Spanish & ELD Teacher

PUC Schools • Los Angeles, CA

25d • $65,000 - $115,669 • Onsite

About The Position

PUC Schools is seeking a Spanish & ELD Teacher who believes in and is passionate about the organization’s mission and commitments. The teacher will foster an engaging, safe, and nurturing classroom environment; support students’ academic growth and college preparation; and work collaboratively with families, colleagues, and school leaders. The role includes developing standards-aligned lesson plans, monitoring student progress, maintaining records, and participating in school meetings, professional development, and leadership activities.

This is a full-time, exempt, salaried teaching position at PUC Community Charter Early College High School in Sylmar, California. The position is listed as a 10-month role, with a salary range of $65,000 to $115,669. Candidates must hold or qualify for an appropriate teaching credential or permit and satisfy the Basic Skills Requirement.

Requirements

• Possess a valid Preliminary or Clear Single Subject or Multiple Subject Credential, be eligible for a University Internship Credential (with an intern eligibility letter), or qualify for a permit if not credentialed.
• Satisfy the Basic Skills Requirement through coursework and/or standardized test scores such as CBEST, SAT, or ACT.
• Have solid knowledge of the subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks and assessments.
• Know about diversity in society, including diverse abilities, culture, language, ethnicity, and gender orientation.
• Be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Be able to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data.
• Align with PUC employee characteristics: pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticity.
• Be flexible and team-oriented.
• Be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Have a strong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of work.
• Maintain regular attendance, dependability, and punctuality.
• Meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally kneeling, climbing, reaching above shoulder level, and lifting up to 30 pounds; bending, sitting, standing, squatting, stooping, walking, pushing, pulling, and reaching at or below shoulder level; and wearing appropriate safety equipment for assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability in Spanish is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment.
• Build professional knowledge.
• Organize classroom systems and procedures and manage student behavior to ensure students are engaged in learning.
• Develop and maintain IATs (lesson plans).
• Create an environment where students are excited about learning and preparing for college.
• Develop lesson plans according to California state standards and prepare lesson plans for substitute teachers.
• Build strong relationships with students and parents, and communicate with parents or guardians weekly.
• Identify areas for student improvement and work with students, families, and internal resources to suggest improvement options.
• Continually assess student progress, maintain student records and portfolios, and complete assigned paperwork within required time frames.
• Conduct student- and teacher-led parent conferences.
• Collaborate with the Inclusion Specialist to meet the needs of all students.
• Attend and participate in Academic Success Team, Parent/Teacher Advisory Council, and other school-based meetings and activities.
• Perform disseminated leadership duties.
• Attend and implement professional development throughout and beyond the school year.
• Demonstrate support for and knowledge of the school's goals and mission.
• Track student grades, attendance, and other information accurately.
• Work with the Principal and Assistant Principal to direct teaching methods toward meeting and surpassing standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and additional voluntary benefits.
• STRS and other retirement plan options.
• Paid time off.
• Ongoing professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level