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The Multiple Subject Alternative High School Teacher is employed by John Muir Charter Schools (JMCS) and is responsible for classroom instruction of youth and young adults participating in the SFCC Program in San Francisco. SFCC and JMCS’s innovative education programs are designed to provide youth, ages 18-25, with an engaging educational experience that meets individual needs. We combine classroom-based instruction, project work, credit recovery, life skills, technical job training and other academic experiences into a highly personalized high school diploma program. Classroom activities are combined with top notch vocational training provided by SFCC. The academic classroom is a self-contained class with approximately 15 students; the instructor facilitates all academic content, including collaboration with Special Ed department to appropriately address needs of students with an IEP. JMCS provides curriculum and support, and the instructor is held responsible for creating a dynamic, engaging, rigorous, and supportive experience for our students. This position will be supported by SFCC staff who provide vocational training, work experience and case management. JMCS staff on site work collaboratively with the SFCC staff to support the success of the students. Teachers are expected to actively engage in all school-wide professional development, which includes several all-school Zoom Meetings throughout the year, a 3-day in-person all-school conference in January, non-student teacher planning days, monthly JMCS Director meetings, and New Teacher Training (for all those new to our school) via Zoom during the first week of August. The position is full-time salaried position. The school operates on an 11-month, Semester calendar running August through June, with holidays and breaks. This position is expected to be an active and cooperative member of the JMCS and SFCC communities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include (but not limited to) the following: ? Prepare monthly and weekly lesson plans for all courses. ? Prepare an individual graduation plan for each student. ? Be able to teach all levels of core high school subjects. ? Commitment to the SFCC program models and to incorporate practical learning experiences related to job readiness, life skills and leadership. ? Coordinate with SFCC staff and be a strong team player to ensure comprehensive, synchronized services. ? Conduct culturally relevant classes appropriate for students coming from many cultural, ethnic, linguistic, and economic backgrounds and incorporating students’ experiences into learning. ? Communicate regularly with JMCS and SFCC leadership and appropriate staff about academic and non-academic issues that affect student progress ? Incorporate college and career planning into regular classroom practice. ? Monitor and evaluate student progress on standardized assessments ? Perform duties associated with attendance, records request and student record-keeping. ? Other duties as assigned The teacher will complete all necessary paperwork as required by JMCS administration. QUALIFICATIONS: ? Demonstrated ability to engage disenfranchised young people from "at-risk" conditions in meaningful, interesting and creative learning experiences. ? Demonstrated knowledge in developing class and individual learning plans for students. ? Dedication to the basic philosophy of emphasizing the core curriculum and commitment to the vision, mission, core values and philosophy of the JMCS and SFCC programs. ? Be able to integrate leadership development in the classroom and empower youth through knowledge, literacy and numeracy. ? Strong written and verbal communication skills. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: ? Bachelor’s degree in Education or any related field. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: ? California Multiple Subject Credential preferred ? California Single Subject Credential in any subject eligible ? English Learner Authorization (CLAD or other) or ability to obtain one required ? University Interns in Multiple Subjects welcome to apply ? Out-of-State fully credentialed applicants welcome to apply FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: John Muir Charter Schools: https://www.johnmuircs.com Partnering Agency - San Francisco Conservation Corps: https://www.sfcc.org/ WORK HOURS The class schedule for academics is integrated throughout the week with the SFCC work program, classes and training and can fluctuate. Corpsmembers are usually in class the afternoon through early evening. The teacher’s non-student work time is spent preparing for instruction, requesting records and doing administrative tasks, grading work, and meeting with SFCC staff, among other things. The yearly schedule is agreed upon at the beginning of the school in collaboration with SFCC programming structure. . BENEFITS Accrued sick leave. Medical, dental and vision benefits. JMCS pays into CalSTRS