High School Language Arts Teacher
Colorado High School Charter Osage Campus
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Instruction, Data-Driven Planning & Curriculum Development
● Teach multiple sections of mixed-level Language Arts courses across four academic
quarters.
● Design and implement problem-based and project-based learning experiences that align
with CO Academic and Common Core standards and CHSC’s alternative education
model.
● Use common assessments and analyze student data to drive instructional decisions and
tailor learning experiences to student needs.
● Participate in quarterly network data meetings to evaluate student progress and adjust
instructional strategies.
● Engage in department-wide data analysis to identify trends, address learning gaps, and
implement targeted interventions.
● Implement academic Response to Intervention (RTI) strategies to progress monitor and
support struggling students, ensuring differentiated instruction and timely
interventions.
● Foster a culture of literacy and reading by implementing school-wide literacy initiatives
and encouraging independent reading habits.
● Integrate culturally responsive teaching practices and differentiated instruction to support
diverse learners, including multilingual students and those in credit recovery.
Student Engagement & Classroom Culture
● Establish and maintain high expectations while building strong relationships with students.
● Create a structured, inclusive, and student-centered classroom environment that fosters
academic and social-emotional growth.
● Actively incorporate Restorative Justice practices to promote student accountability and
conflict resolution.
● Provide after-school study halls and targeted interventions to support student
achievement.
● Teach at least one after-school enrichment offering during the school year, aligned with
student interests and academic growth.
Collaboration & Professional Growth
● Work collaboratively with students, families, colleagues, and administration to support
student success.
● Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), department meetings, and
professional development to refine instructional practices.
● Engage in coaching and feedback cycles with instructional coaches and peers to
strengthen teaching effectiveness.
● Contribute to school-wide discussions on literacy instruction, ensuring alignment with
CHSC’s academic goals.
School & Community Engagement
● Utilize multiple online platforms (e.g., Infinite Campus, Google Classroom) to monitor
attendance, post grades, and deliver assignments.
● Maintain consistent communication with families via phone calls, conferences, and CHSC
Family Nights to foster school-home partnerships.
● Collaborate with community partners to provide students with real-world learning
opportunities and post-secondary resources.
Additional Responsibilities
● Support student recruitment, enrollment, attendance, and retention efforts.
● Contribute to school-wide initiatives and events that promote student achievement and
well-being.
● Perform other duties as assigned by the School Leadership Team.