Transitional Kindergarten/Kindergarten Teacher

Equitas Academy Charter Schools; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional development

Weekly training and team building

Opportunities for leadership roles

Job summary

A charter school organization in Los Angeles is seeking committed teachers to lead high-quality instruction in various subjects. The role emphasizes collaboration with families, professional growth through coaching and feedback, and active participation in a supportive school community. Ideal candidates will demonstrate culturally responsive teaching practices and a commitment to equity in education. Opportunities for leadership and professional development are provided in alignment with the school's mission.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading rigorous instruction across various subjects.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with families effectively.
• Competence in implementing culturally responsive and restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead instruction in math, reading, writing, science, and social studies.
• Prepare instructional materials aligned with the curriculum.
• Participate actively in professional development and meetings.
• Maintain high expectations for academics and behavior.
• Foster a warm, demanding classroom environment.
• Apply restorative practices to build community.
• Attend weekly professional development and coaching sessions.
• Support school events such as Community Meeting and IEP/504 meetings.

Skills

Classroom instruction

Family communication

Culturally responsive teaching

Behavior management

Job description

The mission of Equitas Academy Charter Schools is prepare students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspires them to be champions of equity. We currently serve over 2,000 students and operate six schools in the Pico-Union neighborhood of Los Angeles.

A Day in Your Life as an Equitas Teacher:

• Lead rigorous instruction in all contents in your classroom including math, reading, phonics, writing, science, social studies, and morning meeting.
• Deliver instructional materials that you have prepared based on our rigorous and aligned curriculum.
• Communicate and collaborate with families regarding the behavior and academic progress of their student.
• Maintain high academic and behavioral expectations for students.
• Demonstrate a warm demander style with scholars in the classroom and school community.
• Approach class community building and repair with culturally responsive and restorative practices.
• Start your day by 7:15am with a school team huddle and end at 3:pm after scholar dismissal.
• Daily prep time and a duty-free lunch period.
• Regular 03 (one-on-one meeting and feedback session) with your coach or supervisor.
• Supervise and facilitate portions of Community Meeting (our school assembly) weekly on Friday.
• Attend IEP, SST, and 504 meetings as scheduled.
• Active participation in weekly professional development aimed at refining both school culture and academics.
• Perform other duties to support our students and school community.

What Equitas Can Offer You:

• A strong organizational culture, focused on our mission of preparing all scholars for college, careers, and life pursuits.
• A community that is committed to building and sustaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable organization.
• A school grounded in the Pico-Union neighborhood with a strong commitment to community and family engagement.
• Consistent, relevant, and individualized coaching and feedback based on in-class observations.
• The opportunity to grow as a professional and take on leadership opportunities such as Grade Level Lead, English Learning (EL) Teacher Leader, and Induction Mentor.
• Supportive professional development including paid professional development, training, and team building in the summer, and weekly professional development throughout the school year.
• Diverse, collaborative, supportive, and reflective teams that work together to deliver high quality instruction for our scholars.
• Leadership teams that are supportive, reflective and seek out teacher voice and feedback.
• A positive, joyful, and collaborative social environment that leads to long-lasting relationships.
• A clean, organized environment that maximizes time to focus on instructional practice and student learning.
• Consistent behavior management systems and a structured classroom environment.
• A rigorous and aligned curriculum with a variety of resources.

What Your'll Need: