Position Type :
Elementary School Teaching / Teacher
Date Posted : 1 / 31 / 2025
Location :
Pool for All Locations
Date Available : 08 / 01 / 2025
Closing Date :
05 / 30 / 2025 THE CLASSICAL ACADEMY
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Title : Classroom Teacher K-6 Department : Elementary
Date : Updated January 31, 2022 FLSA Status : Exempt
Work Year : Academic Calendar
1200 Welcome Bonus
- Pro-rated by FTE. Bonus will be added to October 2025 paycheck, provided the candidate has completed all Human Resources requirements.
SALARY : $43,230.34 - $46,782.20
depending upon previous relevant experience. Actual starting pay rate will be determined after a review of the work experience provided on the job application and resume.Teacher Tier System document :
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES :
Implements a school program which encourages a positive learning environment and supports The Classical Academy's mission statement and Core Values.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP :
Reports to the Building Principal
The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. The description may not include all functions performed by incumbents in various locations. The Classical Academy reserves the right to modify or change the duties or essential functions of this job at any time.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Creates a positive atmosphere in the classroom to help ensure success for individual student learningCreates and follows a plan for classroom managementModels and instructs virtuous character traitsDevelops curriculum and lesson plans in line with The Classical Academy philosophyCreates and administers assessments to monitor progress and prepares participation reports twice a year for parentsModels and instructs virtuous character traits and promotes growth in wisdom, virtue, and compassion in self and studentsFollows curriculum and lesson plans in alignment with The Classical Academy philosophyCreates and administers assessments to monitor progressWorks with parents to ensure success for each student in the classroomCommunicates regularly with parents for class announcements, assignments, special days, programs, etc. in the form of a blog or newsletterCommunicates progress with parents and works together to ensure tasks are completedAttends meetings, conferences, and in-services as requiredPrepares and participates in RtI, PST and SPED meetings as neededCoordinates special events and field trips to enrich curriculumMARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Serves on various committees such as curriculum and planning committeesPerforms additional duties such as recess monitor, lunchroom monitor, or carpool monitor, as neededSupports and enforces TCA policies and expectations such as uniform & attendance policiesCollaborates with other classroom teachers within grade levelMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
EDUCATION :
Bachelor's degree required
Must meet TCA requirements for highly qualified elementary teacher
EXPERIENCE :
Experience teaching in an elementary classroom setting is preferred
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS :
Complete Spalding training (provided)Must possess or be willing to obtain CPR, First Aid and Medical certificationKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of The Classical Academy's educational philosophy, Core Values, The Titan Creed, procedures, and rulesKnowledge of basic materials for grade level or subject areaAbility to be flexible and patient in work demandsAbility to assist students in assigned areasAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals from many diverse backgrounds and professions including supervisors, administrators, coworkers, staff, students, parents, and visitors to the schoolAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsAbility to greet and interact with visitors in a courteous and professional mannerAbility to maintain confidentialityDemonstrated ability to manage simultaneous demands and set clear prioritiesDemonstrated ability to work well with others in a team settingEffective organizational and interpersonal skillsExcellent cooperative, collaborative, and problem-solving skillsPromotes a positive climate, culture, and communityStudent-centered and relationship-focusedUnderstanding of data privacy laws and their implications for the educational communityAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, students, supervisors, other teachers, and volunteersAbility to provide a warm and caring attitude toward students, parents, and staffAbility to work well with students and parents from diverse backgrounds or populationsAbility to analyze assessment data and to differentiate instruction based on analysis of data and knowledge of effective instructional strategies / methodsSCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS :
StudentsParentsVolunteersSupport staffPeersSupervisorsGuest TeachersOther departmentsVisitors to the schoolContacts are generally of a nature requiring disseminating and discussing routine information, but may occasionally involve sensitive issues or situations
WORK ENVIRONMENT :
Work is performed in a classroom setting with occasional supervision duties such as recess, carpool, field trips, special activities, or lunchroomRequired to work normal school hours and other hours as neededPHYSICAL DEMANDS :
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.
Typical demands will require employees to :Frequently use eye, hand, and finger coordination to enable the use of a computer, other office equipment, and writing utensils
Spend majority of work hours sitting and occasionally stand, walk, or drive while performing job duties.Frequently be involved in verbal and auditory interaction both interpersonally and through communication devicesOccasionally lift / carry burdens weighing up to 35 lbs. and push / pull burdens weighing up to 100 lbs.Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, reach, and balance while working or helping studentsCOGNITIVE FUNCTIONS :
The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive :
The staff member may be required to analyze, communicate, compare, compile, compute, coordinate, copy, evaluate, instruct, negotiate, synthesize, reason, and use interpersonal skills.
BENEFITS : 0.5 to 1.0 FTE :
The Classical Academy offers competitive pay and a robust total compensation package including :
MEDICAL : There are three options for Medical coverage, including an HSA option; as well as access to PeakMed for eligible staff members who elect a TCA Medical plan. The Classical Academy (TCA) makes a monthly contribution toward your medical premiums as an employee.DENTAL : Dental insurance is offered through Delta Dental of Colorado. TCA makes a monthly contribution toward the premium for this benefitLIFE / AD&D / LTD : Employees are provided a $25,000 group term life insurance through The Standard Life Insurance Company and offers an Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-term Disability policy as well. TCA pays the full cost of this benefit.PERA : Administered by Colorado PERA, this is a tax deferred retirement account to which you contribute 10% of your monthly earnings. TCA contributes 20.9% to the PERA pension trust fund on your behalf.VOLUNTARY VISION : EyeMed is the voluntary vision program available to TCA employees.WELLNESS PROGRAM : A voluntary wellness program though Orriant is offered in which employees are eligible to earn an incentive of up to $150 for participation with achievement of wellness activity goalsRETIREMENT OPTIONS : Employees may elect to participate in deferred income for retirement purposes : PERA Plus 401 (k)MEDICAL and DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT : This account allows employees to save money for unreimbursed medical expenses or dependent care expenses to be used within the plan year (July to June) on a tax-exempt basis. This reduces your taxable income.TIME OFF COMPENSATION : A 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employee is provided with Staff Leave and Personal Leave. For positions less than 1.0 FTE, your leave time will be prorated accordingly based on FTE. Our leave program is fully compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Workplace Act.PRIORITY ENROLLMENT STATUS : Children of staff members .4 FTE and above receive priority enrollment of their child / children at The Classical Academy.Ongoing Professional Development OpportunitiesStaff Appreciation Meals and EventsConditions of Employment :
Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the selected applicant shall be required to verify, within 72 hours of employment, her / his legal right to be employed in the United States.
The Classical Academy does not discriminate based on age, race, religion, national origin, disability, gender, or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).
Salary : $43,230 - $46,782
