Kindergarten Teacher at Yav Pem Suab Academy - Preparing for the Future Charter School
Job Summary
Job Summary
BASIC FUNCTION Under the direction of a site principal, the principal’s designee or other appropriate administrators, plan, implement, monitor, and assess a classroom’s instructional program as appropriate for the assigned grade level and subject area(s). DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principle job elements.) • Plan, implement, monitor, and assess a classroom instructional program for consistency with UCSC and Board goals and philosophies, local site goals, and specific objectives based on an assessment of student needs. • Design and implement engaging instructions, either in the general education classroom or in a small group or individual sessions that leads to English language fluency and academic success. • Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, health, physical education, and music to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. • Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district. • Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom; support and assist in maintaining UCSC discipline policy and the site discipline plan. • Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, emotional, social, and learning problems. • Participate in curricular and extra-curricular school programs, assessment and development activities, student supervision and control, and staff, parent, department, and UCSC meetings. • Communicate regularly with parents regarding goals and objectives of the instructional program; student progress observed, needs or problems
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Wanted: Passionate, dedicated, and skilled team members to reach-out, inspire and do whatever is needed to help each student develop into a physically fit, mentally sharp, and inquisitive person who also scores proficient or advanced on mandated state tests. Our aim is to help each student, regardless of their ability when they come to us, soar to the top. If you share our passion and have what it takes, we invite you to apply for a position.
The Urban Charter Schools Collective (UCSC) is building a team of dedicated professionals to make the Yav Pem Suab Academy – Preparing for the Future Charter School a reality. On March 18, 2010, the Sacramento City Unified School District Board of Education approved the charter for the Academy. The UCSC Board will make the final decision on hiring.
Wanted: 15 full-time teachers. Teachers hired by UCSC to work at the Academy are expected to have thorough knowledge of the charter and be excellent teachers. Teachers must demonstrate a willingness to support and be committed to Yav Pem Suab Academy’s mission, goals, and programs. This includes a year-round school calendar, an extended instructional/workday, and learning the names of all students who attend the school. Full-time teachers must participate on at least one committee or council and be willing to participate and/or lead extracurricular events. All teachers are expected to study and implement the charter.
Pursuant to the teacher qualification requirements under the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), all teachers teaching core subjects must be “highly qualified” as defined under NCLB and further defined by California state regulations implementing the NCLB requirements. All full-time teachers must hold a CLAD credential and have demonstrated working knowledge of the state standards.
Visit the Academy's website to learn more about the school. Go to www.ypsacharter.org
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, including courses needed to meet credential requirements and student teaching classroom experience. Demonstrated success in prior teaching, student teaching, and/or related experiences, in meeting the intellectual, emotional, and physical needs of pupils, preferable. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, BONDING AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED Valid California Teaching Credential, valid English Language Learner Authorization required, and No Child Left Behind (NCLB) compliant, if applicable.
Requirements / Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, including courses needed to meet credential requirements and student teaching classroom experience. Demonstrated success in prior teaching, student teaching, and/or related experiences, in meeting the intellectual, emotional, and physical needs of pupils, preferable. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, BONDING AND/OR TESTING REQUIRED Valid California Teaching Credential, valid English Language Learner Authorization required, and No Child Left Behind (NCLB) compliant, if applicable.