23/24 SY Art Teacher at Education for Change Public Schools - EFC
About the Employer
Founded in 2005, Education for Change (EFC) is a charter management organization that was created as a partnership between Oakland Unified School District and the education reform community in order to leverage the flexibilities in charter law to facilitate greater innovation and to address the underperformance of our most vulnerable student populations. EFC is Oakland’s largest charter operator, serving over 3,000 students in the Fruitvale and Elmhurst neighborhoods of East Oakland. Five of seven of our schools were formerly OUSD schools that converted to EFC to leverage the flexibility and agility provided by charter law for greater outcomes for our students.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Education for Change is looking for dynamic and visionary teachers who will engage students, parents, and other members of our learning community to ensure high student achievement. The teacher provides instructional leadership to students and actively participates in and contributes to a collaborative, results-oriented professional learning community. (S)he engages community partners and families in serving the whole child and ensuring ALL children achieve at high levels prepared to succeed in any setting. (S)he will know how to successfully work in an urban elementary school with a high English Learner and low-income population.
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience Content expertise in Art Education instruction to elementary school-aged students At least two years of teaching experience Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, Single Subject in the subject area, or ability to attain one based on out-of-state certification. Don't have a credential? We can help! Please email talent@efcps.net CLAD, BCLAD, or English Language Learner Authorization Must possess a growth mindset and be able to use feedback to refine practice Experience with Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports, a plus Other Qualifications Able to build immediate and caring rapport with children of all ages and from diverse backgrounds; some understanding of child growth and development Passion for teaching and working with students from urban communities, with specific knowledge and understanding of the needs of students from different experiences, languages and backgrounds Excellent organization, time management and follow up skills; high sense of commitment; ability to work as part of a team Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively Must possess a growth mindset and be able to use feedback to refine practice Able to work in a creative and demanding learning environment, including the ability to problem solve and manage ambiguity and adversity Commitment to the vision, mission and guiding principles of the school Sense of humor, high ethical professional standards, equity perspective Computer literate and comfortable with acquiring new technology skills Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from a four-year college or university Have a strong foundation in art theory and history (art specific) Spanish language proficiency
Requirements / Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Education and/or Experience Content expertise in Art Education instruction to elementary school-aged students At least two years of teaching experience Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, Single Subject in the subject area, or ability to attain one based on out-of-state certification. Don't have a credential? We can help! Please email talent@efcps.net CLAD, BCLAD, or English Language Learner Authorization Must possess a growth mindset and be able to use feedback to refine practice Experience with Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports, a plus Other Qualifications Able to build immediate and caring rapport with children of all ages and from diverse backgrounds; some understanding of child growth and development Passion for teaching and working with students from urban communities, with specific knowledge and understanding of the needs of students from different experiences, languages and backgrounds Excellent organization, time management and follow up skills; high sense of commitment; ability to work as part of a team Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively Must possess a growth mindset and be able to use feedback to refine practice Able to work in a creative and demanding learning environment, including the ability to problem solve and manage ambiguity and adversity Commitment to the vision, mission and guiding principles of the school Sense of humor, high ethical professional standards, equity perspective Computer literate and comfortable with acquiring new technology skills Desired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from a four-year college or university Have a strong foundation in art theory and history (art specific) Spanish language proficiency
Application Deadline
10/19/2023 11:55 PM Pacific
Date Posted
10/6/2023
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
$55,000 - $93,193 per year. EFC covers 80-90% of Medical/Dental/Vision plan costs and participates in STRS.
Length of Work Year
191
Employment Type
Full Time