The Teacher Position will plan, organize and implement an appropriate personalized instructional program in a learning environment that guides, supports, and encourages students to develop and fulfill their academic potential, completion of diploma requirements and post-secondary transition plan. This Position will collaborate with other Instructional Staff and school personnel. Note, this list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Essential Functions: * Develop, review and regularly update personalized academic plans based on students' transcripts, assessment data, career pathway planning (CTE), post-secondary goals, and progress towards those goals * Create and maintain an effective learning environment by modeling positive and respectful behavior, upholding and supporting high academic expectations, and maintaining positive and professional relationships with colleagues, students and parents * Meet with students at their scheduled appointment dates and times * Conduct effective student appointments; preparing for and delivering instruction, engaging students in goal-setting, monitoring of progress and preparation for completion of graduation requirements * Assign appropriate courses of study * Refer students to core subject area teachers when necessary * Establish and communicate learning objectives and content standards to be assessed * Plan, prepare for and deliver instructional activities to facilitate learning experiences * Provide a variety of learning materials and resources to support independent learning * Identify and implement instructional strategies and resources to meet students' varying needs * Engage students in academic conversations that elicit critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication * Connect instruction to real-world experiences and students' post-secondary goals * Regularly check for understanding and provide clarifying and/or enrichment information * Carefully observe, review and evaluate student homework and tests to assess and monitor progress * Grade course homework, projects, and tests * Provide students with meaningful feedback to enhance learning and improve achievement * Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students * Instruct and monitor student progress in the use of online learning materials and technology * Provide appropriate accommodations, modifications and interventions for English Learners, students with 504 Plans, and Special Education students * Model and guide students to develop strategies that foster independent learning skills such as, goal-setting, time management, and accessing/utilizing resources * Use relevant technology to support instruction * Administer diagnostic assessments according to guidelines set forth by the Organization and site * Regularly communicate necessary information to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs * Refer students to support structures; tutors, intervention programs, labs, counselors, and other "wrap around' services as appropriate * Manage student behavior in the Resource Center by enforcing rules and disciplinary systems of the Center * Prepare for and facilitate positive parent conferences * Keep updated with developments in subject area curriculum, teaching resources and methods * Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development * Monitor credit completion rates of students * Monitor student attendance * Claim and report daily attendance * Keep student work folders neat and organized * Close out student folders in accordance to Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines * Generate report cards in accordance to Organization/Charter procedures and guidelines * Document and review student notes and parent/student contacts in Contact Manager * Update all necessary records accurately and timely as required by law, Organizational policies, school regulations, and independent auditors * Collaborate with colleagues to improve teaching practices through professional learning communities, student study teams, department meetings, and student retention meetings * Participate in Professional Development opportunities as needed * Follow established policies and procedures for reporting incidents (e.g., child abuse, substance abuse, harassment, and violence). * Attend all required meetings and graduation ceremonies * Perform other duties as assigned Minimum Physical Requirements: * Ability to meet California Standards of physical and mental health * Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines. * Able to conduct verbal conversation. * Able to hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels). * Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend and walk. Sedentary work. * Able to lift, carry, push, pull objects weighing up to 15 pounds frequently, and 25 pounds occasionally. * Able to demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and other classroom equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Minimum Qualifications, Job Expectations, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Successful passing of the California Basic Skills Exam * Enrollment in a State approved teacher's preparation program and student teaching * Proficient in MS Word, Email * Thorough knowledge of California Teaching Standards * Knowledge of educational trends, research, and technology to support learning * Knowledge of research-based instructional strategies necessary for effective instruction of all student populations, including students at-risk of academic failure * Ability to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student learning needs * Ability to work effectively with students, parents, staff members, and community representatives in providing a rigorous educational program * Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, and socioeconomic groups * Ability to communicate effectively including giving clear and concise instructions, using academic language, and appropriate level of delivery, and listening without bias and providing appropriate feedback/reinforcement * Ability to compose and comprehend written communication * Ability to make independent judgements * Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accurate records * Commitment to the education of all students * Planning and organizational skills Certification Required: * Valid California Single Subject or Multiple Subject in area of specialization or intern eligible. * Bachelor's degree with major or minor in designated subject, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. 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