8th Grade Science Teacher

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Principal, the Science Teacher will engage scholars through an interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning framework integrated with common core concepts. This is a full-time, exempt, non-year-round position.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The ideal candidate will drive student outcomes by:

• Aligning planning to the Common Core Standards and student assessment data

• Using data-driven techniques to set ambitious goals for scholars

• Maintaining consistent communications with families regarding student progress

• Holding weekly Office hours after school

• Build positive and trusting relationships with students, families, and community members, and support parent engagement in student success

Maintain strong classroom and school culture by:

• Clearly and consistently communicating and upholding school rules, values, and expectations in and out of the classroom

• Setting an urgent, respectful, and positive tone in the classroom

• Displaying extraordinary time management to maximize student learning

• Building relationships with students that communicate the importance of college success and your belief that they will succeed

• Building a collaborative, respectful advisory classroom community

• Taking on responsibilities outside of their content area instruction such as advisory, lunch duty, enrichment classes, and after school activities

• Work with other teachers and administrators to address and resolve student issues

• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence. Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required

Plan a rigorous curriculum and deliver strong instruction by:

• Demonstrating solid knowledge and understanding of the content matter

• Using a multitude of instructional strategies that are academically rigorous and highly engaging

• Executing detailed lesson plans mapped to specific Common Core standards

• Taking responsibility for student progress; constantly working to respond to students’ need

• Differentiate learning and provide necessary accommodations and modifications for growth and success of all students

• Special projects and duties outside of primary teaching responsibility as assigned

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advance degree in subject area preferred

• Possession of a valid internship, preliminary, or clear California Single Subject teaching credential

• Demonstrated success working with students from educationally underserved areas.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• • Excellent verbal and written communication skills required
    • Exceptional relationship building skills and the ability to communicate clearly to multiple stakeholders
    • Extremely strong classroom management abilities
    • A strong belief that all students can succeed
    • A do-whatever-it takes attitude including a willingness to work occasionally on the weekend or in the evening
    • Passionate about improving public education to help all children reach their dreams.
    • An exceptional ability to respond well to feedback and implement it immediately
    • A strong ethical base and self-awareness
    • Bilingual Spanish preferred
    • Commitment to LA Promise Fund mission and Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, Professionalism, Excellence, Diversity and Equity
    • Must clear a LiveScan criminal background check
    • Must clear a TB Risk Assessment
    • Must complete Mandated Reporter training
    • COVID-19 Vaccination (recommended)

COMPENSATION

Teacher Salary Table. Excellent, full benefits package.