Biology High School Teacher at The Foundation for Hispanic Education
About the Employer
Our Organization - Serving East San Jose through Education The Foundation for Hispanic Education (TFHE) was established in 1981 as a product of the late Dr. B. Roberto Cruz’s vision of providing quality education and support for all underserved learners, with a focus on Latino students. With 106 committed staff members, TFHE now serves over 1,050 students from the community neighborhoods of Mayfair, Mt. Pleasant, Sylvandale, Santee, and Alum Rock in East San Jose. TFHE operates three charter high schools.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Foundation for Hispanic Education is seeking dynamic and passionate Science teachers who can develop our students as critical thinkers and contribute to the implementation of the New Generation Science Standards. We are seeking teachers who are passionate about working with our demographic and committed to student success.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
- Valid, secondary teaching credential in subject area or state authorizing Permit - Bachelor’s degree minimum, Master’s Degree preferred - Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not mandatory - Using a variety of instructional techniques and materials, develops and presents lessons which are part of larger curricular units of instruction that demonstrate planning, preparation, and that are consistent with the school’s course of study, and relevant to the students. - Utilizes culturally relevant pedagogy to develop lessons whose performance objectives are understood by the students and are supportive of school goals. - Lesson planning and also provides clear lessons for substitutes, when teacher is out of the classroom. - Evaluates student progress based primarily on achievement of performance objectives and common core standards. - Establishes and maintains a positive, clean and effectively managed classroom suitable for all students to learn. - Maintains current records of student progress/grade book, using current school systems, and frequently communicates with parents, families and school stakeholders regarding student progress and achievement.
Please submit three (3) letters of recommendation. Copies of unofficial transcripts are accepted along with this application. An appeasement letter is required for candidates anticipating a credential.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume
- TB Screening Result
- Valid, secondary teaching credential in subject area or state authorizing Permit - Bachelor’s degree minimum, Master’s Degree preferred - Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not mandatory - Using a variety of instructional techniques and materials, develops and presents lessons which are part of larger curricular units of instruction that demonstrate planning, preparation, and that are consistent with the school’s course of study, and relevant to the students. - Utilizes culturally relevant pedagogy to develop lessons whose performance objectives are understood by the students and are supportive of school goals. - Lesson planning and also provides clear lessons for substitutes, when teacher is out of the classroom. - Evaluates student progress based primarily on achievement of performance objectives and common core standards. - Establishes and maintains a positive, clean and effectively managed classroom suitable for all students to learn. - Maintains current records of student progress/grade book, using current school systems, and frequently communicates with parents, families and school stakeholders regarding student progress and achievement.
Please submit three (3) letters of recommendation. Copies of unofficial transcripts are accepted along with this application. An appeasement letter is required for candidates anticipating a credential.
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- English Learner Authorization
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume
- TB Screening Result
Comments and Other Information
This position offers medical, dental, vision, long/short-term disability, voluntary life insurance and contributions to CalSTRS.
A selection committee will review submissions; successful candidates will receive a phone call and an invitation to an in-person interview.
Following a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to submit fingerprint clearance and Official Transcripts.
Comments and Other Information
This position offers medical, dental, vision, long/short-term disability, voluntary life insurance and contributions to CalSTRS.
A selection committee will review submissions; successful candidates will receive a phone call and an invitation to an in-person interview.
Following a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to submit fingerprint clearance and Official Transcripts.
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
3/8/2022
Contact
Jeremey Denton
408-585-5022 1048
408-585-5022 1048
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
$66,550-$122,995
Length of Work Year
2023-2024
Employment Type
Full Time