High School Teacher, Math
Peak to Peak Charter School
Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for conducting an organized and professional classroom:
Teaches subject area according to curriculum guidelines specified by Peak to Peak. Further develops a high-level, challenging curriculum in the subject area. Maintains ongoing curriculum evaluation and development to meet the needs of students. Collaborates with other faculty in the delivery of appropriate instructional approaches, working to serve the various learning styles and needs of Peak to Peak students.
Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with Peak to Peak’s Mission Statement, including understanding, modeling, and fostering independent thinking skills, creative problem-solving, and abstract reasoning. Shows empathy and understanding of students. Shares ideas and observations with students and parents.
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,
Holds parent/student/teacher conferences in a manner consistent with Peak to Peak’s Community Handbook, and
Encourages parents to be contributors to the classrooms as volunteers.
Continues intellectual and professional development in the primary academic discipline.
May provide leadership to select extracurricular school activities, act as the teacher liaison to select committees, and/or participate in the open enrollment process.
Follows policies established by Peak to Peak Board of Directors, Boulder Valley School District, and Colorado State-mandated school guidelines, except where Peak to Peak has received waivers.
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, and Desired Skills:
B.A. or B.S. college degree required
Masters degree preferred
Demonstrated expertise in specialty field
Teaching experience in a public or private setting; although a teacher’s certificate is not required, Peak to Peak expects that teachers without a certificate will work toward an alternative certificate over time.
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Demonstrated experience working with challenge groups in a student-centered environment, including using assessments to place students, curriculum compacting, flexible pacing, flexible instruction, grouping and regrouping, acceleration, enrichment, and independent study to meet student needs.
Demonstrated experience in effectively solving challenging problems through a positive, collaborative approach.
Highly developed written and oral communication skills are required
Proficient with a variety of computer programs, including Google Suite & other technology to support learning
CPR and First Aid certification
Strong self-starter; able to work with limited direction
Ability to assess grade level needs and plan and organize accordingly.
Ability to apply superb judgment in a timely manner