High School Teacher

Job Details Position: Teacher, Alta Vista Innovation High School Job Location: Rancho ONH [002] - Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Position Type: Regular Full-Time Job Shift: Day Job Category: Certificated School Site: Greater Los Angeles, Inland Empire or High Desert (location determined by organization) Schedule: Full Time, Monday - Friday; 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Compensation Clear Credential: $81,885/year - $103,721/year Preliminary Credential: $70,967/year Intern Credential: $68,128.32 /year Job Overview This is a hybrid position supporting online students enrolled in Alta Vista Innovation High School. The teacher will plan, organize and implement an appropriate personalized instructional program in a learning environment that guides, supports, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, complete diploma requirements and develop post‑secondary transition plans. The teacher will collaborate with other instructional staff and school personnel. Responsibilities Develop, review and regularly update personalized academic plans based on students transcripts, assessment data, career pathway planning (CTE), post‑secondary goals, and progress towards those goals Create and maintain an effective learning environment by modeling positive and respectful behavior, upholding high academic expectations, and maintaining professional relationships with colleagues, students and parents Meet with students at their scheduled appointment dates and times Conduct effective student appointments; preparing for and delivering instruction, engaging students in goal‑setting, monitoring progress, and preparing for completion of graduation requirements Assign appropriate courses of study and refer students to core subject area teachers when necessary Establish and communicate learning objectives and content standards to be assessed Plan, prepare for and deliver instructional activities to facilitate learning experiences Provide a variety of learning materials and resources to support independent learning Identify and implement instructional strategies and resources to meet students varying needs Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication Connect instruction to real‑world experiences and students post‑secondary goals Regularly check for understanding and provide clarifying and/or enrichment information Carefully observe, review and evaluate student homework and tests to assess and monitor progress Grade course homework, projects, and tests Provide students with meaningful feedback to enhance learning and improve achievement Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students Instruct and monitor student progress in the use of online learning materials and technology Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications and interventions for English learners, students with 504 plans and Special Education students Model and guide students to develop strategies that foster independent learning skills such as goal‑setting, time management and accessing/utilizing resources Use relevant technology to support instruction Administer diagnostic assessments according to guidelines set forth by the Organization and site Regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs Refer students to support structures (tutors, intervention programs, labs, counselors and other wrap‑around services) as appropriate Manage student behavior in the Resource Center by enforcing rules and disciplinary systems of the Center Prepare for and facilitate positive parent conferences Keep updated with developments in subject area curriculum, teaching resources and methods Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development Monitor credit completion rates, student attendance and claim and report daily attendance Keep student work folders neat and organized and close out folders in accordance with Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines Generate report cards in accordance with Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines Document and review student notes and parent/student contacts in Contact Manager Update all necessary records accurately and timely as required by law, organizational policies, school regulations and independent auditors Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices through professional learning communities, student study teams, department meetings and student retention meetings Participate in professional development opportunities as needed Follow established policies and procedures for reporting incidents (e.g., child abuse, substance abuse, harassment and violence) Attend all required meetings and graduation ceremonies Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Qualifications Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of California Teaching Standards Knowledge of educational trends, research and technology to support learning Knowledge of research‑based instructional strategies necessary for effective instruction of all student populations, including students at‑risk of academic failure Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs Ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff members and community representatives in providing a rigorous educational program Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability and socioeconomic groups Ability to communicate effectively including giving clear and concise instructions, using academic language and appropriate level of delivery, listening without bias and providing appropriate feedback/reinforcement Ability to compose and comprehend written communication Ability to make independent judgments Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records Commitment to the education of all students Planning and organizational skills Minimum Qualifications: Valid California Single Subject or Multiple Subject in area of specialization or intern eligible Bachelor’s degree with major or minor in designated subject, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements English Learner Authorization Successful passing of the California Basic Skills Exam Enrollment in a State approved teachers preparation program and student teaching Proficient in MS Word and Email Physical Requirements Mental Demands: high workflow management, high project coordination Finger Dexterity: using primarily fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects or pinching fingers together Talking: especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly or quickly Average Hearing: able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information Average Visual Abilities: ordinary acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or operate machinery Physical Strength: sedentary work, sitting most of the time, occasionally exerting up to 10 lbs. of force Frequent multi‑tasking, changing of task priorities, repetitious exacting work required Working in a noisy, distracting environment with frequent deadline pressures #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifelong Learning Administration Co