Dual Immersion Teacher (Bilingual Spanish & English) - Certificated (Morgan Hill)

Job Summary

Role Summary

Voices Academies’ Dual Immersion Elementary Teacher will be an inspiring and motivating educator who can work independently. Under the supervision of the Principal, teachers have the opportunity to create a learning environment and to plan an instructional program to fulfill the educational objectives of the grade level/classes assigned. The ideal candidate will have an unwavering commitment to ensure that a student receives quality instruction, makes accelerated educational progress, and reaches or exceeds their academic goals. This role supervises associate teachers, student teachers, and parent volunteers when applicable.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching:

Develop lesson plans consistent with Voices best practices & guidelines, instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student

Plan learning activities appropriate to subject(s), grade level(s), abilities, and cultural backgrounds of individual students

Create an atmosphere through personal example and efficacious relationships with students which inspire academic achievement and an enthusiasm for learning

Organize classroom systems/procedures/routines and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning

Establish a culture of high expectations and college preparation for all students

Teach for mastery and establish clear content and language objectives for all lessons, units, and projects

Provide instruction to students with special needs in accordance with IEP utilizing support services as appropriate; participate in IEP meetings as appropriate

Motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary education

Challenge and accelerate ALL students, no matter at what level they enter the classroom

Develop and evaluate independent study programs

Implement Voices Instructional Guidelin

Requirements / Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required
CA Credential: Multiple Subject or eligible for intern credential
Valid bilingual authorization (BCLAD or equivalent , BCC, ELD, or LDS, etc.)
Knowledge of subject matter, including California Common Core Standards
Demonstrated passion for the mission, vision and values of Voices Academies with a deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communities
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Spanish
Outstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills with experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholders
Commitment to accelerated educational progress of children
Experience or commitment to public education, social justice, efficacy and equity
Works well in a high-pressure environment

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of and experience working with low-income communities preferred
Can work independently, have flexibility, and demonstrated success in building a dual-immersion curriculum
Understanding of dual immersion instructional practices and school design and the unique characteristics of public charter schools is a plus
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google Apps

Working Conditions:
Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouch
Lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs
Occasional evening and or weekend work
Occasional travel
Willingness to be trained as needed

Prior To Employment: Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final agreement:
First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
Employment Eligibility
Cleared Criminal Background Check
Valid TB Clearance

Key Compensation:
Annual salary range:$64,446- $97,299
Medical benefits
Exceptional growth opportunities
Retirement plan

Employment:
Reports directly to Principal
Permanent Salaried, Exempt Position
Position follows 11 month calendar
At-Will Agreement
If you have any questions about this position, please contact our hiring team by email at [email protected].

Voices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.

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