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Do you want to grow your career inAn American Classical Education, helping students to live responsible, courageous and virtuous lives?Ascent Classical Academiesis seeking dedicated faculty members, well-versed in classical philosophy and pedagogy, for its existing and new campuses. Please use this application to submit general interest in a faculty position -- whether it be for an existing school where the opening may not yet be listed, or for future schools opening in 2024 and beyond!

As of the fall of 2023, four Ascent campuses will be operating in Colorado: Lone Tree (see Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County ), Windsor (see Ascent Classical Academy of Northern Colorado), Thornton (see Ascent Classical Academy of 27J), and Grand Junction (see Ascent Classical Academy of Grand Junction) and future campuses are being planned.

Ascent Classical Academies are dedicated to training the minds and improving the hearts of students and encourage teachers to take their own moral and intellectual improvement seriously as part of a supportive and excellence-driven culture. At Ascent Classical Academy charter schools, well-educated and articulate faculty utilize direct instruction to convey real knowledge to students using traditional teaching methods. Teachers enjoy a wide array of resources as they create their own lessons within the content-rich curriculum to engage students in a positive and virtue-imbued learning experience in the liberal arts. General education grammar school teachers experience the joy of mastering the key elements of their instruction, such as explicit phonics, Singapore math, Core Knowledge history and science, and English grammar with support from peers within the school and other Ascent Classical Academy network schools.

New-to-classical and apprentice teachers are provided mentoring and support to learn their craft well. In order to prepare teachers well, preliminary training in the content-rich curriculum may begin in February to take place intermittently, allowing teachers to complete their commitments to their current schools. Typically around the first of August, ACA teachers come together 2-3 weeks before the first student contact day, to gather for development, fellowship, and leisure time in order to grow together in learning the Ascent culture and curricular content.

Compensation Range and Particulars:Compensation will vary greatly depending on the location as well as the applicant's experience and qualifications. In general, teacher salaries range from $43,000 to $55,000 annually. While student contact and professional development days amount to approximately 190-200 days per year, Ascent Classical Academy teachers are dedicated to year-round development of their craft, while enjoying additional time off in the summer. Professional development in the summer is encouraged and supported. Pay is spread evenly over 12 months. Depending on funding and enrollment, performance pay may also be available.

Full-Time Benefits Available:

• Health savings account with employer contributions
• Short- and long-term disability and life insurance plans
• Employee-only coverage for group medical, dental, and vision plan; dependent coverage available
• Robust teacher training including several weeks of on-site training
• Retirement investment account with employer match
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Free employee benefit and healthcare guidance
• Paid leave for qualifying events under the Family Medical Leave Act
• Competitive compensation package including performance pay and stipends available
• Paid time off for a wide array of health reasons for employees and dependents, consistent with applicable laws

About Ascent Classical Academies

Ascent Classical Academiespartners with networks of classical charter schools to deliver a content-rich curriculum in the liberal arts and sciences, with underlying principles in the Western tradition of the study of history, literature, philosophy, and fine arts. OurAmerican Classical Educationincludes, among other things, the study of Latin; a rich examination of American literary, moral, philosophical, political, and historical tradition; and a school culture centered upon moral virtue, respect, discipline, and studiousness among students and faculty alike. Ascent Classical Academy charter schools currently serve approximately 1,700 students in K-12 campuses located in the Denver and Fort Collins areas of Colorado, with significant expansion planned throughout Colorado, the Carolinas and beyond.

SeeAscent Classical Academy of Northern ColoradoandAscent Classical Academy of Douglas Countyto learn more about our existing schools.

Requirements

Qualified candidates will have a strong background in the subject matter, demonstrate high moral character and embrace the virtues of a democratic society. The successful candidate will also foster professional friendships with faculty and staff, seek collaborative relationships with parents, and mentor students in the pursuit of their own flourishing.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Commitment to model moral character in line with the school’s core virtues and the pursuit of the Good, True, and Beautiful
• Dedication to the value of a rigorous liberal arts education
• After offer is accepted, satisfactory background check as required by state law and the local department of education
• For co-curricular subjects (art, music, physical education), bachelor’s degree in the subject taught preferred, or at a minimum 36 hours of higher education credit in the subject area of instruction. (In some cases, a passing grade in a content exam will suffice.)
• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Adherence to all ACA policies, including but not limited to the Employee Handbook, Family Handbook, and all applicable school and board policies.
• Loyalty to the school and ACA’s mission and vision
• Eligibility to work in the United States

Unless required by law, a teacher's license is neither required nor preferred.