LA Promise Fund
Location
South Gate, California
Salary
$60,000 / YEAR
The Resource Specialist Teacher is responsible for developing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) and evaluating exceptional learners to identify their unique needs, collaborating with staff and parents to ensure appropriate service delivery. This role involves serving as a specialist in core academic areas through an inclusion model, collaborating with general education teachers on assessment and intervention strategies.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid California Education Specialist teaching credential for Mild, Moderate/Extensive Support, along with demonstrated success working with educationally underserved students. Required abilities include administering Woodcock Johnson assessments, strong organizational skills, exceptional relationship building, and a commitment to the school's mission and values.
The Resource Specialist Teacher will develop individual educational plans (IEPs) for the purpose of meeting the individual needs of exceptional learners. Evaluating learners for the purpose of identifying their unique needs will involve consulting/collaborating with staff, parents, and outside partners for the purpose of ensuring appropriate delivery of services and adherence to due process.
and Duties Under the supervision of the Principal, the ideal candidate will drive student outcomes: Promote an inclusive learning environment that builds tolerance and respect for different cultures and viewpoints Use data-driven techniques to set realistic and aspirational goals for learners Demonstrate content knowledge of the California Common Core Standards Differentiate instruction and provide necessary accommodations and modifications for the growth and success of all learners Facilitate effective group collaboration Provide timely feedback to students based on formative and summative assessment data Facilitate a classroom culture that fosters independent thinking and the ability to express original ideas and engage in civil discourse Hold weekly office hours after school tutoring sessions Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student progress Build positive and trusting relationships with students, families, and community members
Communicate expectations for learners through clear and consistent methods Uphold school-wide policies and systems for learning Create a positive and respectful learning environment Communicate the importance of college success and the belief that students will succeed Develop connectedness through Promise Time/Advisory curriculum Engage in the school community through responsibilities outside of content area instruction Collaborate with school leaders and teachers to address and resolve student issue Contribute to the school community through meaningful engagement in weekly professional learning, team collaboration, and student activities Providing a model of inclusion through co-teaching with general education teachers
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the CA Common Core Standards and Assessment, including alternative assessments for SWD Execute high impact, evidence-based instructional strategies and scaffolds to meet the individual needs of learners Monitor student growth and progress towards mastery of the standards through a continuous cycle of assessment, analysis and planning Provide comprehensive daily and unit plans grounded in content standards and learning theory through a co-teaching model Fulfill duties outside of primary teaching responsibility as assigned Implement the adopted core curriculum and support school-wide instructional initiatives with accommodations for SWD Special projects and duties outside of primary teaching responsibility as assigned
Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree required; advance degree in subject area preferred Possession of a valid internship, preliminary, or clear California Education Specialist teaching credential in Mild, Moderate/Extensive Support Demonstrated success working with students from educationally underserved areas
Trained in administering Woodcock Johnson assessments Strong organizational skills with the ability to create and maintain accurate records Ability to co-plan and co-teach with peers Exceptional relationship building skills and the ability to communicate clearly to multiple stakeholders A strong belief that all students can succeed A do-whatever-it takes attitude including a willingness to work occasionally on the weekend or in the evening Passionate about improving public education to help all children reach their dreams An exceptional ability to respond well to feedback and implement it immediately A strong ethical base and self-awareness Bilingual Spanish preferred Commitment to LA Promise Fund mission and Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, Professionalism, Excellence, Diversity and Fairness Must clear a LiveScan criminal background check Must clear a TB Risk Assessment Must complete Mandated Reporter training COVID-19 Vaccination (recommended)
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Market context
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Salary benchmark
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