7th Grade Math Teacher for Aspen Middle School

-The Aspen Middle School seeks a 7th Grade Math Teacher-

Position Title: 7th Grade Teacher

Department: Aspen Middle School

Reports to: Middle School Principal

Classification: Certified Full-time Exempt

Contract Period: 9 Month (185 days with some variance depending on the year)

Salary Range: Certified Salary Schedule

ASD offers district-funded employee and dependent health benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life insurance to benefit-eligible employees. Other benefits include (as eligible): paid leave, CO PERA (pension plan) enrollment with district contribution, TSA options, free transportation for employees from Carbondale to Aspen, fuel stipened for employees living beyond Carbondale, employee assistance program, wellness program, supplemental insurance (ie cancer, disability, etc).

I: Position Summary

This position will focus upon student growth and achievement in the areas of 5th Grade

mathematics, science, and reading (math focus). This teacher will create a supportive, positive class environment, establishing rapport with students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed as a solid foundation for 5th grade education.

II: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning for all students using a variety of instructional methods, integrating, and utilizing technology, to provide students with opportunities to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, encourage exploration of ideas, and develop leadership qualities.
• Reflect on teaching practices, analyze student learning, development, and growth and apply what is learned to improve instruction.
• Manages oneself (is organized, prepared, and punctual; manages resources; meets deadlines; follows through on commitments; demonstrates appropriate physical appearance relative to job and environmental expectations) in a manner that enhances the image of public education.
• Acts consistently in ways that directly support the missions of the schools and District.
• Uses strong verbal communication and listening skills;
• Develops and maintains rapport and effective relationships with adolescents and adults contacted in carrying out duties and responsibilities by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, support, and professional conduct;
• Formulates goals that reflect the organization's strategic theme and include specific, measurable outcomes instead of just completing activities;
• Contributes actively to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility (give and take) in team discussions, activities, and decision making;
• Maintains high ethical standards, legal responsibility, and confidentiality.
• Ensures full attendance on all contracted workdays as outlined in the employment agreement, including arriving on time and remaining for the entire contracted day.
• Be present and actively engaged during the scheduled workdays according to the school's academic calendar, observing holidays, breaks, and scheduled professional development days as appropriate.
• Arrive on time for all scheduled workdays and meetings, including the beginning of school, lunch breaks, and any special assignments, ensuring minimal disruption to the academic schedule.
• Notify the appropriate school personnel in advance for any anticipated absences, including following district procedures for requesting leave, and provide documentation when necessary.
• In the event of an absence, ensure that appropriate substitute plans are prepared and submitted in accordance with school policy, facilitating a smooth transition for students.
• Other duties as assigned or necessary.

III: Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate for this position will:

• Demonstrate expertise in Colorado Academic Standards/Common Core Standards for elementary math education, including awareness of the ways learning takes place and the appropriate levels of cognitive, social, and emotional development of adolescents;
• Establish support, inspiration, and respect with a diverse population of students, developing a classroom learning environment in which each child has a positive, nurturing relationship with caring adults and other children;
• Facilitate learning for all students using a variety of instructional methods, integrating and utilizing technology, to provide students with opportunities to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, encourage exploration of ideas, and develop leadership qualities;
• Reflect on teaching practices, analyzing student work, learning, development, and growth and apply what is learned to improve instruction;
• Demonstrate leadership, advocating for the school and students and exhibit high ethical standards;
• Take responsibility for student academic growth using a variety of formative assessments and ongoing improvement of instructional practice;
• Displays a willingness to learn new information;
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for collaboration, using MTSS framework with a team of administrators, teachers, and support staff; and
• Communicate effectively and interact well with parents and other community members.

IV: Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree
• Possess or be eligible to obtain a Colorado Teaching License in Middle School Education within the first 3 months of hire.

V: Preferred Qualifications

• CDE Secondary or Middle School Math endorsement
• Master's degree
• Previous experience teaching Math in Middle School
• Experience with IB Programme Standards and Practices including units of inquiry curriculum development, instruction and assessment.
• Spanish Bilingual

VI: Work Environment

• The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, sitting standing walking, and significant fine motor skills. The job is performed in a generally clean and comfortable environment.

VII: Essential Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs., bending, squatting, standing, reaching, sitting, walking, and stooping, occasional climbing, and repetitive motion

VIII: Acknowledgement

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The successful candidate will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Director. The Aspen School District reserves the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time.