What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upper School Humanities Teacher (Middle School) position at Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County?
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)
Minimum Job Requirements
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
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 :
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.
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Salary : $45,000 - $55,000
