<p> Through a demanding education of high standards, structure, and accountability, West Denver Preparatory Charter School prepares students in grades six through eight for educational success from middle school through college.</p><p>2011-2012 Snapshot of West Denver Prep Campuses:  FEDERAL and HARVEY PARK will each serve 320 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students in SW Denver.  LAKE and HIGHLAND will each serve 200 6th and 7th grade students in NW Denver.</p><p>West Denver Prep will inspire and prepare all students for a future of college Our Core Beliefs: success through:  College-preparatory Reading, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies 1. Every child deserves classes from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. a demanding,  Arts, Sports, Music and other Enrichment classes from 3:00 - 4:15 PM. standards-based  Regular assessment of progress toward academic standards and regular education. assessment of behavior standards in accordance with the STRIVE values. 2. Accountable  Daily advisory meetings and community gatherings. community develops  Structured planning time for teachers to develop the highest quality lessons. character.  A focused, structured school culture with a strict Code of Conduct and 3. Great teachers are uniforms. essential for academic excellence.  Close collaboration with parents and families.</p><p>West Denver Prep will consider a Special Education teacher for placement at our Federal campus who:</p><p> Is dedicated to educational success for urban students of color.  Has the highest commitment to improving curriculum and instruction through collaboration, best practices, and regular assessment.  Communicates effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.  Holds a B.A./B.S. degree in subject area intended to teach.  Is certified to teach Special Education  Speaks Spanish or have experience working with bilingual students (preferred).  Has urban teaching experience (preferred).</p><p>This position will begin on February 1st, 2010, and resumes will be considered immediately. Compensation is highly competitive; teachers are eligible to participate in the Denver Public Schools Retirement System and are eligible for a performance bonus above their base pay. West Denver Prep is an equal opportunity employer.</p><p>To apply, send a resume and cover letter to: Nathalie Sosa, Human Capital Manager [email protected]</p>