Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado seeks a full-time Upper School Math Teacher. The Upper School at ACA consists of grades 7-12.

Teachers are responsible for the education of their students. They are expected to demonstrate high moral character and have mastery of the subjects they teach.

Teachers will work collaboratively to create a working and learning environment for all students that is safe, secure, and respectful.

This position would report to the Dean of Faculty and begin August 2024.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Plan lessons and deliver instruction according to ACA's classical curriculum and pedagogy
• Develop and maintain a climate and culture of joy, order, and wonder in the classroom, managing student misconduct promptly and appropriately
• Engage professionally and charitably with students, parents, other faculty, and staff
• Model good judgment, prudence, virtue, self-discipline, and responsibility
• Develop and implement student interventions, and collaborate with intervention specialists in the creation and implementation of student IEPs
• Engage in professional development to deepen understanding of subject content and classical pedagogy
• Use appropriate technology in teaching and learning processes, record keeping, assessment, evaluation, and performance analysis

Qualified candidates will meet the following requirements :

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field from a fully accredited college
• Previous experience in classical education is preferred but not required
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate with students, staff and guardians in a professional manner
• Exemplary work habits verified by previous employers

This is achieved by working to train the minds and improve the hearts of young people through a classical, content-rich education in the liberal arts and sciences, with instruction in the principles of moral character and civic virtue in an orderly and disciplined environment.

Candidates must attach a letter of introduction, a C.V. or resume, and three character references to their application. All teaching candidates must also attach a 300-50 word "statement of educational philosophy."

Last updated : 2024-02-25