Full-Time Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Middle School Math TeacherLighthouse Community Public Schools is looking for a talented Middle School Math Teacher to join our Middle School team who is relentlessly committed to ensuring that traditionally underserved students of color achieve our mission of completing college, securing a career of their choice, and becoming lifelong changemakers in their communities. LCPS teachers believe that this important mission is not only attainable; it is essential to transforming our Oakland community.Demonstrate a keen belief in and ability to create, collect and analyze achievement data to drive student learning and outcomes for all studentsBe a strong community builder and team collaboratorModel and foster a growth mindset with agency, persistence, and flexibilityBe a collaborative and responsible professional educatorYour responsibilities will include:INSTRUCTIONAL VISIONSpecific teaching responsibilities of this role include:Teach multiple sections of Middle School Math, possibly an elective, and a grade-level Crew/advisory each dayIn addition to your content courses, all LCPS teachers are assigned an advisory (known as a "Crew") and either a guided study hall or designated ELD course depending on the need of the school and the teacher's specific licensure.Demonstrate culturally responsive pedagogy which gives students the skills, practice, and daily opportunity to grapple with rigorous content each day and includes unrelenting high expectations and an assets-based approach for every student.Plan, internalize, and implement effective, grade-level standards-based curriculum, units, and lessons that are learner-driven and are modified or differentiated while maintaining rigor to provide access and results for students with IEPs, African-American and ELL students.Additional Duties, as assigned by SupervisorCLASSROOM & SCHOOL CULTUREBuilds and maintains classroom culture that is supportive and learning-centered, undergirded by strong management, efficient procedures and systems, but most evident in the full inclusion of African-American boys, students with trauma, and students with IEPs in the social and learning community.Create positive relationships by building nurturing and affirming teacher-student, student-student, and teacher-family partnerships with a focus on building a community of risk-taking, collaborative learners.PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES/STAFF CULTUREGrow and contribute as an educator, colleague, learner, and community member including engaging in professional development and your own growth as a teacher in service of student learning and outcomes.Administer all policies and procedures in a professional and timely manner as mandated by LCPS, and state and federal agencies (i.e., If you are excited about the opportunity to foster and facilitate a progressive growth mindset in students and engage in transformational teaching, we are actively looking for student-centered, dedicated and dynamic teachers.Master's Degree, preferredAppropriate California Teaching Credential or commitment and ability to acquire oneValid Certificate of Clearance verifying professional fitness for all CA teachers of record, required (if have never held a COC must obtain one before can be fully hired and cleared to start)Knowledge of California Common Core State Standards, student-centered, mastery-based learning, curriculum planning, and data analysis, preferred2+ years teaching urban youth with transformational results, preferredFamiliarity navigating educational platformsExperience teaching in a progressive school model; preferredBilingual in Spanish, preferredEnvironmental Requirements:Able to work in:Loud environments such as cafeterias, playgrounds, classrooms, and large professional settingsIndoor/Outdoor adaptability to all weather conditions related to outdoor activities and/or travel to field trips and school-sponsored eventsAir-conditioned and heated environments under fluorescent lighting.On rare occasions, would need to move quickly or run over smooth to uneven surfaces indoor/outdoor. Teachers may need to supervise students outdoors in varying weather conditions and, on rare occasions, move quickly to intervene in situations involving student safety. Occasional travel to sites for PD within and outside LCPS.SUPERVISIONThis position will report to School Principal or the principal's designeeTIME COMMITMENTThis position is 1.0 FTE (full-time exempt) and follows a 10-month (190 day) work year with significant student-free days for professional learning and collaboration with colleagues and interaction with families. Common Building Hours: All teachers are expected to maintain common building hours for their school site. These may be subject to change for the 2026-27SY:Campus Building Hours: 8:00 - 4:00 pm M, Tu, Th, Fri and 8:00-5:00 on Wednesdays for Professional Development.Occasional evening events during the year, including start of year Ice Cream Social, Back to School Night, Expo, and other events identified by the school calendar in advance.OUR COMPENSATION PACKAGEAt Lighthouse Community Public Schools we take good care of our employees. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a competitive salary and generous health and retirement benefits (100% employee health coverage/50% for dependents; 8% employer-matching for retirement program; medical and dependent FSA, Employee Assistance Program, life insurance, optional 403b retirement plan, and other optional insurance benefits). Starting salary range for certificated teachers is $62,623-$112,000.TO APPLYPeople of color and/or bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.ResumeCover letter describing your interest in this exciting position and why you are an optimal fit, including how your teaching philosophy, approach to student learning, and educational expertise would contribute to Lighthouse Community Public Schools.3-5 Professional References: Name, position, phone number, and email address. (A list of all prior school-based employers: In accordance with Education Code section 44939.5, Lighthouse is required by law to request information from your former school-based employers about your employment history