Teacher, Elementary
Salary: See the teacher salary schedule at https://hr.aurorak12.org/teach-lead-
inspire/teach/
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
 Elementary Education K - 6
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.