Chemistry Teacher (SY 2023-24)

Company : Leadership Public Schools

Country: United States

Location : Oakland, California

Post: Tue, 30 May 2023 08:39:52 GMT

Expires: Tue, 27 Jun 2023 23:59:59 GMT

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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

 

Leadership Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity at all levels.

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

Leadership Public Schools prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, religion creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, parental, family, or marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex (sexual harassment), or sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.  Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the network webpage at (url removed).  

For inquiries or concerns regarding LPS nondiscrimination policy or the filing of discrimination complaints please contact: 

Chris Harrell, Director of Student Services, Title IX Coordinator
99 Linden Street
Oakland, CA 94607
email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed) x115

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