Teacher - EDGE - English - High

Douglas County School District; Parker (TX); On-site; USD 51,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Teacher for the EDGE English program. This role emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning, allowing educators to design innovative curricula tailored to student interests. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in English or a related field and demonstrate a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. Join a collaborative team dedicated to empowering students and enhancing their academic potential through engaging and dynamic teaching methods.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan Options

Paid Sick Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a Master's in English or related field.
• Experience in interdisciplinary project-based learning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instructional programs for student growth.
• Support students academically and participate in school activities.
• Utilize technology to enhance learning experiences.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Student Support

Classroom Management

Technology Integration

Education

Master's Degree in English

Master's Degree in Communication

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Job Posting Title

Teacher - EDGE - English - High

Job Description

Under supervision of the Principal and/or Assistant Principal, teaches and instructs students in academic subject matter, along with social, behavioral, and other educational or related skill areas; plans, develops, organizes, implements, and assesses a comprehensive educational program for students; assists in other school programs as assigned; creates a supportive and flexible program and environment conducive to learning and personal growth according to each student’s ability and interests. Encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting five (5) to ten (10) pounds
• Frequent sitting and standing
• Occasional bending or squatting
  
  

Position Specific Information (if Applicable)

The Legend EDGE instructional design emphasizes hands-on, interdisciplinary, project-based learning, personalized to student interest and exploration. We are committed to building a program culture where there is respect and cooperation among every student, adult, and family. Candidates should be open to a dynamic, collaborative, student-driven program where teachers have the freedom to design their curriculum in an innovative and responsive manner.

Legend EDGE endeavors to attract passionate, highly qualified educators with a desire to instruct while incorporating interdisciplinary projects with colleagues, engage in learning opportunities with the broader community, and travel with students, creating memorable and lasting learning.

Candidates must have a Masters in English, Masters in Communication or a Masters in a related field in order to teach our Concurrent Enrollment offerings in EDGE English. Candidates may also have a Masters in a different area, but have 18 graduate hours of courses in English to qualify as a Concurrent Enrollment instructor.

Responsibilities

• Our teachers are integral parts of their school and the school community, performing certain duties including but not limited to student support, counseling students with academic problems and supporting certain extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations, participating in department and school meetings, and parent meetings.
• As a teacher you would be expected to plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in a learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
• You are challenged with new teaching methods and educational tools in an ever changing and strategic environment. You would plan, prepare and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences and establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• You would utilize technology and integrate the use of technology to provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities, instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, observe, evaluate, encourage and provide feedback on student's performance and development.
• You would maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development preparing required reports on students and activities.
• Teachers are responsible for managing student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, and applying appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.
  
  

Certifications

Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Position Type

Regular

Primary Location:

Legend High School

One Year Only (Yes Or No)

No

Scheduled Hours Per Week

40

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1.00

Approx Scheduled Days Per Year

185 Work Days

Full Salary Range

$51,914.00 USD - $108,643.00 USD Annual

Position Salary Schedule Eligibility

General

Licensed position salaries are set based on one of three salary schedules; General, Hard to Hire, and Specialist/Extremely Hard to Hire. DCSD will award up to 7 years of previous licensed teaching experience at the time of hire. Click HERE to view the current DCSD Licensed Salary Schedules*.

• *All salary amounts listed on the schedules are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE.
  
  

Benefits

This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.

Time Off Plans

This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.

This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past:

June 26, 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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