CWC Substitute Teachers are driven and innovative educators who are energized by a unique charter school environment and have a deep commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. They implement a high-quality, rigorous, and engaging academic program and have a passion for pedagogical practices grounded in constructivism, project-based learning, and the multiple intelligences theory. CWC fosters a creative and collaborative environment in which teachers grow as educators through ongoing coaching, observation, and feedback cycles while providing an excellent education to their students.
Key Responsibilities:
Development and refinement of curriculum maps, lessons, and units of study that meet or exceed the requirements of Common Core Standards and also incorporate the multiple intelligences
Ongoing assessment of student progress and achievement using a variety of means to collect and report on academic data
Use of data to tailor instruction to meet individual student academic and social needs with a goal of every student performing on grade level or above in all subject areas
Creation of a strong classroom culture that is developed through CWC’s social emotional learning focus, and contributes to the broader school community
Participation in professional development activities, both internal (led by the principal, lead teachers and visiting experts) and external (visiting other schools, attending conferences, and engaging in best practice sharing with others in the charter school community, etc.)
Maintenance of frequent communication and engagement with colleagues, students’ families, and other school stakeholders
Participation as an active member of the community to provide stewardship of the school and adherence to its mission and guiding principles
Maintenance of a high level of professionalism including meeting deadlines, and commitments to self, students, and the community
Collaboration with and mentoring of a Teaching Associate
Collaboration with a grade level team and special education/resource (RSP) teacher to design and implement curriculum and assess student growth in meaningful and rigorous ways
Required:
Valid California Teaching Credential or Emergency 30-Day Substitute Permit
Minimum of two years experience working in schoolsin a socio-economically, racially, and culturally diverse classroom setting;
Effectively manage and instruct both small and large groups of students;
Cultivate a joyful and caring classroom with children in a caring and respectful manner where instructional time includes community building, conflict resolution, skill-building, and empowering students to be peacemakers and agents for positive social change
Effective communication skills
Unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Preferred:
We Welcome Your Application
At CWC LA, we know that no candidate perfectly meets every qualification listed. We encourage you to apply if this role excites you. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are committed to building a team that reflects the students and communities we serve.
