2nd Grade Teacher at North Oakland Community Charter School (NOCCS)
About the Employer
NOCCS is a community-driven school serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. We emphasize arts integration and intentional diversity as part of our rigorous and inclusive approach to education. Our mission is to educate thoughtful, informed, and inquisitive citizens.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Looking for 2nd grade multiple subjects teacher to begin a two-year loop (through 3rd grade) with a group of students. The 2nd grade teacher will have the support of a stable, inclusive, and intentionally diverse staff. They will also have additional support as the 2nd and 3rd grades pilot a new math curriculum through a coaching partnership with Achievement First Schools.
Requirements / Qualifications
Requirements / Qualifications
Position Requirements -California Multiple Subject Credential, demonstrating compliance with highly qualified teacher status as defined by the California Department of Education. -A minimum of one year of teaching experience in the classroom. -Knowledge of different units of study and interest in designing rich and rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum using a backwards-planning framework (Teaching for Understanding, Understanding by Design, etc.) to address a range of diverse learners. -Experience in implementing an array of best practices related to inquiry and workshop-based instruction. -Knowledge of the Common Core and California State Content Standards. -Ability to design and/or use a variety of assessment tools and techniques to guide instruction. -Demonstrated success in differentiating instruction in public school classroom settings. -Interest and skill in working as part of team to develop and implement a state-of-the-art curriculum as well as rich outdoor education and technology integration. -Interest in working in a school community with a high degree of parent/family participation. -Commitment and ability to attend committee meetings, lead school-wide initiatives, utilize parents as volunteers in the classroom, and attend occasional evening meetings.
Required Application Materials Application packets must include the following: 1. Resumé 2. Photocopy of California teaching credential(s) 3. Reference sheet with three professional references Please provide the name, position, contact information, and how long and in what capacity you know/worked with each person.
Position Requirements -California Multiple Subject Credential, demonstrating compliance with highly qualified teacher status as defined by the California Department of Education. -A minimum of one year of teaching experience in the classroom. -Knowledge of different units of study and interest in designing rich and rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum using a backwards-planning framework (Teaching for Understanding, Understanding by Design, etc.) to address a range of diverse learners. -Experience in implementing an array of best practices related to inquiry and workshop-based instruction. -Knowledge of the Common Core and California State Content Standards. -Ability to design and/or use a variety of assessment tools and techniques to guide instruction. -Demonstrated success in differentiating instruction in public school classroom settings. -Interest and skill in working as part of team to develop and implement a state-of-the-art curriculum as well as rich outdoor education and technology integration. -Interest in working in a school community with a high degree of parent/family participation. -Commitment and ability to attend committee meetings, lead school-wide initiatives, utilize parents as volunteers in the classroom, and attend occasional evening meetings.
Required Application Materials Application packets must include the following: 1. Resumé 2. Photocopy of California teaching credential(s) 3. Reference sheet with three professional references Please provide the name, position, contact information, and how long and in what capacity you know/worked with each person.
Comments and Other Information
Application Process
-Submit all required application materials listed above via a single email, as Word or PDF attachments, to D.M. Kloker, Head of School kloker@noccs.org (please no calls)
-Application packets will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
-Promising first round candidates will be contacted for a phone interview.
-Finalist candidates will (1) plan and conduct a 30-45 minute demonstration lesson, (2) participate in an interview with the staff hiring team.
Comments and Other Information
Application Process
-Submit all required application materials listed above via a single email, as Word or PDF attachments, to D.M. Kloker, Head of School kloker@noccs.org (please no calls)
-Application packets will be accepted on a rolling basis until positions are filled.
-Promising first round candidates will be contacted for a phone interview.
-Finalist candidates will (1) plan and conduct a 30-45 minute demonstration lesson, (2) participate in an interview with the staff hiring team.