Private Homeschool Teacher (Beverly Hills) at California Private Teachers - Los Angeles
Job Summary
Job Summary
California Private Teachers is seeking a Private Teacher for a family living in Beverly Hills, California. The Private Teacher will be responsible for the academics and homeschooling of (4) primary grade level students for the remainder of the 2020/2021 school year. The children were previously enrolled in a private school; however, the parents believe that a homeschool setting is best suited for their children at this time. Ideal candidates for this unique opportunity will have experience in an elementary school setting and a keen interest in social emotional learning. Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices in the classroom are essential to this position. While it is important that the children keep up with the academic standards, the family is looking for someone who can support the children’s creative, critical, and independent thinking through the use of project- and inquiry-based lessons. The parents described the ideal teacher as someone who is gentle, warm and loving, patient, and open to an alternative way of teaching. Social-emotional learning and therapy integration will be important in this position. The ideal teacher will want to collaborate and be part of a team that is child-centered and devoted to supporting each child’s individual growth and success. The ideal teacher will focus on the developmental needs of the whole child: mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
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The Private Teacher will be responsible for developing the curriculum, lesson planning, providing enrichment opportunities, and interventions when applicable. The family hopes to find an engaging, enthusiastic, and passionate educator who strives to develop each child’s intellectual, artistic, and pragmatic skills in an integrated and progressive manner. The Private Teacher must possess the necessary knowledge and pedagogy to teach these grade level students effectively while also creating a learning experience that is tailored to each child’s unique learning style and developmental needs. The teacher must be able to foster a love of learning and help facilitate the exploration of each child’s interests in a way that is age appropriate and conducive to their success as young learners.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Communicate and interact directly with each child at the child's grade level.
· Communicate with and respond to individual children during activities and routines.
· Encourage and model social behavior and expectations that are developmentally appropriate.
· Establish a well-designed environment with clearly defined, well-organized activity areas.
· Maintain and refresh the indoor and outdoor learning environments in accordance with the needs, strengths, and interests of the children.
· Maintain and model safe and healthy practices for children at all times.
· Carefully observe children, document observations, collect samples of children's work, and communicate with parents regarding their progress.
· Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate materials to foster social skills, self-concept, and creative expression.
· Plan and implement a daily schedule that provides a balance of activities.
COVID Safety Measures: Candidates must be willing to comply with all COVID-related regulations and safety/health standards issued by local and state officials, especially mask-wearing outside the home and strictly limiting all unmasked interactions. Candidates must maintain and model safe and healthy practices for the children at all times. Candidates will be expected to respond immediately and appropriately to unexpected situations or emergencies. The family’s goal is to create a healthy, happy, and safe work environment for their team and their family!
Requirements / Qualifications
A valid teaching credential is required. Please indicate the expected issuance date of your credential if it has not yet been posted with the credentialing commission. Applicants who hold an out-of-state teaching credential/certificate will be considered.
- Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience
- Applicants must have experience in early childhood or primary education
- Applicants must have completed an accredited Education program with a degree conferred in Educational Studies
- Applicants must have experience using project-based and place-based learning opportunities
- Applicants must have a genuine passion for alternative education and playing an integral role in the lives of these children
- Applicants must currently reside or be willing to relocate to the Los Angeles area to provide in-person instruction Monday-Friday
- Resume
- Credential copy
- Copy of transcript with degree conferred
- Letter of introduction
- Letter(s) of recommendation
- List of 3 professional references
Requirements / Qualifications
A valid teaching credential is required. Please indicate the expected issuance date of your credential if it has not yet been posted with the credentialing commission. Applicants who hold an out-of-state teaching credential/certificate will be considered.
- Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience
- Applicants must have experience in early childhood or primary education
- Applicants must have completed an accredited Education program with a degree conferred in Educational Studies
- Applicants must have experience using project-based and place-based learning opportunities
- Applicants must have a genuine passion for alternative education and playing an integral role in the lives of these children
- Applicants must currently reside or be willing to relocate to the Los Angeles area to provide in-person instruction Monday-Friday
- Resume
- Credential copy
- Copy of transcript with degree conferred
- Letter of introduction
- Letter(s) of recommendation
- List of 3 professional references
Comments and Other Information
*Website Links: www.californiaprivateteachers.com
To apply please email all required documents to ashley@californiaprivateteachers.com and specify the position of interest.
Comments and Other Information
*Website Links: www.californiaprivateteachers.com
To apply please email all required documents to ashley@californiaprivateteachers.com and specify the position of interest.