Job title: In-House Substitute Teacher (Part-time) – Stella Elementary Charter Academy
Company: Bright Star Schools
Job description: Job Description:Stella Elementary Charter Academy (SECA), located in Baldwin Village, Los Angeles, is searching for part-time In-House Substitute Teacher for this 24-25 school year.Hiring Process:Step 1: Submit ApplicationApplications should include the information listed below. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. All applications should be submitted via the “JOIN OUR TEAM” section at .Completed applications include:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation (optional)
- Three professional references
Step 2: Interview w/ member of Talent TeamStep 3: School Site Interview with School PrincipalIf accepted and given an offer, applicants must complete a live scan and TB test clearance.Job Description: Elementary School In-House Substitute TeacherReporting to: Assistant PrincipalABOUT US:Founded in 2003, Bright Star Schools has been serving students, families, and communities in Los Angeles for over 20 years! We currently serve over 3,600 students in 9 schools in the communities of South Los Angeles, Koreatown, and the San Fernando Valley. Our free, charter public schools are joyful, small, and safe communities where each of our students is known and supported to thrive. We welcome all students of all abilities and backgrounds.We’re looking for outstanding educators to join our team and help provide holistic, inclusive support for all students to achieve academic excellence and grow their unique talents so that they find joy in higher education, career, and life. Guided by our core values of integridad, kohyang, ubuntu, and growth, we’re committed to our students’ and educators’ success.At Bright Star Schools, we provide a culture of learning and growth for educators, with an emphasis on job-embedded, differentiated professional development, which includes:
- Organization-wide content specific professional development sessions throughout the year
- An instructional coaching program
- A no-cost induction program for new teachers with a preliminary credential (Our two- year induction program allows teachers with preliminary credentials to earn their CA clear credential at no cost to the teacher.)
- Paid planning days
- Professional learning communities at the school site and by grade level or content area.
Overall, our educators receive 200+ hours of job-embedded professional development opportunities to support teacher growth and advancing student achievement over the course of each year.We also offer small class sizes, comprehensive teacher support, a focus on anti-bias and anti-racist school and classroom cultures, and numerous collaboration opportunities across the organization and within school sites.Educator applicants should be prepared to conduct classes virtually or in-person depending on COVID-19 health guidelines.Bright Star Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexualorientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.Responsibilities:Whole School Responsibilities
- Serves as the primary substitute for all teachers at the school site.
- Follows classroom systems/procedures established by the classroom teacher, and manages student behavior in alignment with schoolwide practices to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning.
- Uphold Bright Star Schools’ mission and values
- Demonstrate genuine care for all students
- Embrace existing school-wide management systems and promote high standards of behavior
- Collaborate with school leaders, providing input to improve Bright Star programs
- Actively participate in professional development sessions
- Communicate professionally with peers, supervisors, parents, and students
- Commit to a longer school day and calendar year
- Adhere to Bright Star’s professional attire guidelines
- Supervise bathroom breaks/lunch
- Uphold attendance procedures each period using School Information Systems (SIS)
- Enthusiastically participate in school-wide culture events (i.e., Songfest, academic assemblies, and Field Day)
- Perform other duties as assigned
Instructional Responsibilities
- Adhere to Bright Star curriculum maps and guidelines
- Create weekly lesson plans/overviews
- Plan rigorous lessons aligned to the California State and/or California Common Core standards
- Differentiate lesson plans for a variety of learners (kinesthetic, gifted students, English Language Learners, and/or students with IEPs, etc.)
- Implement feedback from administrator regarding lesson plans and/or execution
- Establish and maintain positive classroom environment
- Implement Bright Star’s Expected School Learning Results
- Support instruction with school-wide supplemental programs (i.e., Reading Counts/Study Island)
- Communicate with families regarding student academics and behavior
- Collaborate with Special Education Team and ELD Teacher
- Use planning periods for the advancement of student academics
- Tutor students in need of remediation
- Perform other adjunct duties
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree
- CA 30-Day Emergency Substitute Credential required
- Two years of urban teaching experience preferred
- Bilingual in Spanish desirable
Teacher Traits:
- Belief that every child is deserving an excellent education which prepares him/her for college and life beyond
- Demonstrated ability to teach whole child in an inclusive setting using modifications and accommodations
- Willingness to receive feedback, engage in frequent dialogue and ability to self-reflect
- Life-long learner
- Collaborative
- Belief in data-driven instruction
- Firm, kind approach to managing student behavior
- Technologically competent
- Entrepreneurial spirit and creative problem solver
- Sense of humor and love of teaching
Benefits:BenefitsSalary: $28 hourlyStatus: Part TimeStart Date: An exceptional candidate will assume the role no later than January 2025.Location: Los Angeles, CA
Expected salary: $28 per hour
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job date: Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:30:37 GMT
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