This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.

CalWest’s client school in the Greater Los Angeles Area is seeking an English Language Arts Teacher for a December 1, 2023 start date

CalWest Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
Requisite skills commensurate with the position
A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
Authorization to live and work in the United States

Client School Preferred Qualifications

At least 3-5 years teaching ELA in a public middle school setting is desirable
Experience with the reading and writing workshop curriculum and model is highly desirable
Experience utilizing a constructivist, project-based approach preferred
Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds and abilities, including English learners and students with disabilities
Experience with backward planning preferred
Commitment to high expectations and the ongoing use of assessments to drive differentiated instruction and support
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self-starter with a strong drive to achieve
Spanish fluency is highly desirable
Ability to effectively give, receive, and implement constructive feedback toward continuous improvement
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
Valid California teaching credential. The appropriate credential for this role is a single-subject English credential with an EL authorization
School employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19

Create a structured, positive classroom culture that is conducive to learning and promotes a sense of belonging for all students
Develop and refine curriculum maps, culminating projects, rubrics, units, and lessons that meet the requirements of the common core standards.
Lead or co-lead ELA department team meetings and professional development
Establish positive, caring relationships with students and school stakeholders
Design and deliver classroom instruction that is standards-based, purposeful, promotes critical thinking and student ownership, and embeds support for learners at different levels and frequent checks for understanding
Gather and use data to tailor instruction to meet individual student’s academic and social needs with the goal of grade level performance
Participate in professional learning activities, including curriculum refinement protocols, grade level meetings, department meetings, and regular 1:1 coaching.