Alternative Education Teacher

Job Description

To plan, prepare and implement lesson plans for assigned classes; to provide instruction, to evaluate student progress and provide special assistance as appropriate; and to perform related duties as outlined by California Education Code and the District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

• Receives general direction from the Principal.
• Exercises functional and technical supervision over instruction support staff.

• Provide a learning environment that encourages individual differences and respect for the dignity and worth of each student; promote a positive learning environment.
• Plan and prepare lessons; identify and select instructional material; provide instruction to students.
• Plan, assign, and direct the work of instruction support staff; train staff and review work practices.
• Establish standards of student performance, prepare tests and assignments, correct papers and monitor student progress, and prepare progress reports and report cards.
• Assist in the identification, assessment, and resolution of special student problems; participate in IEP and Student Study Committee meetings, as appropriate; develop student goals.
• Administer group tests in accordance with district and school testing programs; assess results; identify student needs and provide appropriate instructional activities.
• Develop goals, and prepare and implement specific objectives for the assigned class according to Board and District policy.
• Communicate with parents and students regarding educational and social progress; identify areas for improvement.
• Supervise students; enforce district and school rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; recommend disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new developments related to teaching techniques.
• Attend regular in‑service training.

• Exercise supervision and care over books, supplies, and equipment; instruct students on proper use and preservation of school properties.
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment.
• Participate in extracurricular activities.
• Procure and order supplies and equipment.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as outlined by California Education Code, District Contract and District Board Policies and Procedures.

Work Schedule:

183 days a year, Monday - Friday.

Pay Range: $63,741.00 - $ annually.

Annual stipends:
Master’s $1000.00, Doctorate $1000.00, BCLAD $1000.00 (subject to verifiable years of teaching experience in U.S. public education).

Benefits up to $1500 monthly based on full‑time equivalent status, towards the purchase of district‑sponsored benefits.

• Standard instructional methods and techniques.
• Teaching principles and practices.
• Curriculums for assigned grade level.
• Federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Recent developments, current literature, and information related to curriculum.
• Assessment techniques to identify and resolve student problems.

• Prepare and implement lesson plans.
• Provide assistance to students requiring special medical assistance.
• Assess student needs and develop appropriate instructional material.
• Motivate students.
• Work effectively with students and parents.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Maintain physical condition necessary for the performance of duties, including walking or standing for extended periods and operating assigned equipment.
• Maintain effective audio‑visual discrimination and perception required for observations, communication, reading, and writing.
• Maintain mental capacity allowing sound decision making and intellectual capability.

• Experience:
  
  Teaching experience, which may include student teaching.
• Training:
  Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• License or Credential:
  Possession of a valid Teaching Credential issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Environmental Conditions:

Classroom environment.

Physical Conditions:

May require maintaining a physical condition necessary for standing and walking for prolonged periods of time.