Elementary Academic Teacher (3rd/4th Grade)

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conducts an organized and professional classroom.
Develops and implements curriculum according to the curriculum guidelines of PPA and the state of Colorado.
Implements curriculum within the timeframe given by PPA and the state of Colorado.
Further develops curriculum and maintains ongoing curriculum evaluation and development to meet the needs of students.
Demonstrates exceptional instructional delivery.
Collaborates with other faculty in delivery of appropriate instructional approaches, working to serve the various learning styles and needs of all students.
Models and fosters independent thinking skills, creative problem solving and abstract reasoning.
Shows empathy and understanding of students.
Develops, with parents and students, a cooperative partnership based on mutual respect and objectivity.
Assesses student performance frequently and objectively.
Facilitates resolution of problems that might arise with students and parents.
Promotes accountability for students
Communicates consistently and effectively with students and parents.
Serves in an advisory role in a manner consistent with PPA policies and procedures.
Continues intellectual and professional development.
Follows policies established by the PPA Board of Directors and administration.
Participates in and contributes to programs and activities that enhance PPA outside of instructional hours, such as extracurricular activities, leadership positions, and/or enrollment process.
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

K-6 teaching license
Must meet the requirements of a Highly Qualified teacher as mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB).
Expert-level written and oral communication skills.
Entrepreneurial outlook and charter school commitment.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Strong self-starter; able to work with limited direction.

Preferred Qualifications:

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