Independence Academy Charter School Hiring for Elementary Teacher and Para Job at Grand Junction, CO Full Time

Now Hiring for the 2022-2023 school year with a 4-day school week! 185 Workdays $40,000 – $50,000 (teachers) Paraprofessionals $14.00 an hour with a $1,000 Signing Bonus.

We are looking for Exempt and Non-Exempt individuals who strive for collaboration and a student-centered approach to learning.

Major Responsibilities and Duties for teachers and paras:

The duties and responsibilities involve instruction that is hands-on, problem or inquiry based, and promotes high engagement.

· Be willing to teach in a team teaching model.

· Demonstrate the ability to model, deliver, and craft rich student-centered learning experiences around Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.

· Demonstrate the ability to create and implement strategies for weaving STEAM and Expeditionary experiences into multi-disciplinary curricula.

· Work in partnership with teachers and staff, modeling consistent effective teaching with technology and engagement, lesson plan design.

· Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of the connection between your subject and other core subjects.

· Understand and be able to design, develop, assess, and manage highly engaging hands-on learning experiences.

In addition to the tasks outlined above, it is the responsibility of IACS employees to:

· Understand and support IACS’ mission and philosophy and to promote a positive image of the school.

· Contribute to a harmonious school atmosphere by working cooperatively with all colleagues.

· Respect the confidentiality of private information relating to students, colleagues and the operations of the school.

· Demonstrate responsibility and punctuality.

· Display flexibility in responding to new situations and expectations, a positive attitude and a helpful, nonjudgmental demeanor.

· Show willingness to consider and implement suggestions for improvement.

· Model the good character traits that Quest students are expected to embody.

Benefits:

· Signing Bonus

· PERA

· Health Insurance

· Paid time off

· Professional Development Opportunities for all positions

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location