Social Science Teacher

About the Employer

Teacher-Social Science

Job Title

Boulder Valley School District is seeking a highly qualified teacher to join our team of educators.

Job Summary

A BVSchool District teacher demonstrates a strong knowledge of the curriculum and content area while positively impacting student achievement through innovative instructional strategies and effectively managing the learning environment.

Responsibilities

Facilitate learning experiences and teach the course of study as outlined by the district-approved curriculum, utilizing innovative and differentiated instructional strategies to meet individual needs and motivate students. Utilize a 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, provide timely feedback and targeted interventions, plan and consistently deliver instruction that draws on results of student assessments, anticipate student misconceptions and plan lessons accordingly, and report grades. 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, implementing procedures and routines that maximize student learning, responding to student misconduct in a respectful manner using restorative practices, actively seeking a variety of perspectives, demonstrating mutual respect for peers and adults in a variety of contexts, and communicating and involving parent/guardians in all aspects of their child’s education. Create and support a culture of equity and inclusion that values, accepts, and understands diversity and the impact of culturally responsive practices. Understand and identify barriers in classroom instructional practices that contribute to disproportionate outcomes for underrepresented groups of students. Develop positive relationships with parents/families, encouraging parental involvement in students’ education and ensuring effective communication with students and parents, providing proactive, clear, and constructive feedback to families about student progress and working collaboratively with the families and significant adults in the lives of their students, and fostering two-way communication with families. Exhibit a growth mindset through participation in high-quality professional learning, actively participating in the evaluation process through goal setting, reflection, and development of new strategies and techniques. Participate in reflective dialogue with colleagues, focused on student learning, to enhance student learning and utilize shared values and norms to facilitate discussions in which all participants have a voice and contribute to the common goal. Collaborate with special education, CLDE, and GT teachers to provide meaningful inclusion and/or extension opportunities for students. Act ethically and professionally in personal conduct, relationships with others, decision-making, and collaboration; place children at the center of education and accept responsibility for each student’s academic success and well-being. Supervise 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 agreements, and district and building policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Required:

Currently hold a Colorado teaching license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in Social Studies (must upload license or in-process documentation to application). Completed and submitted BVSchool District online application. The Read Act SB 19-199 (PDF) and SB22-004 (PDF) requires that all Colorado teachers who provide literacy instruction to students must earn a ‘Read Act Designation’ by meeting specific requirements. If you are hired for a position requiring the Read Act designation, you will be required to obtain it.

Preferred:

Excellent oral and written communication skills; willingness to communicate frequently with families regarding school curriculum and student progress. Knowledge of and deep belief in inclusion in the general education classroom for all students, including those on an IEP and/or learning English. Data-driven evidence of closing the achievement gap and deep knowledge of instructional practices that will do so.

Salary Information

Salary placement varies according to experience and education. The pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSchool District or current BVSchool District employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule).

Application and Selection Procedure

External candidates: Apply online at jobs.bvsd.
Current BVSchool District 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
- Personalized benefits
- Identity theft protection
- Flexible spending plans
- Retirement savings plans
- ePass
Please see our benefits page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

About BVSchool District

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: BVSchool District Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html