Academic Support Teacher - Math

High Tech High • San Diego, CA

106d • $25 - $27

About The Position

Under the general supervision and guidance of the School Director, Academic Support Teachers (AST) provide individualized and small group instruction to assist and empower students to achieve academic success. Academic Support Teachers provide targeted tutoring support to students who need extra support with a content area. Academic Support Teachers help students fulfill their academic potential through guided, direct instruction. Duties might include floating between classrooms as needed in order to create and maintain a learning environment that supports students in accomplishing the learning goals of High Tech High. Academic Support Teachers have the ability to substitute for classroom teachers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Valid California Multiple Subjects, Single Subject or Education Specialist Teaching Credential with EL Authorization

Nice To Haves

• Ability to efficiently and effectively manage the time of self and others
• Ability to work with professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, equity, honesty and personal accountability at all times
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional organization skills
• Knowledge of teaching strategies and methods
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to manage diversity

Responsibilities

• Embodies High Tech High’s design principles of Equity, Personalization, Authentic Work and Collaborative Design in all work activities and actions
• Ensures coverage of teachers who are not available
• Assists in the delivery of instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences
• Assists with course-wide performance goals for every student in class
• Grades assignments and homework regularly to keep students updated on how they are doing
• Identifies students who are struggling with learning, emotional problems, or situations at home, and finds them the resources they need

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree