Libertas College Prep Charter School Hiring for 4th Grade English Teacher Job at Los Angeles, CA Full Time

Role: 4th Grade English (ELA) Teacher

Organization: Libertas College Prep

About the Organization

Libertas College Prep is a charter middle school in South Los Angeles. The school is founded on the belief that all students, regardless of their previous academic performance, can thrive and be successful in a rigorous, structured, and supportive environment. Libertas College Prep has an intensive focus on literacy and utilizes a nontraditional starting point of 4th grade to ensure that all students receive literacy support through the transition from “learning to read” in third grade to “reading to learn” in fourth grade and beyond.

The school opened in August 2015 and serves a student population predominantly comprised of low-income, first-generation college-going students. Libertas was awarded a 2019 & 2020 top school by Innovate Schools through USC’s Rossier School of Education and a California Distinguished School for 2020. Tuition-free and open to all, Libertas College Prep serves any student in grades 4-8 who is ready to commit to the hard work of climbing the mountain to college graduation. We enroll students through a public admissions lottery and any student may apply and attend.

About the Role:

Teachers play an incredible role in continuing to build the foundation for the future of the school. Libertas College Prep teachers are passionate educators who challenge students to develop high-level academic skills as well as becoming their best selves. Libertas College Prep teachers are results-driven educators with experience in, and commitment to, standards-based curriculum and the use of data and assessments to drive instructional decisions. They have demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass local averages and are proven managers of urban classrooms who have used discipline, structure, appropriate incentives, and high expectations to achieve measurable academic success.

Responsibilities:

Teaching

∙ Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students

∙ Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum

∙ Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods

∙ Use consistent school-wide practices and individualized methods to engage students in the classroom

Classroom Management

∙ Create, monitor, and sustain a disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards

∙ Provide structure in the classroom by developing and reinforcing school-wide rules and expectations

∙ Ensure smooth operation of all classroom instructional functions without excuses or exceptions

Data Analysis

∙ Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practice

∙ Evaluate academic achievement through detailed data analysis of student performance

Student Support & School Culture

∙ Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues

∙ Develop and maintain positive, strong classroom culture

Educational Background and Work Experience:

∙ Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
∙ At least two years of urban teaching experience preferred
∙ California Multi-Subject Credential (or interest in working toward certification)

Compensation:
Libertas College Prep staff members are provided with a competitive salary, benefits, and a working environment that includes all the necessary technology and resources to succeed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,200.00 – $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Weekly COVID Testing

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location