26-27 Music Teacher - Stella High Charter Academy

Bright Star Schools•Los Angeles, CA

22h

About The Position

Bright Star Schools Middle/High School Teacher Job Description Job Description: Middle/High School Teacher Reporting to: School Principal or another administrator as designated by the Principal Status: Full-Time, Exempt, 11-month Bright Star Schools is a free, publicly funded and open enrollment non-profit organization with nine public charters in urban Los Angeles. Across all of our Bright Star sites, over 90% of our students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. Our mission is to provide holistic, inclusive support for all students to achieve academic excellence and grow their unique talents so that they find joy in higher education, career, and life. Bright Star students will become leaders who act with integrity and champion equity to enrich our communities and the world. The framework to our success is our core operating principles, which are Integridad, Ubuntu, Kohyang (고향) , and Growth. Our educators join a family that is passionate and committed to developing all students to become well-rounded citizens. We offer small class sizes, comprehensive coordinator support, and numerous collaboration opportunities across the organization and within school sites. We strongly believe in listening to all stakeholders’ voices, and we work to increase teaching practice and effectiveness through our data-driven and feedback-derived professional development. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Bright Star Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status. Role Summary Basic Components of the Job Description for the Middle/High School Teacher position include (but are not limited to): Middle/High School Teacher Responsibilities: Whole School Responsibilities Uphold Bright Star Schools’ mission and values Demonstrate genuine care for all students Build relationships with all students Embrace existing school-wide management systems and promote high standards of behavior Uphold restorative practices and create safe, positive learning environments for all students Collaborate with school leaders, providing input to improve Bright Star programs Actively participate in professional development sessions Communicate professionally with peers, supervisors, parents, and students Commit to a longer school day and calendar year Adhere to Bright Star’s professional attire guidelines Supervise bathroom breaks, as needed Uphold attendance procedures each period using school information system, Aeries Participates in school-wide culture events (i.e. Culture days, Songfest, Assemblies, and Field Day) Perform other duties as assigned Instructional Responsibilities Implement and execute the adopted Bright Star curriculum maps and guidelines, as well as instructional best practices (educators should be prepared to conduct classes virtually or in-person depending on COVID-19 health guidelines) Create and submit weekly lesson plans/overviews to administrator/coach Use California State and/or California Common Core standards to plan rigorous lessons Differentiate lesson plans for a variety of learners (kinesthetic, gifted students, English Language Learners, and/or students with IEPs, etc.) Employ strategies to get to know and understand students and prioritize culturally responsive teaching Participate fully in weekly instructional coaching activities (including analysis of student learning, intellectual prep, observation debrief, etc.) and execute on next steps from the weekly coaching meeting. These meetings will be 45 minutes to an hour weekly with your matched coach. Implement feedback from administrator(s) regarding lesson plans and/or execution Establish and maintain positive classroom environment Implement an aligned instructional program to support students in meeting grade level, school, and district goals Support instruction with school-wide supplemental programs Maintain gradebooks and meet grading reporting deadlines Communicate with families regarding student academics and behavior Collaborate with Inclusive Education (Special Education) Team Use planning periods for the advancement of students’ instructional needs Tutor students in need of remediation Perform other adjunct duties as needed What you’ll bring Bachelor’s degree Single Subject CA credential in the applicable subject area Candidates with an intern credential are also considered Possession of either an English Learner Authorization (EL Authorization), Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (BCLAD) certificate; Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certificate; or Bilingual Certificate of Competence (BCC) required. Two years of urban teaching experience preferred Bilingual Spanish or Korean desirable, but not required Teacher Traits: Commitment to Educational Excellence – Belief that every child deserves a high-quality education that prepares them for college and beyond. Whole-Child & Inclusive Teaching – Ability to support all students with modifications, accommodations, and high expectations in an equitable, anti-racist classroom. Growth Mindset & Collaboration – Open to feedback, self-reflection, and continuous learning while working closely with colleagues. Problem-Solving & Innovation – Willingness to analyze challenges, implement creative solutions, and adapt to meet student needs. Data-Driven & Engaging Instruction – Uses student data to inform teaching while fostering a joyful and well-managed classroom. Tech-Savvy & Adaptable – Competent with technology and eager to leverage it for student success. Cognitive & Behavioral Competencies Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands Must be able to logically solve problems Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills Must demonstrate strong classroom management skills Must have a passion for teaching and student success Must demonstrate strong organizational Skills Working Conditions/Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is generally expected to work indoors in typical school and office environments.  This position involves: Occasional exposure to extreme or varying temperatures. Occasional exposure to outdoor elements such as sun, precipitation and wind or wet/humid surroundings. Occasional/ exposure to loud noise, fumes, smoke, dust. Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. Prolonged sitting/standing. Frequent walking Must be able to occasionally/frequently lift, carry push, and/or pull objects of not more than 20 pounds. Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, and/or squat Frequent reaching and twisting, including reaching above shoulder height Manual dexterity, and finger/wrist and hand repetitions are needed; frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching. Frequent computer use, including use of keyboard and mouse. Speaking and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position; constant hearing and speaking in person and on the phone, via remote video teleconferencing platforms. Must be able to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Single Subject CA credential in the applicable subject area
Candidates with an intern credential are also considered
Possession of either an English Learner Authorization (EL Authorization), Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (BCLAD) certificate; Cross-Cultural, Language and Academic Development (CLAD) certificate; or Bilingual Certificate of Competence (BCC) required.
Commitment to Educational Excellence – Belief that every child deserves a high-quality education that prepares them for college and beyond.
Whole-Child & Inclusive Teaching – Ability to support all students with modifications, accommodations, and high expectations in an equitable, anti-racist classroom.
Growth Mindset & Collaboration – Open to feedback, self-reflection, and continuous learning while working closely with colleagues.
Problem-Solving & Innovation – Willingness to analyze challenges, implement creative solutions, and adapt to meet student needs.
Data-Driven & Engaging Instruction – Uses student data to inform teaching while fostering a joyful and well-managed classroom.
Tech-Savvy & Adaptable – Competent with technology and eager to leverage it for student success.
Must be able to analyze written, spoken, visual, and other sensory stimuli
Must have ability to understand and analyze written and spoken English
Must be able to cope effectively with stressful situations and time constraints
Must be able to make sound judgments based on available information
Must be able to engage in frequent student/parent/coworker contact
Must be able to remain calm in emergency situations
Must be able to perform effectively under pressure and tight deadlines
Must be able to maintain accuracy in tasks requiring meticulous attention to detail
Must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work demands
Must be able to logically solve problems
Must be able to provide and follow detailed written and verbal instructions
Must be able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and students
Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
Must demonstrate strong classroom management skills
Must have a passion for teaching and student success
Must demonstrate strong organizational Skills
Prolonged sitting/standing.
Frequent walking
Must be able to occasionally/frequently lift, carry push, and/or pull objects of not more than 20 pounds.
Must be able to frequently bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, climb, crawl, and/or squat
Frequent reaching and twisting, including reaching above shoulder height
Manual dexterity, and finger/wrist and hand repetitions are needed; frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing and typing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching.
Frequent computer use, including use of keyboard and mouse.
Speaking and hearing are essential to the communication needs of the position; constant hearing and speaking in person and on the phone, via remote video teleconferencing platforms.
Must be able to be physically present at the worksite and occasionally travel for meetings or conferences.

Nice To Haves

Two years of urban teaching experience preferred
Bilingual Spanish or Korean desirable, but not required

Responsibilities

Uphold Bright Star Schools’ mission and values
Demonstrate genuine care for all students
Build relationships with all students
Embrace existing school-wide management systems and promote high standards of behavior
Uphold restorative practices and create safe, positive learning environments for all students
Collaborate with school leaders, providing input to improve Bright Star programs
Actively participate in professional development sessions
Communicate professionally with peers, supervisors, parents, and students
Commit to a longer school day and calendar year
Adhere to Bright Star’s professional attire guidelines
Supervise bathroom breaks, as needed
Uphold attendance procedures each period using school information system, Aeries
Participates in school-wide culture events (i.e. Culture days, Songfest, Assemblies, and Field Day)
Perform other duties as assigned
Implement and execute the adopted Bright Star curriculum maps and guidelines, as well as instructional best practices (educators should be prepared to conduct classes virtually or in-person depending on COVID-19 health guidelines)
Create and submit weekly lesson plans/overviews to administrator/coach
Use California State and/or California Common Core standards to plan rigorous lessons
Differentiate lesson plans for a variety of learners (kinesthetic, gifted students, English Language Learners, and/or students with IEPs, etc.)
Employ strategies to get to know and understand students and prioritize culturally responsive teaching
Participate fully in weekly instructional coaching activities (including analysis of student learning, intellectual prep, observation debrief, etc.) and execute on next steps from the weekly coaching meeting. These meetings will be 45 minutes to an hour weekly with your matched coach.
Implement feedback from administrator(s) regarding lesson plans and/or execution
Establish and maintain positive classroom environment
Implement an aligned instructional program to support students in meeting grade level, school, and district goals
Support instruction with school-wide supplemental programs
Maintain gradebooks and meet grading reporting deadlines
Communicate with families regarding student academics and behavior
Collaborate with Inclusive Education (Special Education) Team
Use planning periods for the advancement of students’ instructional needs
Tutor students in need of remediation
Perform other adjunct duties as needed

Benefits

Health, dental, vision
CalSTRS retirement matching
life insurance
short-term disability
optional 403b plan
sick and vacation paid time off, and holidays
Job-embedded induction program for new teachers with a preliminary teaching credential to earn their CA clear credential at no cost to the participant
Weekly instructional coaching or mentoring (through our in-house induction program referenced above) for all teachers
Instructional leaders as principals
Pupil-free planning days for teachers
Staff wellness program
School counselors to support with family engagement and communication
Opportunity to participate in stipended out of area and out of state life experience lessons (field trips)