Banning Lewis Academy

About the Team

ACCEL Schools is seeking a highly qualified Daily Substitute Teacher at Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy in Colorado Springs, CO dedicated to providing a superior education for all students  We are seeking teachers who are excited to create a rigorous and nurturing classroom environment that prioritizes student learning and social-emotional development. 

Banning Lewis Academy is a tuition-free public charter school authorized by District 49, proudly serving the Banning Lewis Ranch community and surrounding neighborhoods in Colorado Springs since At Banning Lewis Academy, we blend the tradition of character development and values with modern technology and tools to create an engaging learning environment that accelerates student achievement and readiness without losing sight of student well-being and personal development. Our mission is to create a safe, positive environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and a thirst for discovery where students and staff success through exceptional programs.

About the Opportunity:

Prepare and deliver lesson plans with the ability to modify accordingly during the school yearDifferentiate instruction to meet the needs of all studentsMaintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and developmentUtilize research-based best practices in daily planning and classroom instructionManage student behavior in the classroomCreate a positive classroom environment for students to learn inUtilize school approved curricula that reflects the diverse educational, cultural, and linguistic backgrounds of the studentsImplement school-wide culture expectations and normsCommunicate and meet with families regarding the academic and social-emotional growth of their childIncorporate technology skills into daily classroom practice to support learningParticipate in the planning and implementation of non-instructional activities, as neededCollaborate and communicate effectively with colleaguesPerform other duties as assigned

About You:

Active and current state of Colorado teaching license in appropriate content areaBachelor's degree in education or related fieldHigh level of comfort working in a growth-focused coaching environment based on frequent observations, debriefs, action planning, and progress monitoringExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to properly manage confidential informationAble to supervise students of various ages in different school settings (playground, cafeteria, etc.)Ability to pass federal and state criminal background checks 

About Us

"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." – Ron Packard, CEO & Founder

ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.

Compensation and Benefits:
The compensation and benefits information below is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

This position is paid at a daily rate of $150 per day.  Factors which may affect starting pay may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.  

We offer the following benefits for part-time, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 401(k) retirement plan. All eligible employees will participate in Colorado's Family & Medical Leave Insurance Program, in accordance with state law. 

Paid Time Off: Part-time hourly employees accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.  

Application Instructions:
The deadline for applying for this position is January 31, Visit our careers page at to apply. 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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