Guest Teacher - Morgridge Academy (1-year)

National Jewish Health is currently seeking a Long Term Guest Teacher for a mixed age class of fourth and fifth graders to join our Morgridge Academy Team for one year. Do you want to make a huge difference in the lives of children who have illnesses Morgridge Academy is a free K-8 school for children with chronic health issues located on the campus of NJH. This important role provides education to children in a medically safe environment. Our small class sizes (max of 15) and exceptional teaching resources make Morgridge Academy an ideal place for a teacher to work!

The Ideal candidate will enjoy working with both adults and children in an innovative and nurturing environment. Prior teaching experience is required. Special Education certification is preferred.

If you believe in working for a school where we make an impact every day we invite you to join our team!

National Jewish Health isseeking a Guest Teacher to join our Morgridge Academy team. Do you want to make a huge difference in the lives of children who have illnesses Morgridge Academy is a free K-8 school for children with chronic health issues located on the campus of National Jewish Health. This important role provides education to children in a medically safe environment when our teachers need to be out of the building. This is a flexible pool/variable hour position. The individual selected for this position will work with other team members and independently depending on student needs.

The ideal candidate will enjoy working with both adults and children in an innovative and nurturing environment. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required.

If you believe in working for a school where we make an impact every day we invite you to join our team!

General Summary
To instruct students in a variety of academic subjects.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Instructs students in Academic or Fine Arts.
2. Corrects and grades schoolwork homework and test.
3. Monitors students physical condition and reports all concerns to nursing staff.
4. May meet with parents to discuss school progress and make recommendations.
5. Maintain student confidentiality and any other confidential information that is obtained during the performance of duties.
6. After school and evenings events may occasionally be necessary.
7. Assist with supervision of students during lunch recess and between classes.
8. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Management/Supervisory Responsibilities
None

General Responsibilities

1. Performs as directed safety compliance and uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.
2. Participates in Quality Assessment (QA) and Quality Improvement (QI) programs as directed.
3. Ensures compliance with The Joint Commission and all other Federal State and Regulatory Agencies.
4. Responds promptly and sincerely to customers needs requests and concerns via all communication forms using easily understood language and refraining from using inappropriate language and non-verbal gestures.
5. Maintains positive working relationships as a team player through problem solving issues speaking positively about others listening attentively and observing the Patient Bill of Rights and Confidentiality.
6. Increases customer service knowledge skill and ability by participating in department and institution-wide specific programs.
7. Incorporates National Jewishs identity (Science Transforming Life) into daily functions. Speaks positively about the institution provides customers with prompt service maintains a clean and safe working environment dresses appropriately based upon National Jewish safety standards and departmental policies and wears an ID badge visibly.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Education: Bachelor degree with Colorado teaching certification required.
2. Work Experience: A minimum of one (1) year preferred. Experience with chronically ill children also preferred.
3. Special Training Certification and Licensure: Working with children with learning disabilities and/or children with behavioral/emotional disorders.

Salary Range: $27.54 - $36.42

Benefits
At National Jewish Health we recognize that our outstanding faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every aspect of health care our employees are our greatest asset. With that in mind we have designed a valuable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

• Comprehensive Medical Coverage:Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
• Paid Time Off:Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days and six paid holidays all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
• Dental & Vision Plans:Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
• Retirement Savings:403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
• Wellness Incentives:Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
• Tuition Reimbursement:Up to $5250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
• Child Care Assistance:Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
• Loan Forgiveness:Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
• Disability & Life Insurance:Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
• Voluntary Benefits:Full suite of coverage options such as Accident Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
• Exclusive Discounts:Savings on local services insurance and RTD bus passes.

Application Deadline:This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.