General Education Classroom Teacher

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Full Time Professional Altadena, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

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General Education Classroom Teacher

Position Overview

Classroom teachers at Odyssey Charter Schools develop, implement, monitor, and continuously improve a learning environment which facilitates students’ academic and socio-emotional growth and development. Teachers develop lessons that meet California State Common Core Standards, honor each child’s learning style and preference, from a constructivist approach to learning. The primary functions and responsibilities of a classroom teacher include, but are not limited to:

Curriculum and Instruction

Plan, implement and instruct developmentally appropriate activities to promote overall academic and emotional growth of students reflective of our school’s vision, mission and charter

Utilize California Common Core Standards to develop classroom curriculum aligned with OCS philosophy

Assess and monitor student achievement and growth utilizing school assessment tools

Modify teaching practices as needed per classroom assessments and individual child needs

Develop and monitor students’ Individualized learning Plans

Ensure all student needs are being met and if needed meet with the Inclusion Specialist and/or Principal

Review, understand, and commit to OCS policies, procedures and charter

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Social and Emotional Development

Establish and foster safe and nurturing classroom learning environment

Utilize appropriate resources, tools, and strategies to ensure the social-emotional growth and wellbeing of students

Support and motivate students toward positive goals, to understand and manage emotions, handle the emotions of others, and to build positive relationships

Enhance the problem solving and decision-making abilities of students, improve their relationship building capacity, and maximize their potential in school

Collaborate with colleagues to submit lesson plans, assessment data, progress reports, narratives, and other documentation as requested to supervisor in a timely manner

Effectively communicate with parents on an ongoing basis using a variety of methods/tools

Plan and participate in OCS Community Events

Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, and coordinating activities

Maintain high expectations and accountability for results

Model professional behaviors and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the broader community

Performs other duties as needed to support organizational needs

Qualifications

Passion and commitment to working in a diverse school environment and ensuring that students from different backgrounds have the same high quality educational opportunities

Valid California SB 2042 Teaching Credential (or equivalent)

Bachelor’s Degree required. Graduate Degree or National Board Certification highly desirable

Teaching experience in a workshop, looping environment serving diverse student populations with a variety of learning styles

Ability to use discretion and good judgment when dealing with confidential and sensitive information

Bilingual (Spanish) highly desirable

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a grade-level and school-wide team

Efficient multi-tasking and time management skills

A strong commitment to ongoing personal learning and growth

Excellent organization skills and consistency in meeting deadlines

Compensation

Qualified candidates will be placed on our Certificated Teacher Salary Schedule based on status of credential, and earned degrees. Odyssey also offers employees 100% coverage of medical, dental, and vision insurance and 50% paid coverage for eligible dependents. Certificated employees also participate in the CA State Teachers Retirement System (STRS).

The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000 – $75,000…