Founding 5th Grade Technology Teacher for 2017-18 School Year

Founding 5th Grade Technology Teacher for School YearEquitas Academy Charter School #4 - Los Angeles, CA 90015Description Founding 5th Grade Computer Technology Equitas Academy #4, Middle School Start Date; August 2017 About Us Equitas Academy Charter School was founded in 2009. We are a network of free public schools for families who believe their children deserve a high-quality education and challenging school experience. Our school model offers credentialed, passionate, and dedicated teachers and staff who are experts in their field. We currently serve over 1,000 students in Kinder-8th grade in two elementary schools and one middle school and will open up our second middle school in August of 2017. Equitas Academy is based in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. We value: High Expectations .

Structured and disciplined classrooms, school-wide behavioral code of conduct, and school uniforms College Readiness. Extended school day and year, enrichment activities, and preparation to enter top-performing middle, high schools, and, ultimately, college A Family Partnership. Ongoing communication with parents about academic and behavioral progress, at-home visits by staff, and family workshops A Safe & Supportive School Community. We help our children make positive choices through our school values of curiosity, optimism, gratitude, grit, self-control, social intelligence, and zest. Our Mission & Success To provide a structured, achievement-based community that prepares students (scholars) to graduate from college-preparatory high schools, four-year colleges, and universities. Our school has been recognized as a California Distinguished School and Gold Ribbon School by the California Department of Education because of our commitment to data driven instruction to provide a rigorous and equitable education for all students.

What Makes Our Teachers Equi-tastic? A willingness to work collaboratively with adults to deliver on our missionAn ability to build strong relationships with scholars, staff, and familiesThey thrive on reflective feedback with weekly coaching and observationsDemonstrated perseverance in the face of adversityThey don't give up on scholars and they maintain high expectationsWarm/Strict management with our scholarsA belief that every adult is accountable for every scholars successDemonstrated leadership through creative problem solving and initiativeBelieves in educating families about advocating for their childs' success What Equitas Academy Can Offer You! Consistent behavior management systems and a structured classroom environmentSchool-wide student culture and alignmentConsistent and individualized coaching for teachersOpportunities for improving our instructional and cultural modelCompetitive compensation, performance-based increases, and a strong benefits packageA focus on transparency and communicationA supportive, likeminded, and joyful professional communityFour weeks of Professional Development in the Summer and continuous weekly and differentiated PD throughout the school yearStrong commitment to our Core Values for Professionals and for ScholarsMonthly employee recognition and celebration through our Equitastic and Core Value awards Join us at Equitas Apply today! Please click "Apply for Job" below to complete an application. You will have the opportunity to upload your resume and cover letter. Commitment to Diversity Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.Qualifications You've got what it takes if you have... A Bachelor's degreeA minimum of 3 years urban teaching experience, preferably teaching Technology or Computer ScienceA strong belief that all students can succeedDemonstrated success working with students in traditionally underserved communitiesBilingual English/Spanish (preferred but not required)