Grammar School Teacher K2 Classical Charter School Yr

Job Title: FY 26-27 Grammar School Teacher K-2

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction (ACAGJ)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Dean of Faculty

Work Hours/Days: M-F, School days, and professional development/work days

Salary Range: $46,500-$60,000

Desired

Start Date:

August 2026

* Please note all teachers will need to be able to attend training in Hillsdale, MI, for up to 10 days in June. ACACS and Hillsdale cover travel to the conference, lodging, and food.

Position Summary:

Are you passionate about classical education? Do you want a greater role in training the hearts and minds of the next generation in a classical, content-rich education? Do you desire to join a community of learners who share your passion, who love learning and work as a team to train up future citizens of high moral character?

Essential Functions:

• Prepare unit and lesson plans and teach specific curriculum in Singapore Math, Well Ordered Language, and writing through the Institute for Excellence in Writing, as well as literature, poetry, history, and science in alignment with Hillsdale College's K12 Program Guide for each school year
• Teach and mentor students, utilizing classical pedagogy methods
• Actively seek collaborative relationships with parents and mentor students in the pursuit of their own flourishing
• Model moral character in line with the school's core virtues and the pursuit of Good, True, and Beautiful
• Assign, collect, grade, and return graded work in a timely manner
• Proctor or supervise tests on the annual testing cycle (beginning of year, middle of year, end of year)
• Continuously monitor student progress and self-evaluate how best to support effective student learning
• Proactively identify struggling or advanced students to provide additional support or academic extensions
• Collaborate with Students Services team to meet requirements of special educational plans, such as IEPs, 504s, and others
• Communicate regularly, usually weekly, with parents
• Assist in daily operations of the school (e.g., taking attendance, supervising student arrivals, passing periods in hallways, lunchtime and recess supervision) on a shared schedule
• Participate in professional development as offered by ACAGJ and Hillsdale College's K12 Office
• Maintains a collegial, professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues as a partner in the community of learners
• Complete all required training and provide documentation as well as official college transcripts within 90 days of hire date
• Demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance by adhering to assigned work hours, reporting on time, and following proper procedures for absences or tardiness to ensure minimal disruption to students, colleagues, and school operations
• Demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English to effectively perform their job responsibilities and communicate in the workplace
• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 36 credit hours in Early Childhood Education (Colorado Teaching license is NOT required)
• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• All faculty will be required to participate in a study of Tried and True by Daniel Copeland and The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to support the school leadership team as needed
• Willingness to perform other duties as requested

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and the school
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or standing to teach
• Must be able to supervise outdoor recess

Mandatory Background Checks:
In alignment with our commitment to student safety, all candidates are required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which includes reviewing criminal records and will require fingerprinting. Please be aware that certain findings in the background check may disqualify a candidate from employment in a school setting. These may include, but are not limited to:

• Convictions for violent crimes, such as assault or domestic violence.
• Convictions for offenses against children, including abuse or endangerment.
• Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving the distribution or trafficking of controlled substances.
• Certain felony convictions, depending on their nature and recency.
• History of certain misdemeanors that may raise concerns about a candidate's suitability for working in an educational environment. Submission of this application signifies your consent to this process and understanding of these criteria.

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