FY 25/26 6TH GRADE MATH/SCIENCE TEACHER

JOB TITLE: Middle School 6th Grade Mathematics & Science Teacher

STATUS: Full Time (Exempt)

CAMPUS: MIT

REPORTS TO: Site Director/Curriculum Coordinator

VAUGHN HISTORY and MISSION

Vaughn Next Century Learning Center (Vaughn), located in Pacoima, is a large urban public school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Since the early 1970s, low student achievement had been a pattern. In 1993, tired of being helpless and hopeless, Vaughn became the first conversion charter school in the nation and was authorized by LAUSD. The charter was renewed most recently in 2018. Vaughn has over 25 years of experience as a successful independent charter school serving the districts low-income students. This previously failing elementary public school is now a full-service, community-based, K-12th charter school that assures all students are college/career ready, digitally literate, and globally competent. Vaughn operates five contiguous campuses under one charter.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of the Administrator/Coordinator, the responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Delivers effective classroom instruction in elective subject area
• Provides effective classroom instruction with a focus on the incorporation of the Common Core State Standards, research, argumentation, and inquiry appropriate to the subject matter
• Collaborates with peers and support staff
• Develops authentic, project-based learning experiences and performance tasks
• Utilizes different instructional strategies based on student needs
• Develops and utilizes various assessments to guide student instruction
• Maintains a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environment
• Has a working knowledge of basic computer applications, interactive boards and technology available in the classroom
• Submit weekly lesson plans
• Participates in department and grade level meetings
• Participates in staff development
• Participates in Governing Committees
• Participates in School Advisory Program
• Participates in SSPTs, 504s and IEP meetings
• Communicates with support staff, administrators, team teachers and parents about student progress
• Completes and updates paperwork to ensure that student records are current
• Works beyond the parameters of a regular school day to assure the success of the program
• Desires to work closely with students, colleagues and community in modeling and teaching the values of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center
• Must complete all mandated trainings before beginning employment, and renew yearly.

SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Possess a work ethic and personal belief system that aligns with the mission and vision of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center
• Team player with a demonstrated ability to initiate and maintain effective and cooperative professional relationships.
• Strong organizational skills; a self-starter who can prioritize and multi-task
• Excellent verbal/written communication, organization, and time management skills
• Extremely high standards for student achievement
• Demonstrated relentlessness to meet organizational goals
• Self-directed with the ability to work both autonomously and in teams
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office365 applications, Google Classroom, Google Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel and online data input software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Constantly operate a computer and other office equipment involving repetitive arm and hand movement
• Lift up to 15 lbs

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a valid California Multiple Subject teaching credential with authorization in the elective subject
• Preference for candidates that have a degree in fields related to Math and/or Science
• Supplemental authorization in Math or Science preferred (can be working towards it)
• BCLAD, CLAD, or EL authorization
• Meet no child left behind
• Experience with Project Based Learning preferred

SALARY/BENEFITS

• $67,704.00 - $115,828.51
• 184 days of work per year
• 10 Sick Days per year (accrued on a per payroll basis)
• Eligible for competitive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 100% employer covered life insurance
• 100% employer covered long-term disability insurance
• Access to Vaughn Perks, an employee benefits hub with access to discounts and services
• CalSTRS contribution for CalSTRS-eligible positions

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Upon receiving an offer of employment:

• Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan) with the Department of Justice (DOJ)
• Must provide a Tuberculosis skin test (Mantoux) clearance within 60 days of employment
• Will be assigned mandated state training to be completed prior to the first day of employment

Vaughn Next Century Learning Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law. Equal opportunity shall be provided to all employees and applicants in every aspect of personnel policy and practice. Vaughn does not discriminate against persons with disabilities who, with reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the job in question.