Multiple-Subject Teacher - California City

Field Institute•California City, CA

About The Position

EPIC de Cesar Chavez is a WASC accredited charter high school program of Farmworker Institute of Education and Leadership Development (FIELD). FIELD is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1978 by Farmworker Leader Cesar E. Chavez. We are dedicated to strengthening America’s agricultural and rural communities through our Core Values of Opportunity, Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, and Si Se Puede. FIELD carries out its mission through a continuum of educational programs such as our EPIC de Cesar Chavez High School. The EPIC de Cesar Chavez High School Teacher must possess preparation in teaching a culturally diverse population using language acquisition strategies utilizing synchronous and asynchronous instruction. The Teacher must have the knowledge and ability to teach core content area classes either in an online environment or in a self-contained classroom using direct instruction. They must also have the ability to individualize instruction according to the needs of adult learners.

Requirements

Knowledge and consistent practice of policies and procedures for FIELD.
Knowledge and consistent practice of the ethical guidelines as outlined by FIELD and federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Skill in managing and promoting positive student behavior.
Skill in data analysis to assess, monitor, and inform instruction for student growth.
Skill in organizing, time management, and record-keeping.
Ability to utilize a variety of computer applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite programs
Possess the skills needed to learn and utilize software and other technology required to facilitate online instruction as applicable.
Ability to effectively address and meet a wide range of academic, social/emotional, and developmental needs for all types of learners.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other professionals in a team setting.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to effectively express ideas orally and in writing.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Multiple subject credential, or able to acquire the credential or an applicable permit required.
CLAD or BCLAD Certified, or other California Commission on Teacher Credentialing recognized authorization to teach English Learners.
Must have valid driver’s license and personal automobile insurance.
Must be able to travel as needed/required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with rural farm working communities preferred, but not required.
Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare multiple subject lessons, with lesson plans, in varied core classes to a diverse student population in a self-contained classroom setting.
Implement online multiple subject courses utilizing the Canvas learning management system.
Observe, evaluate, and assess adult student performance and development in an online and/or in-class environment.
Participate in professional development webinars, Zoom meetings, and other in-person or other class offerings.
Assign and grade online and in-class work, projects, tests, and assignments.
Maintain a classroom grade book in the Aeries student information system using accepted standard grading criteria.
Utilize multiple student data elements for the purpose of assessing student progress.
Maintain and submit appropriate and required student records in a timely manner.
In coordination with the school counselor, provide information to students relative to employment, career opportunities, and continuing education.
Manage a self-contained classroom setting when applicable, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior as stated in the EPIC classroom agreement.
Participate in the development of activities designed to promote an innovative learning experience for students.
Conduct culturally relevant online classes appropriate for diverse adult students from a variety of cultural, ethnic, linguistic, and economic backgrounds.
Understand, teach, and adhere to FIELD’s core values.