1st Grade Teacher - 26/27 SY - Palm Lane Global Academy
About The Position
The 1st Grade Teacher is responsible for developing and delivering courses, creating a collaborative and stimulating classroom environment for a diverse group of students, and fostering collaboration among parents, faculty, board members, and community partners. The teacher supports the school’s goals and mission and reports to the site administrator(s). The role may involve lifting, walking, sitting, and standing for periods of time. Employment cannot begin until all locally mandated trainings are completed and fingerprint cards are processed by the California Department of Justice, which must determine that there is no criminal conviction prohibiting work with students and staff.
Requirements
- Current California teaching credential.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
- Meet all NCLB requirements.
- Complete all locally mandated trainings and undergo fingerprint processing by the California Department of Justice before beginning employment; the background check must establish no criminal conviction that would prohibit working with students and staff.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a subject matter field or Education is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Develop lesson plans according to the California Common Core State Standards (CA CCSS) and California State Content Standards.
- Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior so all students are fully engaged in learning.
- Establish an environment where students are excited about learning.
- Build strong relationships with students and parents.
- Identify areas where students need improvement and work with students, families, and internal resources to suggest improvement options.
- Continually assess student progress, maintain student records, and complete assigned paperwork within provided timeframes.
- Collaborate with the Educational Specialist and other staff to meet the needs of all students.
- Attend and implement professional development training throughout and beyond the school year.
- Demonstrate support for and knowledge of the school’s goals and mission.
- Participate in, attend, and plan field trips.
- Participate in school events during, before, and after school.
- Attend and participate in school-based meetings and activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
