Dance Teacher

Job DetailsJob LocationPUC Community Charter Early College High School - Sylmar, CASecondary Job Location(s)PUC Community Charter Middle School - Sylmar, CAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelBachelor's DegreeSalary Range$65000.00 - $115669.00 Salary / yearJob Shift10 MonthJob CategoryCertificated - TeachersDescriptionOrganization OverviewPartnerships to Uplift Communities (PUC) Schools is comprised of a non-profit network of public charter schools designed to significantly increase high school graduation rates, college entrance, and college graduation rates for underserved students in North-East Los Angeles, and the North-East San Fernando Valley.Our mission at PUC Schools is to develop and manage high-quality charter schools in densely populated urban communities with overcrowded and low-achieving schools. We create school programs and cultures that promote college graduation for all students. We uplift and revitalize communities through the success of our students and through inspiring them to uplift our communities now and forever and through the development of educational and other supportive partnerships.The Team Member we are searching forThe ideal Teacher believes in and is passionate about the mission and commitments of PUC Schools and exhibits this through their leadership, reflection, execution of school culture, and collaboration to ensure student success.What you will need to accomplish : Foster a safe and nurturing learning environment Build professional knowledge Organize classroom systems / procedures and manage student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning Develop and maintain IATs (lesson plans) Establish environment where students are excited about learning and preparing for college Develop lesson plans according to the California state standards Prepare lesson plans for substitute teacherBuild strong relationships with students and parents Communicate with parents / guardians on a weekly basis Identify the student's areas for improvement and work with the student, family, and internal resources to suggest options for improvement Provide continual assessment of student progress, maintain student records and portfolios, and complete assigned paperwork in provided time frames Conduct both student and teacher-lead parent conferences Collaborate with the Inclusion Specialist to meet the needs of all students Attend and participate in Academic Success Team, Parent / Teacher Advisory Council, and other school-based meetings and activities Perform disseminated leadership duties Attend and implement professional development training throughout and beyond the school year Demonstrate support and knowledge of the school's goals and mission Detail-oriented when tracking students' grades, attendance, etc.Work with the Principal and Assistant Principal to ensure teaching methods are directed towards meeting and surpassing the standards Attend and participate in school-based meetings and activities Perform other duties as assignedQualificationsWhat do we require from you?Minimum QualificationsEducation : Possession of a valid Preliminary or Clear Single Subject or Multiple Subject Credential ORUniversity Internship Credential eligible (Intern eligibility letter required) ORQualification for a permit if the applicant does not possess a credential is required. PUC Schools can further advise on qualifications after an application has been submittedExperience : Solid knowledge of the subject matter, including California State Standards and subject-specific frameworks and assessmentsSkills and AbilitiesKnowledge of diversity in society, including diverse abilities, culture, language, ethnicity, and gender orientationProficient with Microsoft Suite : Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OutlookExcellent communication skills (verbal and written)Able to analyze qualitative and quantitative student dataAlignment with core characteristics required of every PUC employee : pursuit of excellence, innovation, community, tenacity, and authenticityMust be flexible and team-orientedAble to multi-task in a fast-paced environmentBilingual in Spanish preferredStrong work ethic, accountability, and ownership of workRegular attendance, dependability, and punctuality in conformance with the standards are essential to the successful performance of this positionThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Occasionally required to kneel, climb, and reach with hands and arms above shoulder level, lift up to 30 pounds. To bend, sit, stand, squat, stoop, walk, push, pull, and reach with hands and arms at shoulder level or below. Always required to wear the appropriate safety equipment for the task, which may include gloves, goggles, aprons, belts, etc.Compensation & Benefits : This is a full-time exempt, salaried positionOur benefits include : Comprehensive group health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision and additional voluntary benefitsSTRS and other Retirement Plan OptionsPaid Time OffOngoing Professional DevelopmentDISCLAIMER : This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of an incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of an incumbent. An incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Institution and its employees.PUC Schools is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.