*Basic Function:*
Teachers plan and deliver rigorous, systematic, differentiated and targeted academic instruction to students to ensure students’ academic gains are accelerated, significant and measurable.
*Essential Duties*
* Teach classes as assigned
* Utilize effective and research-based academic assessment strategies
* Collect and analyze student data results consistently to monitor progress and differentiate instruction to accelerate academic achievement
* Differentiate instructional strategies to ensure students are motivated, engaged, challenged and accommodated based on diverse learning styles
* Participate in IEP meetings as assigned
* Practice identity-safe, culturally-relevant pedagogy
* Provide students with regular constructive feedback to promote achievement
* Plan units, lessons, and formative assessments
* Compile and maintain records, such as attendance, behavior, and academic data
* Develop positive relationships with school community that are aligned with LPS’ culture and values
* Contribute to the cultivation of strong and cohesive professional learning communities
* Communicates clearly and timely with parents/caregivers and colleagues to enhance learning opportunities
* Participate in site and network professional development, meetings, and events as assigned
* Serve on school leadership teams or committees as assigned
*Other Duties*
* Perform related duties as assigned
*Minimum Qualifications*
*Education and Experience*
Any combination equivalent to:
* a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
*Licensing and Other Requirements*
* Valid California Teaching Credential with English Learner Authorization *or* a degree major in the subject area or at least 18 semester units or 9 upper division semester units in the subject area
* Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance
*Knowledge of:*
* Instructional programs, methods, and practices that differentiate and accelerate student learning and achievement
* Leadership development practices and effective supervision
* California standards, curriculum frameworks and current research-based practices and trends related to work scope
* Culturally-responsive pedagogy
* Adult learning principles and change management theory
* Effective professional development practices, including data-based inquiry
*Skills and Ability to:*
* Motivate, inspire and engage students
* Support, monitor and evaluate instructional program effectiveness
* Use and analyze data to accelerate student achievement
* Guide students to analyze and improve their study methods and habits
* Implement collaborative and team building processes
* Plan, implement, and monitor high-leverage professional development
* Facilitate dissent and conduct difficult and constructive conversations effectively
* Provide timely and actionable feedback
* Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process
* Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
* Work effectively across diverse communities
* Manage various projects and/or demands demonstrating flexibility and effective time-management skills
*Working Conditions:*
*Environment*
* An instructional environment which includes indoor and outdoor activities
*Physical Demands*
* Mental acuity
* Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
* Hearing and speaking to communicate
* Seeing to observe and read materials
* Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
* Pulling, pushing, lifting and/or carrying instructional materials and equipment
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $55.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Employee discount
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Oakland, CA 94605: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
* Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
* English Teaching: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
* California Teachers Credential (Required)
Work Location: In person