On Call Substitute Teacher at Downtown College Prep (DCP)
About the Employer
Downtown College Prep (DCP) prepares first-generation students for college success. DCP was the first charter school in Silicon Valley and currently operates two high schools and two middle schools in San Jose, CA. DCP currently serves 1750 students in grades 5-12 and provides college coaching, mentoring, and college scholarships to over 400 alumni. Downtown College Prep was founded with the belief that all students, regardless of background and prior academic achievement, can and should be prepared for college success. Our vision is to ensure that more first-generation students have the vision, confidence, and academic skills to succeed in college and beyond, realizing their fullest potential and harnessing their power to become leaders in their field and community. Do you have a passion for social justice through educational attainment? Consider DCP's Operating Principles and join our team: STUDENTS FIRST - We believe in every student’s capacity to succeed and stay focused by asking “What’s best for kids?” PASSION - We take steps to see this work as more than a job by pushing ourselves to learn and improve. TRUST - We take risks to be vulnerable, authentic and empathetic while assuming best intentions. SERVICE - We support one another, maintain perspective through challenges and seek ways to be helpful. OPTIMISM - We show gratitude by celebrating the small and big wins, and maintaining a vision of success. HUMILITY - We choose to be self-aware and reflective so that all perspectives are valued without judgment.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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Position Summary
The substitute teacher is responsible for the full schedule of the classroom teacher. This includes, but is not limited to implementing the lesson plan created for the sub, yard duty supervision and other daily duties performed by the classroom teacher. The substitute teacher is to:
- Implement the daily instructional lesson plans of the classroom teacher in an effective manner
- Maintain a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth
- Establish effective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management.
- Work effectively with the building administrator and other teachers to minimize any potential transition problems from the teacher to substitute and substitute too teacher.
Qualifications:
- Valid California Teaching Credential (Single Subject, Multiple Subject, or Emergency 30-Day Substitute) OR have a Bachelors Degree AND are willing to take the CBEST (http://www.ctcexams.nesinc.com/about_CBEST.asp) OR have a Bachelor’s Degree AND you passed the SAT Math with a score of 550 or more and English with a score of 500 or more.
- Unwavering commitment to DCP’s mission to prepare first generation students to thrive in four-year universities
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of all duties, skills and responsibilities required in this position.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
California Teaching Credential or Sub Permit Resume Cover Letter
California Teaching Credential or Sub Permit Resume Cover Letter
Comments and Other Information
DCP accepts applications submitted on its website. Please visit www.dcp.org and click on "Work at DCP" to begin the application process.
Comments and Other Information
DCP accepts applications submitted on its website. Please visit www.dcp.org and click on "Work at DCP" to begin the application process.