Design Teacher at Orangewood Foundation – Santa Ana, California

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Samueli Academy is a non-profit 7-12 public charter school in Santa Ana, CA. Our mission is to ignite the passion within all students to reach their greatest potential through a nurturing and innovative learning environment. Samueli Academy offers youth an innovative and student-centered choice for their education.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Design Teacher

Employment Classification: Full-time, Salary, Exempt, Certificated (11 months)

Reports to: Assistant Head of School

Position Summary: The Design teacher plays a critical role in supporting student achievement by facilitating high quality learning opportunities for students in the Design Pathway. Instruction features a 1:1 Chromebook program and a classroom-based MacBook lab, and is centered on Project-Based Learning, a collaborative, respectful culture, and an emphasis on 21st century skills. Samueli Academy teachers must have the ability to raise student achievement for a wide range of learners. This teacher will collaborate with other teachers, community partners, and caregivers, integrating curricula whenever possible to create transformative learning experiences.

Major Areas of Responsibility:

• Using advanced technology skills in the classroom, this teacher’s instructional practices should focus on raising achievement for a wide range of learners.
• Must be a creative, collaborative, flexible teacher willing to innovate and implement Problem or Project-Based Learning.
• Have a willingness to explore team-teaching with other teachers, to collaborate with higher education faculty, and to commit to working on collaborative teams.
• Have a thorough understanding and development of formative and summative assessment practices.
• All teachers at Samueli Academy will advise students in intra-class relations and in personal learning plan development through a weekly advisory program
• Work closely with industry partners to guide instruction, mentor and provide meaningful feedback to student.
• Additional duties as assigned by direct supervisor.

Knowledge, Skill, and Experience Requirements:

• Must hold a CTE Credential (or certification if teaching a specialized subject) authorizing teaching in assigned classroom/subject matter and the equivalent of CLAD Certification.
• Project-based learning experience preferred.
• Experience in product design/development (User Interface, User Experience, prototyping/CAD, product collateral) preferred
• Working knowledge of graphics design/software tools such as Photoshop, website design, video editing, general computer programming preferred
• Ability to teach and assess your content via Samueli Academy’s School-Wide Learning Outcomes: Oral Communication, Written Communication, Agency and Collaboration.
• Experience in engaging students in hands-on learning while maintaining academic rigor.
• Ability to teach diverse learners and well-versed in instructional strategies for serving a wide range of students.
• Experienced in integrating technology into teaching and can support student learning using technology.
• Collaborative, skilled in interdisciplinary planning, and able to work well with a wide range of constituents (colleagues, parents, students, community members, etc.).
• Must have knowledge of the curriculum appropriate to the grade level/position, knowledge of instructional skills, classroom management skills, communication skills, and job responsibility.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Position requires DMV clearance.
• Pre-employment screenings include criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and previous employment verification.

In accordance with California Education Code Section 44939.5, as amended by AB 2534, all applicants for certificated positions must provide a complete and accurate record of all employment with Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), school districts, or other educational institutions.

As part of the hiring process, Samueli Academy will verify employment history. This may include obtaining information from previous employers regarding credible allegations, investigations, or disciplinary actions related to egregious misconduct, as defined by Education Code Section 44932.

Essential Qualities:

• Understanding of and passion for the Samueli Academy’s mission, vision, values.
• Possess the belief that all students, regardless of their economic or social demographics, deserve a quality education.
• Must have a heart for students that transcends the classroom.
• Committed to creating a loving, supportive, and equitable community of learning.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain flexible, innovative and adaptive to change.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to remain flexible, innovative and adaptive to change.

Benefits: Eligible employees will be enrolled in the California State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Primarily a classroom environment. Position may require use of personal vehicle. Physical requirements include standing, sitting, typing, bending and lifting up to approximately 50 lbs. (i.e. tables, chairs, food, water, etc.)
• Modification to work schedule may be made based on needs of the Academy.

A completed application will include:

• A cover letter addressing your experience coaching adults, leading professional development to increase outcomes for students and teaching using Project/Problem Based Learning, and assessing your content via our School-Wide Learning Outcomes: Written Communication, Oral Communication, and Collaboration.
• A resume which clearly describes your education and employment background, including dates of employment at each organization.
• Two current letters of recommendation.
• Copy of Clear or Preliminary Single Subject Credential or appropriate Certificate.
• Copy of English Learner Authorization (CLAD or equivalent).
• Copy of BA degree and Transcripts.

Samueli Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and protective hair styles such as braids, locks, and twists), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity (including individuals who are transgender and/or transitioning), gender expression, age, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military and veteran status, or any other protected group, in accordance with all applicable federal or State laws.