PE Teacher (.8-1.0 FTE) at Amethod Public Schools (AMPS)

Oakland, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Aug, 26

Salary

96500.0

Posted On

12 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Classroom Management, Instructional Delivery, Data Analysis, Student Assessment, Curriculum Planning, Character Development, Student Supervision, Engagement Strategies, Academic Rigor, Organization

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description Amethod Public Schools (AMPS) is mission and values driven organization. Our mission is to provide a rigorous college preparatory education and character development program that will prepare students from underserved communities to succeed in college and beyond. Our day to day work is embodied with a set of core values: Students First, Be Adaptable, Perseverance, Take Responsibility, and Commitment to Distinction. We are looking for team members who exude these values and a passion for our mission. POSITION SUMMARY We recognize that the number one factor impacting student achievement is quality, presence, and effectiveness of every teacher within the classroom. We find it crucial to recruit, develop, support and retain great educators as the key to the success of our students and the network as a whole. By providing our teachers with individualized professional development and training, ongoing support as they develop their teaching skills and creating career advancement opportunities through our innovative Career Path System, we aim to foster professional growth and a commitment to education. Requirements ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Student Achievement & Character Development Set and hold students to extremely high academic and behavioral standards Relentlessly demonstrate and embody the schools core values and ensure that students are challenged Believe in measurable student academic growth to increase individual student's achievement Core Instructional Excellence Assess every student's mastery of the content and diagnose areas of student misunderstanding Demonstrate strong content knowledge Prepare questions, model responses and practice effective instructional delivery Lead students through guided and independent practice and regularly check for understanding Ensure academic rigor by asking increasingly difficult questions, accepting only high quality student responses and posting examples of high quality work Use engagement strategies (e.g., rapid fire questioning, choral responses, tracking, non-verbal responses, etc) Meet needs of range of students, providing extra support, or variation of work Classroom Culture Implement effective classroom management Create positive, engaging , achievement-oriented and structured learning environment where students are excited about and invested in their academics; Set and reinforce clear expectations and routines that are aligned with the school's overall vision Discuss, teach, and reinforce character skills. Planning and Data Analysis Set measurable, ambitious yet attainable goals for the year and for each interim assessment cycle Use data from interim assessments, quizzes and informal assessments to inform and guide instruction Understands and knows standards and how standards are assessed Objectives based lessons; develop and implement specific strategies to ensure that each student achieves gains Student Supervision, Safety and Well-being Be responsible for creating and maintaining a safe and productive learning environment for all students At all times, act in a manner in alignment with AMPS Core Values and any individual site norms to promote respect and professionalism among students and colleagues Be proactive in addressing issues to student safety and well-being (e.g., bullying, etc.) QUALIFICATIONS Required knowledge and skills: Strong classroom management and presence Demonstrated mastery of subject matter Unyielding commitment to students, self and school's constant learning and development Relentlessness - doing what it takes to ensure success Team player for the school yet competitive for the class Highly organized Belief in Amethod's mission, educational model, PATH , and Core Values Strong work ethic, no excuse, and go getter attitude. Educational Background and Work Experience: Two years of teaching experience with a record of high student achievement (preferred but not absolutely necessary) Bachelor’s degree from a competitive college or university Experience working with youth Willingness to seek certification if not already certified Compensation The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $96,500. Salary is commensurate with experience, education, and expertise. A competitive benefits package is also offered. This is a full-time, exempt, 100% in-person position.

Responsibilities

The PE Teacher is responsible for delivering rigorous instruction and maintaining high academic and behavioral standards for students. Key duties include implementing effective classroom management, using data to guide instruction, and ensuring a safe learning environment.