Job Description:

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.CalWest's client school in the Greater Los Angeles area is seeking a 2nd Grade Teacher to begin in August 2024.QualificationsA four-year degree from a college or university.A Valid teaching credential, Masters Degree andor previous elementary school teaching experienceMaintains a passionate, student-centered, developmental approach to teachingIs well-organized and maintains up to date lesson plans, scope and sequence, and curriculum mapsDemonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction and address the needs of all student learnersActively implements Responsive Classroom methodologies and strategiesEngages in meaningful and productive collaboration with administration, colleagues, and parentsDisplays excellent communication skills with a commitment to keeping parents informed as partners in their child's learningIs motivated to take risks and seek leadership opportunitiesExhibits interest in professional growth opportunities with a strong commitment to ongoing educationMotivated to improving the school as a whole, sharing best practicesAdept at utilizing technology as an added instructional tool including: navigating Google applications, working with iPads, and upholding classroom management of various educational applicationsIs self-reflective and committed to improving one's practice, embracing feedback from colleagues, administrators, and studentsResponsibilitiesDesigning and implementing project-based, multidisciplinary instructional units aligned across all academic domainsIncorporating SEL curriculum and practice within the academic programDeveloping dynamic, engaging, learning opportunities that interconnect school subjects, including English, Judaics, Math, Science, Technology, and HistoryCollaborating with grade-level colleagues to plan, integrate, and enhance instruction in all curricular areasCollaborating regularly with Grade 1 and Grade 3 teachers to ensure alignment of curricular goals and skillsAttending all professional development days arrangedcalendared by the School,Attending and actively participating in all Orientation daysParticipating in special school events including, but not limited to, Open House, Back to School Night, grade level trips, and special student performances. Attendance at all other communityschool events is encouragedBeing visibly and actively present and on time for all other assigned duties on campus