Foreign Language Teacher

LA Promise Fund•South Gate, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Foreign Language teacher will engage learners through rigorous, standards-based curriculum assessment. Instruction is based on the CA World Language Standards and key concepts; language structure, cultural awareness, and literacy. The teacher will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to prepare learners for college and career success through integrated technology, project-based learning, and a Digital Media Arts/Video Production theme. This is a full-time, exempt, non-year-round position.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Possession of a valid internship, preliminary, or clear California Single Subject teaching credential
Demonstrated success working with students from educationally underserved areas
Exceptional relationship building skills and the ability to communicate clearly to multiple stakeholders
A strong belief that all students can succeed
A do-whatever-it-takes attitude including a willingness to work occasionally on the weekend or in the evening
Passionate about improving public education to help all children reach their dreams
An exceptional ability to respond well to feedback and implement it immediately
A strong ethical base and self-awareness
Commitment to LA Promise Fund mission and Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, Professionalism, Excellence, Diversity and Fairness
Must clear a LiveScan criminal background check
Must clear a TB Risk Assessment
Must complete Mandated Reporter training

Nice To Haves

advance degree in subject area preferred
Bilingual Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Promote an inclusive learning environment that builds tolerance and respect for different cultures and viewpoints
Use data-driven techniques to set realistic and aspirational goals for learners
Demonstrate content knowledge of the California Common Core Standards
Differentiate instruction and provide necessary accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all learners
Facilitate effective group collaboration
Provide timely feedback to students based on formative and summative assessment data
Facilitate a classroom culture that fosters independent thinking and the ability to express original ideas and engage in civil discourse
Hold weekly office hours after school tutoring sessions
Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student progress
Build positive and trusting relationships with students, families, and community members
Communicate expectations for learners through clear and consistent methods
Uphold school-wide policies and systems for learning
Create a positive and respectful learning environment
Communicate the importance of college success and the belief that students will succeed
Develop connectedness through Promise Time/Advisory curriculum
Engage in the school community through responsibilities outside of content area instruction
Collaborate with school leaders and teachers to address and resolve student issue
Contribute to the school community through meaningful engagement in weekly professional learning, team collaboration, and student activities
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the CA World Language Standards and theories of language acquisition
Execute high impact, evidence-based instructional strategies and scaffolds to meet the individual needs of learners
Monitor student growth and progress towards mastery of the standards through a continuous cycle of assessment, analysis and planning
Provide comprehensive daily and unit plans grounded in content standards and learning theory
Fulfill duties outside of primary teaching responsibility as assigned
Implement the adopted core curriculum and support school-wide instructional initiatives
Develop global competency and literacy in Spanish Language and address the literacies of the 21st Century Skills for World Languages to include informational, technology, media, and emotional literacy
Increase Spanish Language proficiency for native and non-native speakers, and build appreciation for the language and culture relating to life in Los Angeles, CA, and globally