AIMS K12 College Prep Charter District - Alameda, CA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Alameda, CA

About the position

The Elementary School Art Teacher at American Indian Model Schools (AIMS) is responsible for providing high-quality art instruction in a supportive and individualized learning environment. The role emphasizes the importance of fostering a culture of high expectations, ensuring that every student is engaged and valued. The teacher will develop lesson plans aligned with educational standards, assess student progress, and collaborate with colleagues and families to enhance the educational experience.

Responsibilities

  • Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with Common Core Standards and AIMS Instructional Guidelines.
  • Assess students regularly and analyze student results; refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school; share best practices.
  • Communicate regularly with students and their families about classroom activities and student progress.
  • Involve parents and guardians as partners in their students' education.
  • Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged.
  • Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with Head of School and Dean.
  • Maintain accurate student records including attendance.
  • Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs.
  • Support the mission, vision, and core values of AIM Schools.
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned from Head of School and Deans.
  • Flexibility of schedule to accommodate monthly Saturday School, Summer School, as well as additional after school tutoring.

Requirements

  • Bachelors' degree
  • Valid California Teaching Credential: multi-subject required for K-8
  • English Language Learner Authorization required
  • NCLB Highly Qualified
  • Knowledge and application of child cognitive development and various learning styles
  • Knowledge of various subject matter, including Common Core Standards and subject-specific frameworks
  • Understanding and ability to create assessments according to standards every 6-8 weeks
  • Ability and willingness to implement AIMS Instructional Guidelines and Best Practices
  • Aptitude to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data to inform next phase of teaching
  • Capacity and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices to better serve students
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues, parents and community
  • Computer and Internet search skills

Benefits

  • 100% insurance premium cost of employees for Kaiser Gold 80 HRA, Dental, Vision, Life AD&D
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Cancer, Accident, Disability, Pet Insurance
  • 403(b) Options with Match
  • Sick Leave
  • 25 Paid Non-workdays (per AIMS Calendar)
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