Job Description

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website:BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Charter School: Justice High Charter

Position Title: Teacher- Social Science

Position Start Date: January 8, 2024

Position Type: Charter

FTE: 0.45 - 18 hours per week - Temporary (Through 6/1/2024) 

Work Schedule: 261 Days 

Pay range to be determined by Justice High School administration

Closing Date: December 17, 2023

Justice High School:

Justice High School provides a year-round, 21st century College Prep education for students in the Denver/Boulder County area. The curriculum and programming at Justice High are also ideal for youth who have become disconnected from the traditional school systems because of juvenile delinquency, drug/alcohol use, alienation, and other factors. Expectations are high for the students. The philosophy is that students who are considered "at risk’ have the potential to become successful when provided with a structured environment and opportunities. Justice High provides AP model instruction. The educational model provides opportunity for students that attend full time to finish their high school requirements in two to three years with full attendance. Each student at Justice High can grow into a respectful adult, who will have the knowledge, will and self-esteem to succeed in college and life.

Summary:

Justice High School seeks a creative and energic social studies teacher who is passionate about social studies. The JHS social studies teacher must be able to:

  • Develop courses syllabi for U.S. History, World History, Sports History, and Civics. 
  • Teacher must be able to Communicate with students in an understandable, effective way about daily lessons and instructions.
  • Establish clear learning objectives and develop these with their student.

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.

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

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