Options Program Technology Instructor - Options Program at Cherry Creek Careers

Centennial, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Instruction, Curriculum Development, Assessment Design, Classroom Management, Communication, Collaboration, Student Monitoring, Organizational Skills, Technology Integration, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Professional Development, Interpersonal Skills, Adaptability, Creativity, Problem Solving

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Job Title: Options Program Instructor FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Classification Group: Hourly Supervising Position: Options Homeschool Program Principal or designee Pay Plan: Hourly Pay Range: Hourly Wage Rate Last Updated: 06/27/2024 Pay Information Benefits Information JOB SUMMARY: Develop coursework to support effective instruction of homeschool students at the school level. Effectively deliver instruction that promotes an exemplary educational program and ensures success for all students. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Job Task Descriptions Frequency Percentage of Time 1. Instruct students in large, small, and one-on-one situations. Daily 30% 2. Develop, plan, prepare, and implement course content, format, structure, schedule, individualized programs of instruction for students, classroom materials and curriculum, lesson plans, and learning activities. Daily 20% 3. Administer, edit, proofread, and grade students’ assignments and assessments. Daily 10% 4. Design assessment tasks that allow students to demonstrate understanding in a variety of ways and use the data to give meaningful feedback and modify instruction. Daily 10% 5. Create a classroom environment that maximizes instructional opportunity, supervise the behavior and well-being of students in the classroom and all educational settings, and administer discipline when appropriate. Daily 5% 6. Monitor student growth and progress, adapt support as needed, and maintain documentation pertinent to academic, social, and emotional progress and needs of students. Daily 5% 7. Communicate students’ progress, needs, and eligibility with parents/guardians and other staff as needed. Daily 5% 8. Collaborate with teachers, support personnel, administrators, and colleagues to enhance instruction and improve student outcomes. Daily 5% 9. Participate in department, team, building, and District meetings and discussions; student and/or family conferences; social, cultural, interscholastic, and extracurricular activities; and professional growth opportunities. Daily 5% 10. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Daily 5% TOTAL 100% REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. N/A MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired. Criminal background check and fingerprinting required Bachelor's degree Student teaching/practicum/internship experience that meets or exceeds Colorado's requirements Colorado Department of Education (CDE) teaching license Appropriate CDE endorsements or equivalent in the content field Basic knowledge of typical office equipment such as telephones, copiers, fax machines, email, etc. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Basic classroom management and planning skills Basic organizational skills Intermediate verbal and written communication and interpersonal relations skills Ability to align curriculum and assessments with state content standards Ability to support programs designed to increase student achievement Ability to assume leadership in the development and communication of programs and curriculum Ability and desire to work as a team member Ability to actively participate in a Professional Learning Community Ability to understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse stakeholder groups Ability to serve as a role model and an innovative and creative learner with an insatiable thirst for knowledge that stays on the cutting edge of instructional practice and pedagogy PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, mental functions, cognitive capacities, and work environment factors required to perform a position’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Light work strength level (lifting or carrying up to 25 pounds) Primarily works indoors Typically a moderate noise level Prolonged standing and walking Frequent bending and reaching Occasional lifting, pulling, and pushing Speaking and hearing Visual concentration Eye/hand coordination Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard Concentrated reading/writing/mathematics May work outdoors when monitoring student activities Part-time work environment Normal classroom environment Normal school district environment Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not mandatory for a candidate to be considered. Formal education beyond a Bachelor’s degree Three (3) years of successful teaching experience Experience working in the public sector Experience advising school clubs/co-curricular activities Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: This position is hourly and pays $35/hour for licensed teachers. This position, like all of our teaching positions, is part-time and is a long term substitute through the end of April, with the possibility of future hours, but not guaranteed. The schedule for this position is Monday and Friday all day, 8am-4pm, and Tuesday/Thursday half day mornings, 8am-12pm. This position is not eligible for Health Insurance benefits. A technology teaching license is preferred, but related fields would also be accepted, including but not limited to Science, Math or other related fields. Classes include: Circuits and Electronics, Game Design, CAD, and Robotics.

Responsibilities

The instructor is responsible for developing and delivering coursework to homeschool students, ensuring effective instruction and student success. They will also monitor student progress and collaborate with other educators to enhance learning outcomes.