Biology Teacher High School

THE CLASSICAL ACADEMYPOSITION DESCRIPTIONTITLE: BiologyTeacher - High School DEPARTMENT: SecondaryDATE: January 26 2026 FLSA Status: ExemptWork Year: Academic CalendarThis position is for one traditional HS Biology teacher position is full time (1.0 FTE) for the 26-27 SYSALARY: $47765-$51690**depending upon previous relevant starting pay rate will be determined after a review of the work experience provided on the job application and Tier System document: $1200 Welcome Bonus**Pro-rated by FTE. Bonus will be added to October 2026 paycheck provided the candidate has completed all Human Resources STATEMENT OF DUTIES:Implements a school program which encourages a positive learning environment and supports The Classical Academys mission statement and Core RELATIONSHIP:Reports to the Principal or Assistant PrincipalESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Creates a positive atmosphere in the classroom to help ensure success for individual studentSets a plan for classroom managementModels and instructs virtuous character traitsDevelops curriculum and lesson plans in line with The Classical Academy philosophyCreates and administers assessments to monitor progressWorks with parents to ensure success for each student in the classroomCommunicates progress with parents and works together to ensure tasks are completedAttends meetings conferences and in-services as requiredCoordinates special events and field trips to enrich curriculumFacilitates character coaching opportunities between secondary and elementary studentsMARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Serves on various committees such as curriculum and planning committeesPerforms additional duties such as lunchroom monitor carpool monitor or detention monitorSupervises student clubs and activitiesSupports and enforces TCA policies and expectations such as uniform policiesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:EDUCATION:Bachelors degree requiredMinimum 24 credit hours in subject areaORpassing PRAXIS content test in subject areaEXPERIENCE:Expertise in the subject areas taughtKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of The Classical Academys philosophy mission statement core values policies and proceduresKnowledge of basic materials for grade level or subject areaStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents students supervisors other teachers and volunteersAbility to provide a warm and caring attitude toward students parents and staffAbility to work well with students and parents from diverse backgrounds or populationsAbility to analyze assessment data and to differentiate instruction based on analysis of data and knowledge of effective instructional strategies/methodsSCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:StudentsParentsVolunteersSupport staffOther teaching staffSupervisorsGuest teachersOther employeesContacts are generally of a nature requiring disseminating and discussing routine information but may occasionally involve sensitive issues or situations that require a high level of confidentialityWORK ENVIRONMENT:Work is performed in a classroom setting and online setting with additional duties to include study hall office hours lunch supervision or other special to work normal school hours and other hours as neededPHYSICAL DEMANDS:The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all demands will require employees to:Frequently use eye hand and finger coordination to enable the use of a computer other office equipment and writing utensilsSpend majority of work hours sitting and occasionally stand walk or drive while performing job be involved in verbal and auditory interaction both interpersonally and through communication devicesOccasionally lift/carry burdens weighing up to 35 lbs. and push/pull burdens weighing up to 100 kneel crouch bend reach and balance while working or helping studentsCOGNITIVE FUNCTIONS:The following are some of the cognitive functions commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all-inclusive:The staff member may be required to analyze communicate compare compile compute coordinate copy evaluate instruct negotiate synthesize reason and use interpersonal : 0.5 to 1.0 FTE:The Classical Academy offers competitive pay and a robust total compensation package including:MEDICAL INSURANCE: There are three options for Medical coverage including an HSA option; as well as access to OneMedical for eligible staff members who elect a TCA Medical plan. The Classical Academy (TCA) makes a monthly contribution toward your medical premiums as an INSURANCE: Dental insurance is offered through Delta Dental of Colorado. TCA makes a monthly contribution toward the premium for this benefitLIFE INSURANCE/LTD: Employeesare provided a $25000 group term life insurance through The Standard Life Insurance Company and offers Long-term Disability coverage as well. TCA pays the full cost of group term life insurance and long-term disability benefits. Accident and hospital indemnity plans are also available to employees through The Standard for an additional PLAN: Administered by Colorado PERA this is a tax deferred retirement account to which you contribute 11% of your monthly earnings. TCA contributes 20.9% to the PERA pension trust fund on your VISION INSURANCE: EyeMed is the voluntary vision program available to TCA PROGRAM: A voluntary wellness program though Orriant is offered in which employees are eligible to earn an incentive of up to $150 for participation AND achievement of wellness activity goalsRETIREMENT OPTIONS: Employees may elect to participate in deferred income for retirement purposes: PERA Plus 401(k) through EmpowerMEDICAL and DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: This account allows employees to save money for unreimbursed medical expenses or dependent care expenses to be used within the plan year (July to June) on a tax-exempt basis. This reduces your taxable OFF COMPENSATION: An employee with 0.5 to 1.0 FTE will receive Staff Leave and Personal Leave. For positions less than 1.0 FTE leave time will be prorated based on FTE. Our leave program is fully compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Workplace ENROLLMENT STATUS: Children of staff members 0.4 FTE and above receive priority enrollment of their child/children at The Classical Professional Development OpportunitiesStaff Appreciation Meals and EventsConditions of Employment:Per the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 the selected applicant shall be required to verify within 72 hours of employment her/his legal right to be employed in the United Classical Academy does not discriminate on the basis of age race religion national origin disability gender or any other protected status in its educational programs and activities (including employment and application for employment).

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