Director of Academic Skills Center
The Association of Colorado Independent Schools, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
ACIS accredits, supports, and advances the interests of Colorado independent schools.
Fountain Valley School, a selective and diverse boarding school, educates 250 students in grades 9–12 on a beautiful 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, CO. Founded in 1930, the School provides a rigorous, global curriculum in academics, arts, athletics, and the outdoors.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Dean of Academics, the Director ASC is attentive to their students' strengths and challenges while working closely with faculty in supporting students they teach in the Academic Skills Instructional Program (ASIP). The Director of ASC is responsible for teaching up to four sections of ASIP and managing its curriculum. As part of their duties, the ASC Director also oversees the administration and proctoring of academic accommodations.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Hires, trains, and supervises peer tutors, and potential staff.
Implements workshops, Supplemental Instruction (SI), and academic coaching.
Liaisons and supports faculty and deans to align services with curriculum needs.
Evaluates student retention in the program and uses outcomes to improve support services.
Teaches up to four sections (2:1) of our Academic Skills Instructional Program
Develop and deliver engaging course content catered to students in greater need of developing and maintaining academic and executive functioning skills
Design and implement ASIP curriculum
Regularly monitor grade and progress of each ASIP student through our FVS course website and check-ins with teachers as needed
Collaborate with classroom teachers about academic progress of ASIP students
Proctor exams for students with academic accommodations as needed
Regular and reliable in person attendance
Oversee the monitoring of evening Study Hall
Committee work as assigned
Knowledge and Skills:
Able to develop a constructive, learning-centered rapport with high school students from a wide range of backgrounds
Maintains knowledge of current trends in learning education, especially with knowledge of executive functioning issues
Able to work with individuals in a courteous and professional manner
Communicates effectively in a team environment
Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, self-directed, and punctual
Able to work independently and prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in LMS Blackbaud OnCampus and Google Workspace preferred
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred
5 years experience in classroom teaching in an independent boarding/day school environment, preferred
Must possess or obtain a Colorado Driver’s License within three days
Working Conditions:
Environment: office and indoor classroom working with some outdoor events
Physical demands: able to sit and stand for at least 8 hours per day; must be able to lift 25 lb.
Attendance at certain community events will be required
Working relationships: students, parents, outside vendors, and all other employees
Benefits:
We believe in supporting the whole person — professionally and personally. Our benefits include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
School-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Colorado Paid Leave premiums
School-paid life insurance equal to 2x annual salary
Voluntary life insurance options
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Full access to our beautiful campus amenities, including pool, gym, indoor track, workout bikes, scenic hiking and biking trails, and our Mountain Campus
School
: Fountain Valley School of Colorado
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Fountain Valley School, a selective and diverse boarding school, educates 250 students in grades 9–12 on a beautiful 1,100-acre campus in Colorado Springs, CO. Founded in 1930, the School provides a rigorous, global curriculum in academics, arts, athletics, and the outdoors.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the Dean of Academics, the Director ASC is attentive to their students' strengths and challenges while working closely with faculty in supporting students they teach in the Academic Skills Instructional Program (ASIP). The Director of ASC is responsible for teaching up to four sections of ASIP and managing its curriculum. As part of their duties, the ASC Director also oversees the administration and proctoring of academic accommodations.
Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Hires, trains, and supervises peer tutors, and potential staff.
Implements workshops, Supplemental Instruction (SI), and academic coaching.
Liaisons and supports faculty and deans to align services with curriculum needs.
Evaluates student retention in the program and uses outcomes to improve support services.
Teaches up to four sections (2:1) of our Academic Skills Instructional Program
Develop and deliver engaging course content catered to students in greater need of developing and maintaining academic and executive functioning skills
Design and implement ASIP curriculum
Regularly monitor grade and progress of each ASIP student through our FVS course website and check-ins with teachers as needed
Collaborate with classroom teachers about academic progress of ASIP students
Proctor exams for students with academic accommodations as needed
Regular and reliable in person attendance
Oversee the monitoring of evening Study Hall
Committee work as assigned
Knowledge and Skills:
Able to develop a constructive, learning-centered rapport with high school students from a wide range of backgrounds
Maintains knowledge of current trends in learning education, especially with knowledge of executive functioning issues
Able to work with individuals in a courteous and professional manner
Communicates effectively in a team environment
Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, self-directed, and punctual
Able to work independently and prioritize tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in LMS Blackbaud OnCampus and Google Workspace preferred
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree, advanced degree preferred
5 years experience in classroom teaching in an independent boarding/day school environment, preferred
Must possess or obtain a Colorado Driver’s License within three days
Working Conditions:
Environment: office and indoor classroom working with some outdoor events
Physical demands: able to sit and stand for at least 8 hours per day; must be able to lift 25 lb.
Attendance at certain community events will be required
Working relationships: students, parents, outside vendors, and all other employees
Benefits:
We believe in supporting the whole person — professionally and personally. Our benefits include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
School-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Colorado Paid Leave premiums
School-paid life insurance equal to 2x annual salary
Voluntary life insurance options
Employee Assistance Program for confidential support services
Retirement plan with employer contribution
Full access to our beautiful campus amenities, including pool, gym, indoor track, workout bikes, scenic hiking and biking trails, and our Mountain Campus
School
: Fountain Valley School of Colorado
#J-18808-Ljbffr