Teacher jobs at AXL Academy in Aurora, CO, United States : TeacherJobFairs.org

Company Info

AXL Academy

14100 E Jewell Avenue
Aurora, CO, United States

Phone: 3033770758
Web Site: www.axlacademy.org

Company Profile

Teacher

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Job ID:

19041

Location:

Aurora, CO, United States

Category:

Education

Salary:

per year

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Job Views:

3386

Zip Code:

80012

Employment Type:

Full time

Posted:

03.10.2022

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Occupations:

Education: Classroom Teaching level3, Elementary School, Junior-High School

Job Description:

Aurora Expeditionary Learning (AXL) Academy is a PK-8 Expeditionary Learning Public Charter School located in Aurora, Colorado. Founded in 2008, AXL strives to deliver academic achievement, character development and social equity by using an active instructional model, a strong school culture, a commitment to teacher autonomy, and individualized opportunities for Aurora's children. We support our teachers and staff with personalized professional development pathways based on identified teacher needs and self-identified goals for professional growth. AXL meets scholars where they are to Engage, Empower and help all scholars Achieve. For more information, please visit www.axlacademy.org.

While we welcome all applicants, as we do not yet have full information on teacher attrition for the 2022-23 school year, we are specifically seeking:

Exceptional Student Services (Special Education)
Middle School Reading Interventionist
4th Grade Teacher

We anticipate openings for:

Middle School Math Teacher
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

For an overview of our core values and what we have to offer teachers new to AXL Academy, please see the link below:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/e/2PACX-1vRX-xXLK0CuB-N8A0baqiASIBP8pz9krMSc7QzIi5SiXwyQSfw3jV8lLxLqx7GVtuqmH9VSTerCuTXN/pub?start=false&loop=false&delayms=5000

SUMMARY:
To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary or secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Work is performed under the supervision of the principal or the dean.
Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

Plan, prepare and deliver equity-based expeditionary learning lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning with applicable grade level standards.
Backwards plans standards-based units which culminate in an expedition.
Instruct and monitor scholars in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Manage scholar behavior in the classroom by establishing positive relationships and enforcing rules and procedures.
Utilize restorative justice within discipline matters and focus on the learning opportunity. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.
Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work.
Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.
Maintain accurate and complete records of scholars' progress and development with the use of appropriate assessments.
Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
Prepare required reports on scholars and activities.
Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings while maintaining FERPA compliance.
Communicate necessary information regularly to scholars, colleagues and parents regarding scholar progress and scholar needs. Utilize preferred communication methods for family engagement.
Establish and communicate clear learning targets for all learning activities.
Prepare classroom for class activities. Maintain safe and clean environment. • Provide a variety of learning materials, methods, and resources for use in educational activities.
Observe and evaluate scholar's performance and development based on grade level standards.
Assign and grade standards-based class work, homework, tests and assignments.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with scholars from diverse cultural, economic, linguistic, and ability backgrounds.
Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
Collaborate with crew members as needed for scholar success.
Participate in appropriate professional activities.
Participate in extracurricular activities such as after school events, conferences, Expedition night(s), social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.
Comply with all school policies.
Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Knowledge Skills and Ability Required:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

B.A/B.S degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field teaching
Teaching license in appropriate subject area.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Must have the ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
Keep abreast of teacher evaluation metrics and strive for improvement.
Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.
All classroom teachers hired in the 2021-22 academic year or later must have or obtain a CLDE certification.

Physical Requirements
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. This position may experience exposure to outdoor elements.

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