What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elevate Teacher Resident position at Elevate Teaching?
Elevate Teaching is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join the Elevate Teacher Residency. This innovative, one-year program is designed for aspiring educators seeking to pursue a California teaching credential while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic learning environment. Residents will work alongside an experienced mentor teacher, engage in professional learning with a cohort of peers, and contribute to creating an inclusive and engaging classroom culture committed to student success.
Responsibilities:
Contact: info@elevateteaching.org
Requirements:
Responsibilities:
- Co-teach 4-5 days a week alongside a lead teacher, including planning and implementing engaging lessons that cater to diverse learning styles.
- Work with individual, small groups and whole groups of students to provide differentiated support and create a positive learning environment.
- Collaborate with teachers and staff to assess student progress and implement interventions as needed.
- Participate in professional development to build strong instructional skills and knowledge.
- Engage with families and the community to foster strong relationships that support student success.
- Caliber Public Schools (Richmond and Vallejo)
- Education for Change Public Schools (Oakland)
- Envision Education (Oakland, Hayward and San Francisco)
- Invictus Academy (Richmond)
- Salary: $25/hour (Approx. $40,000/year)
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement
- Potential access to up to $26,000 in state and federal grants
- Up to $55,000 in federal financial aid
- Multiple Subject K-8
- Single Subject: Mathematics, Science, Social Science, ELA, Spanish
- Education Specialist (Mild/Moderate)
- $17,500 for General Education
- $23,000 for Special Education (Tuition rates for the 2025-26 academic year set by March 2025)
Contact: info@elevateteaching.org
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree by May 2025
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (lower GPA considered with exemption letter)
- Basic Skills Requirement met via CBEST, SAT/ACT scores, or relevant coursework
- Authorization to work in the U.S.
- TB clearance and fingerprint clearance
- COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption
- A minimum of 1 year of experience in a classroom setting or educational program.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with educators and students.
- Openness to feedback and desire to learn and grow.
- Professionalism.
- Commitment to working in a school serving students from historically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Salary : $40,000