8th Grade Science Teacher

4 weeks ago

South Gate, United States LA Promise Fund Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: Based on years of experience on our Teacher Salary Table, starting at $58,866

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

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