Job Openings
2019/2020 School Year
IT Support Specialist
Director of Professional Learning
6th, 7th & 8th Grade English/Language Arts Teacher
6th, 7th, & 8th Grade Technology Teacher
Elementary Teacher
Full-time School Psychologist
Year-Round Assistant Director - Academy Kids Before & After School Program
Year-Round - Academy Kids Before and After School Program Assistant
General Education Instructional Assistant
Summer Maintenance
Substitute Teachers
Application Instructions: Please submit the following documentation:
- Completed ACS Job Application PDF DOC
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three letters of professional reference
- Current Colorado Department of Education License (certified positions only)
Please send all information to:
Yvette Brown, Dean browny@academycharter.org and
Shane Foust, Assistant Dean fousts@academycharter.org
1551 Prairie Hawk Dr.
Castle Rock, CO 80109
In the subject line, please include the job you are applying for.
IT Support Specialist
Description:
Performs work of moderate complexity involving the installation, programming, troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of school technology systems including bell and paging systems, IP telephone systems, IP video surveillance, security and alarm systems, data cabling, and classroom technology including computers, mobile devices, video projection systems, audio systems, and other associated technology.
Responsibilities:
- Assist students and staff with hardware and software support in a mixed environment.
- Image, setup and configure student and staff computers; Configure and troubleshoot applications.
- Perform network administration including administering Microsoft Active Directory; updating Window servers and VMware servers.
- Setup, maintain and troubleshoot Google accounts.
- Maintain and update the school website.
- Purchase or renew subscriptions and licenses to programs in use at the school; Acquire and apply appropriate and approved upgrades;
- Install, maintain and or relocate computer network wireless access points.
- Assist staff in the use and setup of video projection systems, audio systems, and associated peripherals.
- Configure, program, and maintain, school bell/paging systems, IP telephone systems, security system, and video surveillance systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or requested
Qualifications:
- High School graduate or equivalent; Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Minimum job-related experience; 3 years’ experience in Help Desk support preferred; experience with MacBooks, iPads, Windows 10, Microsoft Office 2013-2016 skills, Windows Server 2012, Active Directory administration, and VMware 5.5
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work with others in a team environment.
- Able to multi-task and work in an environment of changing priorities.
Salary Range: $35,000 USD Annual-$75,000.50 USD Annual
Start Date: TBD
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Director of Professional Learning
Responsibilities:
Coaching
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Provide ongoing mentoring of all teachers to include skill development in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.
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Collaborate with leadership team in evaluating the needs of the teaching staff.
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Plan, prepare and implement staff development based on student data, teacher needs and research-based best practices in instruction and assessment. Provide support of student learning through observation, feedback, cognitive coaching, and data analysis.
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Assists in the orientation of new staff members to the teaching environment especially as it relates to the area of students, personnel policy and procedures and general building practices.
School Assessment Coordinator
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Responsible for assisting the coordination and the administration of state and district assessments.
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Provides professional development and coordination for school assessments in testing protocols, security, and processing of test materials.
Student Support
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Assists in the role of instructional leader to promote student behavior that is supportive, and conducive, to the implementation of the school’s instructional programs and goals.
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Assists with student orientation; counseling; discipline; due process; data gathering; and student recognition.
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Assumes responsibility for implementing discipline procedures as stated in the Student Handbook. Develops innovative strategies, preventative approaches, and proactive plans for students who exhibit at-risk behaviors.
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Acts in a supportive role with the principal in work with parents, teachers, and the
community to promote the effective flow of communications and ensure positive
relations with parents, business leaders and community members. Listens and
responds to parent concerns with sensitivity. Conducts parent and student
meetings and attends all after-school activities.
Salary Range: $45,000 USD Annual-$75,000 USD Annual
Start Date: August 6, 2019
6th-7th-8th Grade English/Language Arts Teacher
All employees of Academy Charter School work together to achieve ACS's mission. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed below, we seek teachers who are collaborative with colleagues, empathetic in their relationships with students and families, and willing to work above and beyond their job description in order to ensure success for students. ACS teachers possess a school-wide focus and are able to see beyond their classroom in order to create a unified ACS community.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts an organized and professional classroom
- Implements rigorous and highly engaging standards-based instruction
- Has an unwavering belief that all children can and want to learn
- Supports all students including students who are linguistically diverse and who have an IEP or 504 plan
- Develops and implements the curriculum to ensure student mastery of Colorado state standards.
- Maintains curriculum to ensure the needs of students are met
- Demonstrates exceptional instructional practices
- Collaborates with other faculty in the 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
- Creates a safe learning environment where each child excels
Required Qualifications:
- B.A./B.S. or higher required in the specific content area (e.g. B.A. in English or related field when applying for English/LA position)
- Current Colorado Department of Education License
- Must meet the requirements of a Highly Qualified teacher as mandated by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
- 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
- Able to work 7:40 a.m.-3:50 p.m. M-F
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous successful teaching experience
- Experience in and knowledge of charter schools
Salary Range: $35,000 USD Annual-$75,000.50 USD Annual
Start Date: August 6, 2019
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6th-7th-8th Grade Technology Teacher
Description:
Teach 7th- 8th Grade Technology using Core Knowledge and the Colorado Academic Standards. The position includes all other general responsibilities associated with a teaching position, including attending staff meetings, collaborating with colleagues, preparing grades, communicating with parents regularly, and conducting Parent/Teacher conferences.
Responsibilities:
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Develop appropriate Computer Science Technology Curriculum for students in grades 7-8.
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Create and support effective digital age learning environments to maximize the learning of all students.
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Introduction to Coding
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Conducts ongoing assessment of student growth and progress in the computer science activities, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Qualifications:
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CDE Teaching License
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Able to work 7:30-4:00 M-F
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Strong audio-visual and computer skills
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Creative approach to lesson planning and presentation to students
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Prefer classroom teaching experience
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Strong classroom management skills
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Polished professional appearance
Salary Range: $35,000 USD Annual-$75,000.50 USD Annual
Start Date: August 6, 2019
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Elementary Teaching Position
All employees of Academy Charter School work together to achieve ACS's mission. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed below, we seek teachers who are collaborative with colleagues, empathetic in their relationships with students and families, and willing to work above and beyond their job description in order to ensure success for students. ACS teachers possess a school-wide focus and are able to see beyond their classroom in order to create a unified ACS community.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts an organized and professional classroom
- Implements rigorous and highly engaging standards-based instruction
- Has an unwavering belief that all children can and want to learn
- Supports all students including students who are linguistically diverse and who have an IEP or 504 plan
- Develops and implements the curriculum to ensure student mastery of Colorado state standards.
- Maintains curriculum to ensure the needs of students are met
- Demonstrates exceptional instructional practices
- Collaborates with other faculty in the 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
- Creates a safe learning environment where each child excels
Required Qualifications:
- B.A./B.S. or higher required in Elementary Education.
- Current Colorado Department of Education License
- Must meet the requirements of a Highly Qualified teacher as mandated by the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA)
- 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
- Able to work 7:40 a.m.-3:50 p.m. M-F
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous successful teaching experience
- Experience in and knowledge of charter schools
Salary Range: $35,000 USD Annual-$75,000.50 USD Annual
Start Date: August 6, 2019
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Year-Round Assistant Director - Academy Kids Before & After School Program
Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing assistance to the Before and After School Director in working with students, clerical tasks and other functions; mediates student conflicts; supervises students in various settings; may administer first aid; assists in the maintenance of student records; assists in the maintenance of student cumulative records through the transcription of data; performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications:
- Available to Work:
- Regular School Year Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. M-F
- Summer Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. M-F
- High School Diploma
- Must be over 25 years old
- Ability to work with students Kindergarten-8th grade
- CPR/First Aid/UP Certified
- Medical Admin/Medical Delegation certificate
- Able to drive for Field Trips
- Must have 3 years working with school-age children
- General office/computer skills.
- Polished professional appearance
Salary Range: $15/hour
Start Date: June 3, 2019
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Year-Round - Academy Kids Before and After School Program Assistant
Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing assistance to the Before and After School Director in working with students, clerical tasks and other functions; mediates student conflicts; supervises students in various settings; may administer first aid; assists in the maintenance of student records; assists in the maintenance of student cumulative records through the transcription of data; performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications:
- Available to Work:
- High School Diploma
- Able to work 3:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m. M-F
- Must be available to work during summers. Flexible hours available.
- Must be 18 years old or older
- Ability to work with students Kindergarten-8th grade
- CPR/First Aid/UP Certified. Training supplied.
- Able to drive for Field Trips
Salary Range:> $12-15/hour
Start Date: June 3, 2019
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General Education Instructional Assistant
Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing assistance to teachers in working with students, clerical tasks and other functions; collaborates with teachers to provide assistance in large and small group instructional support; may assist with grading student papers; mediates student conflicts; supervises students in various school settings including lunch and recess; may administer first aid; assists in the maintenance of student records; assists in the maintenance of student cumulative records through the transcription of data; performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- Able to work 7:40 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F
- Ability to work with students Kindergarten-8th grade
- General office/computer skills.
- Polished professional appearance
Salary Range:> $12-15/hour
Start Date: >August 6, 2019
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Summer Maintenance
Responsibilities:
Perform a wide variety of responsibilities involving manual labor. This person is subject to inside and outside working conditions around a school. Including but not limited to general summer maintenance of a school building.
Salary Range: $12-15/hour
Start Date: June 3, 2019>
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Substitute Teachers Needed
Academy Charter School (ACS) has openings for K-8 substitute teachers of all experience levels.
Responsibilities:
- Adhere to the mission and philosophy of Academy Charter School with enthusiasm, commitment, and integrity.
- Teach Academy Charter School’s curriculum with fidelity.
- Uphold and model Academy Charter School’s Core Virtues.
- Maintain and respect confidential information.
- Maintain a disciplined and controlled classroom that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school policies.
- Ensure the health, welfare, and safety of all students.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facility.
Qualifications:
- Current Colorado Department of Education Substitute/Teacher License
- Able to work 7:40 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F
- Ability to work with students Kindergarten-8th grade
- General office/computer skills.
- Polished professional appearance