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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

Social Studies Teacher - State Teacher I - Campus at Mountview

Lakewood, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$72K/yr - $72K/yr

NEOGOV is part of the Colorado Department of Human Services, which provides services to youth in institutional facilities. The Social Studies Teacher is responsible for delivering classroom instruction in English Language Arts and Humanities to committed youth, ensuring a trauma-informed educational environment and adherence to state standards.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains an appropriate classroom setting through the use of effective classroom management skills and engagement strategies specific to student needs to include implementation of the PBIS system and behavior tools

Assesses new and continuing students using multiple assessment methods and collecting multiple pieces of evidence of learning

Prepares unit lesson plans and daily plans that are aligned with state standards and the critical skills needed; designs and implements a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student progress that correlate to standards-based education and with appropriate rigor

Implements a variety of research-based education strategies (including technology) to accommodate multi-age/multi-level students

Ensures that the DYS instructional framework is followed with daily learning objectives and relevant learning with appropriate assessments while meeting the needs of all youth; understand and use the instructional model

Ensure accurate educational records are in IC and/or Trails while meeting deadlines

Uses these skills for subbing in other classrooms as required

Use the technology appropriate and as expected to design, upload information and lessons while taking attendance daily and grading work appropriately

Meets informally and in scheduled meetings with the Central Education Office members, principal, treatment providers and other teachers to review student and school progress

Develop comprehensive plans for implementation of the subject matter in line with the education goals and in alignment with school development plans and quality standards

Participate in professional and staff safety development and apply learning accordingly

Assure appropriate boundaries and effective presentation in the classroom and workplace

Use data effectively and with MTSS processes, progress monitoring, educational advocacy, and multidisciplinary team meetings (MDT)

Monthly reviews of content to principal

Assist in the safety and security of the school and facility by supervising residents as needed and providing immediate assistance as necessary within the facility

Consistently knowing and following policy and procedures of the Division of Youth Services and the facility with a focus on safety procedures for classrooms and youth

Adhere to the trauma-informed culture and expectations

Know and use Motivational Interviewing, Sanctuary Model to include small group processes and Restorative Justice language and frameworks

Assure count of materials daily

Adhere to Code of Conduct and professional norms of behavior

Follow leave policy and procedures

Qualification

Teacher licenseClassroom managementAssessment methodsTechnology enhanced instructionAt-risk youthProblem sensitivityInterpersonal skillsOral communication

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in education or a field of study related to the work assignment

A current, valid Initial or Professional Teacher license issued by the Colorado Department of Education

Current, valid Colorado Adult Basic Education Authorization, Initial Special Services, or Special Services license will substitute for the Colorado Initial or Professional Teacher license

Must be 21 years old or older

This position requires State of Colorado residency at the time of application and residency within the state throughout the duration of employment in this position

Must possess a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License or a non-restricted U.S. Driver's License for positions within 30 miles of the CO state border

Out-of-State Driver's License holders must obtain a valid, non-restricted Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment start date

Must travel to training events and shadowing events in Denver area and other state facilities

CDE Teaching License; with an endorsement in Language arts / Humanities

Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of the DYS Pre-service Training Academy, Field Training Program (FTO) and mandatory annual training in all subject areas

The Diana Screen®, a sexual risk screening tool, is administered to all applicants to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) seeking positions of trust with children and teens to help ensure that ethical boundaries between children and adults are maintained