Part-Time Classical Language Teacher — Grades 10–11

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction seeks a Modern Foreign Language Teacher (PT) to join ACAGJ as an exempt .5 FTE, with work hours 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and duties overseen by the Dean of Upper School. The role involves teaching 10th & 11th grade foreign language classes or other courses based on qualifications.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high moral character and classical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in foreign language, Classical Studies, English, or related field
• Commitment to the mission and vision of Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Creative problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare unit and lesson plans aligned with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide for each school year
• Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Assign, collect, grade and return graded work in a timely manner
• Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year)
• Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
• Collaborate with Student Services team to meet the requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Communicate regularly, usually weekly, with parents
• Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
• Participate in professional development as offered by ACACS and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
• Maintain confidentiality in student records
• Maintains a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Complete all required training and provide documentation as well as official college transcripts within 90 days of hire date
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in foreign language, Classical Studies, English, or related field

Job description

Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction seeks a Modern Foreign Language Teacher (PT) to join ACAGJ as an exempt .5 FTE, with work hours 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, Monday through Friday, and duties overseen by the Dean of Upper School. The role involves teaching 10th & 11th grade foreign language classes or other courses based on qualifications.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field, strong communication skills, and a commitment to high moral character and classical