Responsibilities:

• They support their grade level/content area colleagues in facilitating learning experiences and teach the course of study as outlined by the District approved curriculum: Utilizes innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students; Co-plans and develops an engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom using the approved District instructional model, WIDA language development standards and adhering to state and school district curriculum guidelines.
• Collaborate in Data Driven Instruction and Inquiry (DDI) model to systematically improve student learning: Assess student proficiency using formal and informal assessment tools; Differentiate assessments based on individual needs; Provides timely feedback and targeted interventions; Co-plan and consistently delivers instruction that draws on results of student assessments; Anticipate student misconceptions and plans lessons accordingly.
• Create and foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment in which all students see themselves represented in the classroom and understand the behavioral expectations: Supports the implementation of procedures and routines that maximize student learning; Respond to student misconduct in a respectful manner using restorative practices; Actively seeks a variety of perspectives; Demonstrate mutual respect for peers and adults in a variety of contexts; Communicates and involves parent/guardians in all aspects of their child’s education. 
• Creates and supports a culture of equity and inclusion that values, accepts, and understands diversity and the impact of culturally and linguistically responsive practices.
• Understands and identifies barriers in classroom instructional practices that contribute to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented groups of students.
• Develops positive relationships with parents/families; encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Exhibits a growth mindset through participation in high quality professional learning; actively participate in the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of new strategies and techniques.
• Participates in co-planning, co-teaching and reflective dialogue with colleagues, focused on student learning, to enhance student experiences and access to grade level curriculum.
• Collaborates with classroom, special education and other teachers to provide meaningful inclusion and/or extention opportunities for students.
• Acts ethically and professionally in personal conduct, relationships with others, decision-making, and collaboration; places children at the center of education and accepts responsibility for each student’s academic success and well being.
• Assists with supervising students in the classroom, halls, recess, before/after school duty, etc.; and enforce safety and security standards set by the District.
• Follow State legal requirements, negotiated agreement, and District and building policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with the appropriate endorsement in CLDE (must upload license or in process documentation to application). 
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application.

Preferred: 

• Bilingual and Biliterate skills in Spanish/English.
• Knowledge of and deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including those on an IEP and/or learning English.

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html