2018-2019: Founding 8th Grade Math/Science Teacher

Position Summary

We are looking for compassionate, exceptional educators be a founding member of our 8th grade team! You’ll work collaboratively with your colleagues to drive the achievement of all students in your grade level. You will be encouraged and supported to lead engaging, personalized, and rigorous math lessons that integrate our four pillars: Heart, Smart, Think, and Act. You will use data to drive your instruction, regularly assessing student learning to ensure that each child’s personalized learning plan addresses their unique needs and goals for growth. You'll equitably support the development of each child through restorative practices and social-emotional learning strategies. You will build meaningful relationships with families because you believe they are partners, and play a critical role in student success.

You will also receive weekly training and support through high-quality professional development and tailored one-on-one coaching.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate students’ mastery of academic standards through long-term planning, daily and weekly lesson plans, and execution of rigorous and engaging daily instruction.
• High expectations for student behavior are clearly taught, consistently communicated, and equitably applied to all students.
• Implement and support school-wide social-emotional programming and restorative practices.
• Demonstrates an asset-based perspective of students from diverse backgrounds, using their experiences as resources for learning vs. excuses or problems to overcome.
• Provides students opportunities to learn who they are and where they come from.
• Consistently reflects on own biases/perceptions/ pedagogical practices and mitigates the negative impact on students through culturally responsive practices.
• Facilitate a Blended Learning Model using technology tools as part of instruction.  Develop expertise with technological tools that drive student learning.
• Facilitate small group instruction with students working towards targeted outcomes.
• Design and use assessment data to refine instructional practices and personalize learning for each student.
• Consistently integrate coaching feedback.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with students, families, and colleagues.
• Approach professional development with commitment and reflection.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 2 or more years of teaching experience, preferably in a high performing school driving excellent student outcomes.
• Experience working with diverse student populations.
• Preferred experience with social-emotional learning and restorative practices.
• Experience integrating technology into the classroom.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Valid California State Teaching Credential or equivalent and transferable teaching license from another state
• Intern credential accepted

Salary scales are based on years of experience and expertise. Scales are competitive with other charter school organizations and local districts.

Caliber Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.