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STEM Teacher - High School

Employer
Aurora Public Schools
Location
Aurora, CO, US
Salary
Competitive
  • Position Type:
    Licensed - Science Teacher/High School Science

  • Date Posted:
    8/13/2018

  • Location:
    Vista PEAK Preparatory

  • Closing Date:
    08/19/2018

  •   Additional Info: Salary: See the teacher salary schedule at http://www.aps.k12.co.us/hr/teachsalary.html Days/Hours: as designated by the school. - Days: 187 day position (new teachers 190 day position) General Description:
    • Effective teachers in the state of Colorado have the knowledge, skills, and commitments needed to provide excellent and equitable learning opportunities and growth for all students.
    • They strive to support growth and development, close achievement gaps and to prepare diverse student populations for postsecondary and workforce success.
    • Effective teachers facilitate mastery of content and skill development, and employ and adjust evidence-based strategies and approaches for students who are not achieving mastery and students who need acceleration.
    • They also develop in students the skills, interests and abilities necessary to be lifelong learners, as well as for democratic and civic participation.
    • Effective teachers communicate high expectations to students and their families and utilize diverse strategies to engage them in a mutually supportive teaching and learning environment.
    • Because effective teachers understand that the work of ensuring meaningful learning opportunities for all students cannot happen in isolation, they engage in collaboration, continuous reflection, on-going learning and leadership within the profession.
    • Effective teachers establish a rapport with parents, students and colleagues, and exhibit knowledge of the content of the subject area assigned.
    • Effective teachers are responsible for using effective instructional techniques.
    • Effective teachers maintain a positive attitude and perception about the educational task.
    Education and Licensure
    • Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
    • Holds a Colorado teaching license or is currently eligible for one with the appropriate endorsement for this position
    • A completed Human Resources file including transcripts, student teaching verification, previous work experience
    Endorsement Category Science Strategic Plan: The teacher shall identify the development needs of students, shall maintain a productive learning environment, and shall work collaboratively to support the priorities of the Strategic Plan.
    Condition of Employment: As a condition of employment, the individual selected for this position will be expected to complete the APS-sponsored Linguistically Diverse Educator (LDE) Certificate Program within the first three years of employment.
    Click here to learn about the Linguistically Diverse Educator Certificate.


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