MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Three (3) years of experience in mentoring, advocacy, community service and/or social work with African American male teenagers relating to race or gender inequities within disenfranchised groups, or related field work. (strongly preferred) Experience in teaching strategies to recognize and understand institutionalized racism specifically as directed toward African American male youth. (strongly preferred) Experience in modeling and teaching anger management and productive communication strategies to African American male youth. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid California Teaching Credential or willingness to work toward a valid credential (work experience may allow a candidate to qualify for a California Career Technical Credential) Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE OF: Demonstrated competence in managing and responding to situations of race-based conflict and aggression Demonstrated ability to establish relationships of trust and respect with African American male youth Culturally competent matters related to African American males entering and continuing through higher education programs Numerous, proven, successful instructional practices that support African American male achievement Applicable federal, state, and District codes, regulations, policies and procedures governing work scope Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation Computer software, hardware, and related technology ABILITY TO: Perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for subject matter, in accordance with each student's ability Work independently with little direct supervision and as part of a team Accept responsibility and is self-motivated Instruct and assess a diverse student population with a variety of learning modalities and instructional levels Participate in approved professional development Maintain punctual and regular attendance Clearly articulate and implement a vision and a set of core values and beliefs that include a high level of success for all African American males Commit to supporting and helping to implement the District’s voluntary resolution plan to eliminate the practices that have led to patterns of inequity for African American students