Associate Teacher (English/Spanish)

Voices College-Bound Language Academies

Job Category

Academic-Teaching

Overview

Posted : 2023-10-25

Description

Role Summary

Voices Academies’ Associate Teacher (AT) will be an inspiring and motivating educator who can work independently. Reporting to the principal, 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. Associate Teachers will assist in the classroom and assist in the supervision, testing, and instruction of students; relieve the teacher of administrative tasks; implementing a variety of instructional programs as assigned/supervised by a credentialed teacher or administrator (ELD, intervention, skill development, covering for teacher, etc), and perform other duties as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting Teachers:

Assist teacher in the management of student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning and assessing
Provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student as directed by the teacher
Provide instruction to students with special needs in accordance with IEP utilizing support services 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
Assist teacher in assessing students and recording results
Track student information and maintain accurate student records, as directed by the teacher
Create an atmosphere through personal example and efficacious relationships with students which inspire academic achievement and enthusiasm for learning
Provide Instruction under the supervision of a certificated teacher or administrator
Tutor students as directed

Collaboration:

Work collaboratively to achieve Voices’ vision
Work cooperatively with staff toward resolution of mutual concerns
Collaborate closely with other teachers, consultants, and the principal to improve own and others’ instructional practices
Learn and use co-teaching practices to support instruction for all
Reflect, improve and collaborate with colleagues, parents and community
Confer with teachers, parents and/or appropriate personnel for the purposes of assisting in student evaluation as directed
Assist other personnel and teachers as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in their work activities

Professional Activities:

Actively participate in professional development activities, including retreats
Foster strong school morale and academic achievement
Participating in collaborative with teacher and parents, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions, events, and trips
Perform duties such as cafeteria, yard duty, traffic duty and monitoring/interacting with students during the work day as assigned for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
Supervise, instruct, and lead students independently as needed
Other duties as assigned

Voices Academies Associate Teacher candidates will have the following

Required Qualifications:

Having a High School Diploma AND one of the following:Two years of college (48 units), or

A. A. degree (or higher), orPass a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction, orB- or higher in at least 2 of the following courses: (English, Math, or Writing/Literacy) in college coursework

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
Ability to work independently, have flexibility, and demonstrated success in working with school-age children
Ability to work well independently and within a team environment; working efficiently, and exercising excellent judgment in making decisions
Works well with in a high pressure environmentPreferred Qualifications:
BA degree or Substitute Permit
Knowledge of and experience working with low-income communities preferred
Experience or commitment to public education, social justice, efficacy and equity
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 offer:

First Aid/CPR Certification
Clear Criminal Background Check
Valid TB Clearance

Key Compensation:

Hourly Pay Range $20.00 - $25.00
Medical benefits for full time
Exceptional growth opportunities
Retirement plan

Employment:

Reports directly to Principal, Teacher
Permanent Part Time, Non-Exempt Position
Position follows 10-month calendar
At-Will Agreement

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.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

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