Teacher - Elementary - Technology (Apply directly with Skyview Academy - DO NOT APPLY ONLINE WITH DCSD)

Douglas County School District; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 1 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) retirement plan

457 retirement plan

Job summary

SkyView Academy in Highlands Ranch, CO is seeking an Elementary Technology Teacher to lead classroom instruction aligned with Core Knowledge and the school mission, while building students’ digital literacy and responsible technology use.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Education with Elementary License Endorsement and Colorado READ Act designation, demonstrates excellent communication, and collaborates with staff and families to support student achievement; duties include

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education with Elementary License Endorsement.
• Colorado READ Act designation.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of technology.
• Highly Qualified.

Responsibilities

• Drive and support implementation of the SkyView Academy mission, model the tone and culture of the school, and accept accountability for student achievement.
• Communicate proactively with other staff, students, and parents.
• Supervise students on campus before and after school; assist with carpool, monitor students during lunch, passing periods and other activities.
• Work alongside another teacher to create the elementary yearbook.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Elementary License Endorsement

Colorado READ Act designation

Tools

Technology tools

Job description

Teacher - Elementary - Technology (Apply directly with Skyview Academy - DO NOT APPLY ONLINE WITH DCSD)## Job Description:Vision Statement: SkyView Academy is committed to preparing students to be life-long learners and honorable leaders of tomorrow. Mission Statement: SkyView Academy offers a research-based, content-rich liberal arts program with a commitment to foreign language studies and community service. Staff, parents, and students are actively involved in a culture of expectation and support where individuals are respected, valued, and known by the content of their character.## Position Specific Information (if Applicable):**Overview:**The SVA Elementary Technology Teacher will provide classroom leadership and ensure the educational development of the students in elementary school. All teachers will be responsible for the adoption of the school mission and vision as evidenced through thoughtful lesson planning aligned with the school’s curriculum components (i.e. Core Knowledge). In addition, teachers will show a commitment to furthering their own professional development and building relationships with families. **Responsibilities:*** Drive and support implementation of the SVA mission, model the tone and culture of the school, and accept accountability for student achievement.* Communicate proactively with other staff, students, and parents* Participate in school-wide professional development as well as continuing education.* Supervise students on campus before and after school; assist with carpool, monitor students during lunch, passing periods and other activities, discipline students according to established guidelines.* Work alongside another teacher to create the elementary yearbook* Other duties as assigned. **School Culture:*** Build and maintain strong personal relationships with parents, teachers, students and community partners;* Ensure new families are well oriented to SVA expectations and school culture;* Work with parents to heighten their involvement in the education of their students;* Establish clear and age-appropriate expectations for behavior and disciplinary action;* And be involved in the daily life of students through assemblies, recess, lunch and special projects and events.**Experience and Knowledge:** * Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Elementary License Endorsement and Highly Qualified* Excellent communication skills* Proficient in the use of technology**Desired Attributes**:* Successful candidates will be exceptional leaders, communicators, and enthusiastic about the SVA charter school model which empowers staff and families, values Core Knowledge, Classical curriculum, foreign language, character education, and service to the community.**Other desired attributes include:*** Experience implementing the Core Knowledge Sequence* Passion for working in a whole-school culture that provides appropriate structure for grades preschool-12* Precise, persuasive and effective interpersonal communication and writing skills* Entrepreneurial attitude with solid decision-making skills* Accountable for their own actions and decisions as well as comfortable holding others accountable for theirs* Excellent communication skills with an open-minded approach to students, staff, parents and community* Dedication to being a respectable leader and role model at the school and within the community Please submit cover letters and resumes to our online Applicant Portal Mail documents to: 6161 Business Center Dr., Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 To learn more visit the website: skyviewacademy.org SkyView prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law.## Responsibilities:## Certifications:Colorado READ Act designation, which can be acquired via the options described at https://www.cde.state.co.us/coloradoliteracy - Colorado Department of Education, Teaching License - Colorado Department of Education## Education:Bachelor's Degree (Required)## Skills:## Position Type:Charter School## Primary Location:Skyview Academy## One Year Only (Yes or No):No## Scheduled Hours Per Week:40## FTE:1.00## Approx Scheduled Days Per Year:185 Work Days* *(260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.)*## **Minimum Hire Rate:**$1.00 USD Annual## **Maximum Hire Rate:**$75,000.50 USD Annual## Full Salary Range:$1.00 USD - $150,000.00 USD Annual* *All salary amounts listed above 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 will be open until filled, but will not be open past:October 24, 2026