Literacy Specialist, #1216: Ingenium Barack Obama Charter School, Compton, CA

Ingenium•Compton, CA

68d•$71,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Literacy Specialist will provide identified students with ELA strategies, targeted to the student’s area(s) of need. The Literacy Specialist will use data-driven, research-validated and/or evidence-based practices to teach students the skills needed to learn English language arts as determined by teacher (professional learning communities) PLCs. The Literacy Specialist will monitor student progress and adjust strategies as needed and in collaboration with PLC teachers to ensure optimal student success and growth. The Literacy Specialist will use and seek technology to assist in student learning and instruction when appropriate. The Literacy Specialist will push into classrooms and will provide targeted small group support to students, as determined by the PLCs. The Literacy Specialist will provide targeted small group support for newcomer students.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Valid California teaching credential, required
English Language Learner Authorization, required
Literacy/Reading Certification, required
CPR/First Aid (provided by Ingenium post-hire)
Highly effective pedagogy in literacy and english language arts
California Common Core State Standards curriculum and instruction
The Science of Reading
Principles and methods of curriculum design and structured literacy
Effective measurements of learning/assessments, including diagnostic, formative and summative, performance tasks and project evaluation
Child cognitive development and learning styles
Learning strategies that extend all students towards high academic and personal achievement
Teaching practices that result in intrinsically motivated students
Computer application and Internet search skills
Establish a culture of high expectations based on the belief that all students can be successful
Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with Common Core State Standards and Ingenium Learning System that increase student growth in english language arts
Analyze qualitative and quantitative student data; create and track efficacy of data-driven action plans
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement student learning
Effectively collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community including consistent participation in school and organization-wide Professional Learning Communities
Manage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged, productive, and safe
Maintain positive attitude
Maintain regular attendance
Ability to lift 40 pounds
Ability to communicate and comprehend orally and in writing
Near and far vision
Selective attention: ability to concentrate on a task without being distracted
Time sharing: ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of information
Memorization: ability to remember information such as words, numbers, and procedures
Problem Sensitivity: ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong
Deductive and inductive reasoning skills
Ability to plan and deliver effective instruction to students
Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time
Some kneeling, squatting, bending, required
Dexterity of hands to demonstrate activities may be required
Mathematical reasoning
Ability to use a computer, mouse, and monitor
Ability to use computer software and timely respond to emails

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Reading and Literacy, preferred
Significant experience and training with structured literacy and targeted intervention, especially in a Title I school, preferred
Experience supporting Multilingual learners

Responsibilities

Support the noble cause, mission, and core values of Ingenium Schools
Strive to implement, by instruction and action, Ingenium Schools’ philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives in connection with Ingenium’s Signature Practices
Continuously maintain and improve professional competence
Attend mandatory trainings, professional meetings, and educational conferences, as required
Encourage students to set and maintain minimum standards of classroom behavior
Create a safe, developmentally appropriate environment conducive to learning english language arts
Implement and support school and organizational policies governing student life and conduct
Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods: direct instruction, discussion, demonstration, student-led instruction, etc. as determined by the PLC teacher group
Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ differing needs and interests
In harmony with curriculum goals and as directed by the PLC, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students daily
Prepare materials and work-space for activities
Consistently and accurately observe and assess students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical health, both formally and informally, through observation, authentic performance, and written evaluation
Provide frequent and timely feedback to students and parents on student progress
Recommend resources to parents for additional student growth
Timely deliver accurate and complete written and oral progress reports
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law and Ingenium Schools’ policies
Maintain student confidentiality
Confer with students and parents outside of the instructional day to resolve students’ behavioral and/or academic issues, as needed
Maintain and improve professional competence and participate in professional development opportunities
Actively participate in team meetings and serve on staff committees, school-wide events, parent workshops, and community partnership events, as needed and/or requested
Assist with school/organizational events, general supervision, extra-curricular support, tutoring, etc., as needed
Perform related duties as assigned