One-n-Ten Microschool Teacher

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the facilitation of educational curriculum and student success at Thrive Education and One-n-Ten’s soon-to-launch microschool called The Queer Blended Learning Center (QBLC). QBLC teachers use a blend of technology-based and teacher-led instruction to ensure mastery of content. Supports students with social emotional learning, reading, writing, math, science, social studies, project-based learning, and LGBTQ+/Culturally Responsive curriculum. Cultivates a learning environment where students can be curious, independent, productive, and kind. Creates a safe-space where students are honored and valued for who they are. Assists students attending microschools with learning, supporting students where they are. Works in our microschool setting with approximately ten to twelve 6th-8th grade students. Supports individual student needs with creativity and innovation while respecting all students and families and their access to quality education. Uses high impact instructional practices and motivational techniques to engage students in learning.

Requirements

Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate
Strong communication skills
Experience using a computer and online tools (email, websites, video streaming, etc.)
Ability to pass a Level 1 background check, drug screening, and obtain an AZ IVP fingerprint clearance card
Good judgment, discretion, confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish highly preferred
Involvement and/or knowledge of the LGBTQ+ community highly preferred

Responsibilities

Leads a blended-age classroom of 10-12 students for 30 hours per week, 180 instructional days and 10 Professional Development days, working a total of 190 days.
Maintains an environment of safety and inclusion.
Guides students’ individualized learning needs.
Supports small group activities.
Monitors student academic progress.
Communicates with parents and families.
Motivates students to be excited about learning.
Encourages student-led experiential learning.
Manages student behavior in a supportive and kind way.
Collaborates with other staff members.
Enforces safe-space guidelines consistent with Thrive Education and One-n-Ten’s goals, mission, and values.
Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.