Independent Studies Program Teacher

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JOB DESCRIPTION
Independent Studies Program (ISP) Teacher

Job Purpose:
To plan, organize, and implement a high-quality instructional program in a secondary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.
The Independent Studies Program (ISP) Teacher leads our program for students who require a more flexible schedule for their learning day. The ISP Teacher supports a variety of content areas as you support students to earn High School graduation credits.
Education-Based Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; and
• California Single Subject Teaching Credential in designated content area; and
• Minimum of 1 years of experience in teaching; and
• CPR Certification

Knowledge, Skills, Ability: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Teachers must have the ability to
• provide high quality instruction in an individual, and small-group setting
• establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, families, administrators, general educators, educational specialists, and support staff.
• communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the school culture and focus.
• implement relevant technology within the classroom curriculum and setting.
• Demonstrate knowledge of subject matter/course content and resources relevant to assignment
• meet professional teacher education requirements of school/district and state.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining instructional programs and services.
• Instruct students in blended learning environments using the Gradual Release of Responsibility framework and evidence-based instruction strategies.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver high-quality instruction in an individual, and small group setting.
• Monitor students’ academic progress and provide appropriate feedback on work.
• Implement accommodations and modifications in collaboration with the educational specialist and support staff.
• Conduct formative and summative assessments of students.
• Design and administer competency-based assessments that are consistent with department and school procedures.
• Implement competency-based grading system consistent with HSHMC policies and agreements.
• Collaborate with administrators, general educators, educational specialists, and support staff.
• Engage in data focused conversations based on research-based best practices in an effort to improve teaching and learning.
• Attend and provide input in IEP and planning meetings.
• Utilize instructional technologies in a blended learning format to facilitate student achievement.
• Communicate with families and parents to discuss academic progress when there are concerns and celebrations.
• Establish and implement classroom norms and classroom management strategies that align with the school culture.
• Design class structure, including curriculum, classroom management policies, physical design, and selection of print and digital materials.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' attendance, progress, and development.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
• Maintain a coaching relationship with assigned academic coach.
• Provide supervision of students during lunch and passing periods.
• Attend restorative conferences as needed.
Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional learning activities.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions (Physical Requirements and Environment):
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move items.

Pay:
Pay range $65000-$76000. Salary is determined based on experience and education. 186 day contract.