Act, either through the Colorado Department of Education's free training course or during Ascent's pre-service training courses in explicit phonics. Successfully meeting these requirements.

    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 :

  • Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
  • Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
  • Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
  • Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
  • History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.
  • 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 : $45,000 - $55,000

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