In House Substitute Teacher

 

The In-House Substitute Teacher will deliver instructional activities by utilizing various technology and curriculum resources and guides provided by the school while fostering a positive learning environment for the 2024-2025 school year.

 

 

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to: K-12 Compliance & Academic Support Services Principal & School Principals

Direct Reports: This is a non-supervisory position.

 

 

Compensation:

This is a full-time, 10-month position. Salaries start at $40,000 and goes up to $48,015 based on years of licensed experience. Click here to see the In-House Substitute salary scale, which can also be found on the schools website under 'Financial Transperencies'. See a detailed of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description. 

 

 

Essential Functions:

• Follow lesson plan developed by classroom teacher.
• Utilize guides, resources, and directions from teachers and administrators to deliver instructional activities.
• Reinforce learning strategies and skills.
• Follow and reinforce classroom management and student behavior expectations set by classroom teacher.
• Effectively manage student behavior in the classroom and during transition times through appropriate strategies.
• Model and carry out effective 

Additionally:

• Be present and engage in Pinnacle functions and organizations to build strong relationships with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Maintain and deepen current educational learning on an ongoing basis.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Possess a Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Substitute Teaching License
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. 
• Commitment to mission and vision of the school.
• Creative and flexible in time of change.
• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills (conflict management and resolution).
• Excellent organization skills.
• Experience with second language learners.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

 

Working Conditions:

Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions.  Normal school environment with moderate to high noise level.

Mental Functions: Analyze, collaboration, communicate, compare, compilation of data, compute, coordinate, copy, direct, evaluate, instruct, interpersonal skills, present, report, synthesize.

Physical Activities: Bend, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students, parents, peers, and community members.

Weight and Force Demands: Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 25 pounds).

Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.

Note: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, during the 2021-2022 school year, school staff are critical employees and are expected to perform work on campus as required.

 

 

Why work for Pinnacle?

As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance and AD&D plans (100% employer paid for the employee)!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (click HERE to learn more)!
• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!
• Short and Long Term Disability!
• Colonial Life add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!
• Employee Assistance Program with up to four free counseling sessions!

 

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now!

 

 

About Pinnacle:

Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO.  For more information visit https://www.pinnaclecharterschool.org/.

 

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. Pinnacle Charter School is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas. 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.