Middle School Bilingual Social Studies Teacher

Middle School Bilingual Social Studies Teacher

Compass Academy is seeking a Bilingual ELA-S Social Studies Teacher. This teacher will join an experienced team of educators to help develop the academic and cultural foundation of an extraordinary school. The Social Studies teacher at Compass Academy helps elevate our bilingual programming by teaching sections of Social Studies in both English and Spanish. In their daily practice, Compass Academy teachers develop and implement a curriculum that meets all students' needs, cultivate a culture that encourages our young learners and leaders, and leverage data and evidence-based teaching practices to ensure student success.

What a Compass Teacher Does:

• Plan and implement rigorous curriculum and evidence-based teaching practices designed to inspire and support Compass Academy's diverse student body
• Differentiate instruction to challenge students and meet diverse student needs
• Design lessons that are culturally responsive and empower students to engage in their learning and community
• Utilize hands-on learning strategies to promote engagement and deeper learning, including project-based, inquiry-based, and experiential learning structures
• Engage students in socio-emotional learning and competency development through our morning advisory classes called "Pack"
• Model Compass Academy's core values and enforce school policies and expectations
• Establish purposeful classroom routines and implement school cultural elements to create an equitable and encouraging learning environment
• Implement effective classroom management practices using a Restorative Practice lens and communicate and collaborate with school team when behavioral issues arise
• Analyze student assessment data and track early warning indicators to monitor student progress, inform instruction and develop targeted interventions and supports
• Lead students to analyze and reflect on their own progress by providing constructive feedback based on both academic measures and Compass competencies
• Collaborate with other teachers and support staff to push forward the school's initiatives and Major Improvement Strategies
• Constantly refine their skills through coaching, professional development, and opportunities to build their practice
• Build relationships and demonstrate commitment with families to solicit their input and to communicate students' academic and social-emotional progress

Qualifications of an Ideal Candidate:

• At least two years of experience teaching in a diverse middle school classroom
• Experience with Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Students
• Experience working with Diverse Learners with IEPs or 504s
• Comprehensive knowledge of content area and ability to effectively implement a variety of curriculum to enhance student learning
• Proven track-record of raising student achievement & holding students to high expectations
• Experience using data to collaborate and support student performance
• Commitment to growth and reflection through coaching and professional development
• Communication and relationship-building skills with experience cultivating strong connections with students, families, and community stakeholders
• Ability to work in a team, a strong work ethic and organizational skills, and great sense of humor
• Belief in Compass' mission and vision including the belief that all children can succeed in school, college, career and life
• Fluent in Spanish and English

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package and generous & innovative benefits
• Two or more hours a day of dedicated time for both independent and collaborative planning
• Small class sizes
• Excellent professional development and weekly instructional coaching
• Additional in-classroom support from trained City Year Ameri Corps Members or paraprofessionals
• Resources to provide experiential learning and outside opportunities for students