Credentialed Teacher ~ Independent Study at San Carlos Charter Learning Center

About the Employer

The San Carlos Charter is a K-8 school just south of San Francisco serving students of San Carlos and the Peninsula. We are a progressive school that emphasizes project-based learning and interdisciplinary units. San Carlos Charter is the oldest charter school in California and one of the oldest operating charter schools in the United States. Over the last 30 years, SCC has been a leader in progressive education. We believe that fostering a nurturing and supportive community supports our students as they develop into considerate, thoughtful, ethical, and engaged citizens.

Job Summary

Job Summary

San Carlos Charter Learning Center (SCC), a progressive K-8 public charter school located in San Carlos, is seeking a part-time independent study educator for the 2021-22 school year. The SCC curriculum is based on current research about learning and the grouping of students (learners). All instruction is based on the constructivist learning theory and multiple intelligence theory, so children are engaged in hands-on, minds-on learning every day. Curriculum is created by our educators and is structured around interdisciplinary units. We are resource-based (no textbooks) and instructional practices promote learning in multi-age classroom settings with two or more grade levels of learners in one classroom. We also encourage all learners to identify and work within their strengths and weaknesses. The SCC is its own Local Education Agency. Within the guidelines of federal and state IDEA law, we are committed to ensure the right to a free appropriate public education. Through teamwork and communication our goal is to nurture and support children, families, and staff. We strive to create inclusive, effective, and meaningful learning opportunities for each SCC child. To get a better sense of our school, please visit the San Carlos Charter Learning Center website, www.scclc.net Title: Independent Study Educator Type: Part-time, Temporary (SY 21-22) Classification: Certificated FLSA Status: Non-exempt Reports to: Executive Director Supervises: N/A Purpose: Support the implementation of SCC’s independent study program

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