PE Teacher - Middle School at Valiente College Preparatory Charter School
Job Summary
Job Summary
With a mission-focused culture and the expectation of college preparedness for all students, Valiente seeks to dramatically improve school and life outcomes for students. Leadership Skills and Characteristics Embody and advocate the mission, vision, and strategic direction of the school Work closely with the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to develop and implement strategies for all students to reach success in physical education and health Reinforce school-wide rules and expectations in the classroom and lesson plans Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families and colleagues. -Assist in the design and implementation of research-based curriculum. -Maintain the school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations. -Use the detailed data analysis of student performance to inform best practices -Be able to work cooperatively with colleagues -Knowledge of how to integrate and plan CA Standards-Based lessons and curriculum -Initiate program improvement by researching programs, resources, and options for students to complete various physical education activities, games, etc. given certain facility restrictions
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience -Valid California Teaching Credential (Single Subject). -Successful manager of an urban classroom who has used structure and high expectations to drive student success -Experienced classroom teacher with demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains -Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs -Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members -Two or more years of teaching in an urban area preferred -Spanish proficiency preferred
In addition to the performance duties described above, the following is understood: -The employee must file in the Valiente College Prep office proof that he/she has been found free from active tuberculosis as required by law; failure to do so may result in termination of employment. -The employee shall be evaluated and assessed on a continuing basis. If the employee is not performing satisfactorily according to the standards approved by the Executive Director, employment may be terminated. -This is an at-will employment, which means that either employee or employer may terminate the position without cause at any time. This position requires flexibility. As a growing charter school facing numerous changes and requirements from the California Department of Education and Los Angeles County Office of Education, we, in turn, must change our policies, procedures, and requirements of our employees and students, often without much warning. -As an employee of Valiente College Preparatory the employee is expected to support the policies of the school and represent them positively to the school and general community.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience -Valid California Teaching Credential (Single Subject). -Successful manager of an urban classroom who has used structure and high expectations to drive student success -Experienced classroom teacher with demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains -Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs -Demonstrated ability to work well in a team, especially with parents and community members -Two or more years of teaching in an urban area preferred -Spanish proficiency preferred
In addition to the performance duties described above, the following is understood: -The employee must file in the Valiente College Prep office proof that he/she has been found free from active tuberculosis as required by law; failure to do so may result in termination of employment. -The employee shall be evaluated and assessed on a continuing basis. If the employee is not performing satisfactorily according to the standards approved by the Executive Director, employment may be terminated. -This is an at-will employment, which means that either employee or employer may terminate the position without cause at any time. This position requires flexibility. As a growing charter school facing numerous changes and requirements from the California Department of Education and Los Angeles County Office of Education, we, in turn, must change our policies, procedures, and requirements of our employees and students, often without much warning. -As an employee of Valiente College Preparatory the employee is expected to support the policies of the school and represent them positively to the school and general community.