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Saludos Hispanos

Voices College-Bound Language Academies

Saludos Hispanos, Richmond, California, United States, 94875


Voices College-Bound Language Academies

OverviewEligible for $10,000 annual stipend (paid out evenly monthly) + $5,000 signingRole SummaryVoices Academies’ Education Specialist (SPED) Teacher will be an inspiring and motivating educator who can work independently. Under the supervision of the Principal and Student Services Manager, the Education Specialist is responsible for the success of students in the primary academic areas (reading, writing, language, and/or math, etc) through implementing Voices approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; modeling the necessary skills to perform assignments; providing a safe and optimal learning environment and providing feedback to students, classroom teachers, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goal, etc. The Educational Specialist will have the responsibility, in consultation with administration, to design and implement curriculum, develop school-wide instructional strategies, and administer assessments in an effort to best fit the needs of the school's target students. The SPED teacher will be responsible for managing the IEP caseload for students. To achieve our goals, the Education Specialist will implement various instructional strategies and curricula in the following environments: Core classes, Intervention classes, Small group and one-on-one student pull out.Key ResponsibilitiesTeaching:Provides educational instruction as outlined in the IEP for identified individuals with exceptional needs and monitors the implementation of the IEPProvides leadership for ensuring full compliance with legal requirements as prescribed by federal law under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Act 1997) and IDEIA (Individuals with Disabilities in Education Improvement Act, 2004) and State of California Education CodeUses the school's data analysis tools to drive instructional practices, re-teaching strategies, and interventionsResponds to student data on a weekly, quarterly, and yearly basis based on student needProvides accommodations and/or modifications to learners with disabilities for assignments and testing as determined by the IEP teamInstruct students for the purpose of improving their success in assigned basic academic subject areas of reading, writing and/or math, etc.Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment, developing behavior support plans as neededPlan learning activities appropriate to subject(s), grade level(s), abilities, and cultural background of individual studentsCreate an atmosphere through personal example and efficacious relationships with students which inspire academic achievement and an enthusiasm for learningOrganize classroom systems/procedures/routines and manage student behavior to ensure students are fully engaged in learningEstablish a culture of high expectations and college preparation for all studentsDevelop lesson plans consistent with Voices best practices & guidelines, instructional materials and provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each studentMotivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary educationChallenge and accelerate ALL students, no matter at what level they enter the classroomDevelop and evaluate independent study programsAssessing:Provides ongoing educational assessments and diagnosis of children for the purpose of identifying special learning problems and coordinates the development of individual instructional plans as appropriate for students identified with special needsEvaluates students' abilities in basic academics for the purpose of assisting other personnel in the diagnosis of learning disorders, development of remediation plans and/or student progressAdministers standardized achievement tests, interprets results to determine learners' strengths and areas of need for initial, annual and triennial assessmentsDrafts and writes professional and compliant IEP's, as well as finalize the data in SEIS (affirm all IEP'S)Establish procedures to process and place eligible students: develop screening programs in areas of academics and behavior; use data to determine eligibility for special education services; and provide research-based instruction and interventions of increasing intensity of supports to benefit all studentsCoordinates referral and assessment procedures and facilitates the coordination of IEP team meetings and the implementation of special education services (Speech, Occupational Therapy, etc.)Work cooperatively with staff and parents toward resolution of mutual concernsParticipate in daily grade-level meetings and professional developmentCollaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of lessons, units, and programsIdentify unique student needs and collaborates with other team members and outside service providers to diagnose and address learning challengesParticipates in various meetings (IEP, SST, Parent conference, In service training, Staff meetings, etc)Participating in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions, events, and tripsCollaborate with parents as educational partners and provides ability awareness as neededCoordinates special education services with regular school program for each individual with exceptional needs and monitors the implementation of the IEPProfessional Activities:Actively participate in professional development activities, including retreatsDemonstrate knowledge of, and support, Voices mission, vision, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior and teacher compactMotivate and organize parent involvement and foster strong school morale and academic achievementProvide students and their families with regular and timely information. Participate in parent conferences and provide regular progress reports as requiredIdentify student needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problemsRepresent the school and program to local and State groups as assigned maintaining a positive and professional image; interact with outside agencies as necessaryMaintain and prepare reports and records regarding student matters as directedMentor and co-plan with Associate Teacher; keeping him/her informed of weekly plans and goals and evaluating Associate TeacherKeep anecdotal records about student behavior and progress for use when generating IEPs and in conferences with parentsPrepares local, state and federal reports, or other documents as may be required for the purpose of disseminating information to appropriate partiesOther duties as assignedRequired Qualifications:CA Education Specialist Credential (Mild to Moderate) or eligible for emergency permitValid bilingual authorization (BCLAD or equivalent, BCC, ELD, or LDS, etc.)Knowledge of subject matter, including California Common Core StandardsDemonstrated passion for the mission, vision and values of Voices Academies with a deep commitment to improving the lives of students from low-income communitiesExcellent oral and written communication skills in English and SpanishOutstanding written, speaking, and organizational skills with experience interacting with a broad range of stakeholdersCommitment to accelerated educational progress of childrenExperience or commitment to public education, social justice, efficacy and equityWorks well in a high-pressure environmentPreferred Qualifications:Can work independently, have flexibility, and demonstrated success in building a dual-immersion curriculumUnderstanding of dual immersion instructional practices and school design and the unique characteristics of public charter schools is a plusHigh proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Google AppsWorking Conditions:Regular requirement to stand, sit, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, stoop, kneel and crouchLift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.Occasional evening and/or weekend workOccasional travelWillingness to be trained as neededPrior To Employment:

Once an offer has been extended, a candidate must meet the following criteria to receive a final offer:First Aid/CPR CertificationCleared criminal background checkValid TB ClearanceKey Compensation:Annual Salary Range: $60,280 - $88,803 DOEEligible for $10,000 annual stipend + $5,000 signing bonus. Bonuses and stipends are taxable, and all regular payroll taxes will be withheld.Medical benefitsExceptional growth opportunitiesEmployment:Reports directly to Principal, Student Services ManagerPosition follows 11-month calendarAt-Will AgreementVoices College-Bound Language Academies is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the policy of Voices to afford equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, citizenship status, medical condition, or any other legally protected status.Job Type: Full-timePay: $60,280.00 - $88,803.00 per yearSchedule:8 hour shiftDay shiftMonday to FridayAbility to commute/relocate:Richmond, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

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