Art Teacher

PUC Schools • Los Angeles, CA

11d • $65,000 - $115,669 • Onsite

About The Position

Partnerships to Uplift Communities (PUC) Schools is a network of public charter schools focused on increasing graduation, college entrance, and college graduation rates for underserved students in Los Angeles. The organization aims to develop and manage high-quality charter schools in urban communities, fostering a college-bound culture and building supportive partnerships. The ideal candidate will be passionate about the PUC Schools mission and demonstrate this through leadership, reflection, and collaboration to ensure student success.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid Preliminary or Clear Single Subject or Multiple Subject Credential OR University Internship Credential eligible (Intern eligibility letter required) OR Qualification for a permit if the applicant does not possess a credential
• Satisfy Basic Skills Requirement (met through coursework and/or passing scores on standardized tests i.e., CBEST, SAT, ACT, etc.)
• Solid knowledge of the subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks and assessments
• Knowledge of diversity in society, including diverse abilities, culture, language, ethnicity, and gender orientation
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data
• Alignment with core characteristics required of every PUC employee: pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticity
• Must be flexible and team-oriented
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of work
• Regular attendance, dependability, and punctuality in conformance with the standards are essential to the successful performance of this position

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment
• Organize classroom systems/procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning
• Develop and maintain IATs (lesson plans)
• Establish an environment where students are excited about learning and preparing for college
• Develop lesson plans according to the California state standards
• Prepare lesson plans for substitute teacher
• Build strong relationships with students and parents
• Communicate with parents/guardians on a weekly basis
• Identify the student's areas for improvement and work with the student, family, and internal resources to suggest options for improvement
• Provide continual assessment of student progress, maintain student records and portfolios, and complete assigned paperwork in provided time frames
• Conduct both student and teacher-lead parent conferences
• Collaborate with the Inclusion Specialist to meet the needs of all students
• Attend and participate in Academic Success Team, Parent/Teacher Advisory Council, and other school-based meetings and activities
• Perform disseminated leadership duties
• Attend and implement professional development training throughout and beyond the school year
• Demonstrate support and knowledge of the school's goals and mission
• Detail-oriented when tracking students' grades, attendance, etc.
• Work with the Principal and Assistant Principal to ensure teaching methods are directed towards meeting and surpassing the standards
• Attend and participate in school-based meetings and activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision and additional voluntary benefits
• STRS and other Retirement Plan Options
• Paid Time Off
• Ongoing Professional Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level