Online Program: Independent Study Teacher

Options For Youth Public Charter Schools

77d • $2,807 - $4,038

About The Position

Are you seeking an opportunity to impact students’ lives positively? Do you believe that every student should have the opportunity for success? If so, Options For Youth (OFY) is the place for you! OFY is looking for individuals who are outgoing, energetic, authentic, motivated, and inspiring. Who We Are: Options for Youth (OFY) is a network of free, non-profit public charter schools offering students a flexible, personalized approach to learning. OFY saw the potential that struggling students couldn’t see in themselves. For over 35 years, OFY has helped more than 135,000 students find their passion and pursue their dreams. OFY believes in fostering the student’s vision; inspiring students inspires us. We believe the student-teacher relationship is critical to the development of a young person’s social, emotional, and academic well-being. If you believe this too, then you are the educator that we’re looking for. We are devoted to creating a team of diverse people and encourage anyone passionate about education and excited about what we do to connect with us! To learn more about our schools, visit us at www.ofy.org.

Requirements

• BA/BS Degree.
• CA Preliminary or Clear single-subject teaching credential with English Language Authorization (ELA).

Responsibilities

• Deliver our educational program to ensure data-driven, results-based instruction for students in the implementation of the Common Core Standards.
• Provide direct instruction to students 6 hours a day.
• Teach for mastery of the Common Core Standards and is knowledgeable in single-subject content areas and lesson plans a differentiated curriculum to ensure student success.
• Use assessments and data to influence instruction for student success and keep grade, attendance, and retention records.
• Provide targeted interventions for special education students and English Language Learners.
• Participate in various community groups or functions, faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Assist with state-mandated student testing.
• Meet with students and parents to discuss student progress and problems.

Benefits

• Accrued wellness hours.
• Holiday pay.
• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Incentives.
• Employer-matched retirement plan.
• Opportunities to chaperone students on experiential learning trips.
• Social functions to foster camaraderie.
• Recognition at company-wide award functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees