Middle School Flex Teacher

The Association of Colorado Independent Schools; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 51,800 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employer-paid health insurance

Daily free lunch

Access to on-campus workout facility

Job summary

Graland Country Day School in Denver, Colorado, is seeking a full-time flex teacher for grades Preschool - 8. Ideal candidates have flexibility and collaboration skills, able to support students in various roles. Responsibilities include accepting duties at a moment's notice and providing coverage during Professional Development days. Compensation ranges from $51,800 to $75,000 annually with benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and understanding school environments.
• Demonstrates ease with technology to engage learners.
• Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Accepts duties and responsibilities as assigned on short notice.
• Offers support before and after-hours as needed.
• Supports Division Head with classroom coverage during Professional Development.

Skills

Flexibility

Collaboration

Strong communication skills

Quick decision making

Technology adoption

Job description

ACIS accredits, supports, and advances the interests of Colorado independent schools.

Graland Country Day School is seeking a flex teacher to work closely with students in grades Preschool - 8. The candidate should have experience working with children and be someone who understands school environments and the unique needs of Middle School students. The ideal candidate thrives on being flexible and filling in wherever help is needed. Flex teachers are the ultimate team players who work collaboratively with both students and faculty and will work on campus Monday-Friday while the school is in an all-kids on campus scenario. Candidates should be prepared to cover for a sick faculty member and say 'yes' to a range of tasks that promote individual growth while also supporting the school. This may also include supervising faculty and staff children on Professional Development days.

Reports to Head of Middle School

Status: Full-time, school year; salaried with benefits

Job Responsibilities

• Accepts duties and responsibilities as assigned in a moment’s notice.


• Offers support before and after-hours as needed.


• Supports the Division Head as needed with classroom coverage and child care on Professional Development days.


• Proofreads end of semester comments and rubrics as needed.


• Serves as a co-advisor at any grade level, grades 5 through 8.

Professional and Personal Qualities

• A collaborative and supportive member of the Graland community.


• Models caring, respect, patience, and appreciation of differences.


• Provides a safe environment for students.


• Recognizes the importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI) work and continues growth as a culturally responsive educator.


• Represents school in position and in community.


• Participates in effective communication that is responsible, descriptive, and nonjudgmental.


• Demonstrates a growth mindset, open to feedback, and new learning.


• Supports collective efforts of the school on instructional and non-instructional sides, in addition to team responsibilities.


• Upholds school, employee and family confidentiality.


• Believes in an educational approach that is aligned with the Graland mission and philosophy.


• Encompasses interpersonal skills and collaboration with colleagues. Has the ability to motivate and support others.


• Builds positive relationships with students by demonstrating respect and care, while creating a safe environment that promotes intellectual risk-taking.


• Fosters a learning environment that inspires active student participation, curiosity, and initiative.


• Approaches situations with flexibility and creative thinking to identify solutions.

Qualifications

• Ability to make quick decisions and be flexible.


• Possesses strong organization and communication skills.


• Maintains effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, and parents/guardians.


• Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development opportunities as required by the Division Head.


• Demonstrates ease with technology, adoption of the LMS, as well as other technology programs and tools to engage learners.


• Ability to chaperone students on day excursions, as well as overnight trips.


• Desire to coach student athletics, a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Salary is between $51,800 - $75,000 annually. Benefits include professional development, employer-paid health, vision, dental and life insurance, paid time off for school holidays and school vacations, as well as participation in a retirement plan. Daily free lunch, access to an on-campus workout facility and opportunities based on availability for subsidized on-site child care.

Graland Country Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Graland Country Day School to comply fully with all laws barring discrimination against employees, or applicants, for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, military discharge status or physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, discipline, demotion, rates of pay or other compensation, employee benefits, tuition assistance programs and termination of employment.