Middle School Rhetoric & Logic Teacher: Debate & Thinking

Rmcacs; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Rmcacs in Colorado Springs seeks a Middle School Rhetoric & Logic Teacher to deliver instruction in rhetoric, logic, argumentation, and critical thinking aligned with Core Knowledge/Classical curriculum standards. The role fosters analytical reasoning, effective communication, and a curious mind in a respectful classroom.

Responsibilities include developing lessons, assessing student progress, maintaining records, collaborating with colleagues, and supporting school operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Philosophy, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of rhetoric, logic, critical thinking, and argumentation principles.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to create a positive, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating classroom environment.
• Commitment to fostering critical thinking and analytical reasoning in students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver lesson plans teaching rhetoric, logic, argumentation, and critical thinking.
• Foster a classroom environment that encourages open dialogue, respectful debate, and analytical reasoning.
• Employ a variety of instructional methods, materials, and technology to engage students and address cognitive, social, and emotional development.
• Assess student learning regularly and provide timely, constructive feedback to support growth in reasoning and communication skills.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and student progress in the student information system.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences to maintain effective school-home communication.
• Collaborate with colleagues to integrate interdisciplinary approaches and enhance curriculum.
• Prepare lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and substitute materials in advance.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-managed classroom conducive to focused learning.
• Uphold classroom discipline and promote a safe, respectful, and academically rigorous environment.
• Participate in professional development, workshops, and staff meetings to remain current in pedagogy and classical education practices.
• Represent the school professionally to students, parents, colleagues, and the broader community.
• Support school operations and perform additional duties as assigned, including supervision during carpool, lunch, or recess.
• Follow school policies and procedures, including grievance and emergency protocols outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Skills

Rhetoric & Logic

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Classroom management

Collaboration with colleagues

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Student data management systems

Job description

Rmcacs in Colorado Springs seeks a Middle School Rhetoric & Logic Teacher to deliver instruction in rhetoric, logic, argumentation, and critical thinking aligned with Core Knowledge/Classical curriculum standards. The role fosters analytical reasoning, effective communication, and a curious mind in a respectful classroom.

Responsibilities include developing lessons, assessing student progress, maintaining records, collaborating with colleagues, and supporting school operations.