2025-26 School Year Elective Teacher (Art, Music, Computer Science, Drama/Theater, and/or Foreign Language) at GPS! at Growth Public Schools
Job Summary
Job Summary
We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Elective Teacher to join our team at GPS. This role offers the opportunity to teach one or more of the following subjects: Art, Music, Computer Science, Drama/Theater, and/or Foreign Language. As an Elective Teacher, you will play a crucial role in fostering creativity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness among our students. You will design and implement engaging, project-based lessons that align with our mission to develop the whole child and prepare them for a rapidly changing world. Key Responsibilities: Develop and deliver innovative, student-centered lessons in one or more elective subjects, incorporating project-based learning and real-world applications. Foster a classroom environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and self-expression. Integrate social-emotional learning practices to support students' personal growth and development. Collaborate with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects and enrich the overall curriculum. Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching practices and stay current with educational trends. Engage with families and the community to support students' learning and development. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field. Valid California Teaching Credential Required. Experience teaching one or more of the elective subjects (Art, Music, Computer Science, Drama/Theater, Foreign Language). Strong understanding of project-based learning and its application in the classroom. Commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable learning environment. Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Fluency in multiple languages is a plus (not required). Why GPS? At GPS, we are committed to increasing the racial, ethnic, and linguistic diversity of our teacher workforce to ensure our educators reflect the communities we serve.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree and a valid California teaching credential. (A Master's Degree in Education is preferred but not required.) The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Teaching experience in their field - Belief in the unlimited potential of every child, and that every student can succeed when provided the proper access and conditions for success - Ability to work successfully with an ethnically & economically diverse student body - Commitment to disrupting inequities for marginalized students, both systemically and within one's own practice - Ability to excel as a member of a team Most importantly, applicants must possess flexibility, curiosity, perseverance, a sense of humor, and a burning passion to see students succeed.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor's Degree and a valid California teaching credential. (A Master's Degree in Education is preferred but not required.) The successful candidate will demonstrate: - Teaching experience in their field - Belief in the unlimited potential of every child, and that every student can succeed when provided the proper access and conditions for success - Ability to work successfully with an ethnically & economically diverse student body - Commitment to disrupting inequities for marginalized students, both systemically and within one's own practice - Ability to excel as a member of a team Most importantly, applicants must possess flexibility, curiosity, perseverance, a sense of humor, and a burning passion to see students succeed.
Comments and Other Information
Candidates must possess a valid California teaching credential, or be on track to have a credential by the start of the 2025-26 school year.
Comments and Other Information
Candidates must possess a valid California teaching credential, or be on track to have a credential by the start of the 2025-26 school year.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/25/2025
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Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$62,920 - $86,570 Annually
$62,920 - $86,570 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
Commensurate with experience
Length of Work Year
As Finalized by Contract
Employment Type
Full Time