We are seeking extraordinary educators committed to closing the opportunity gap, serving a diverse student population, and collaborating deeply with all members of our school community. Additionally, we are seeking teachers who are excited about helping to build a school from the ground up, who take initiative and leadership roles, and who see challenges as opportunities for growth.

For the 2015-2016 school year we are hiring two kindergarten teachers and two first grade teachers.

What is The Academy? The Academy of Alameda Elementary School is a new charter school, opening with kindergarten and first grade in August, 2015. We will add a grade each year until we are a K-5 school, at which point we will merge with The Academy’s existing middle school (currently in its fourth year) to be a fully integrated K-8 program.

What Makes AoA Different? We believe in efficacy. At the core of our academic culture is the idea that all students are capable of doing well in any discipline. At The Academy, all students will learn. We support and develop the effectiveness of our teachers. We believe that teachers need time to collaborate to build their practice, so we provide them daily planning time, as well as additional days for curriculum development and training during the school year. We partner with families. Families are integral to the successful education of their children. We build positive, collaborative relationships with them by conducting annual home visits and by fostering their ongoing support.

All Faculty and Staff at AoA:

Love and nurture all of our students as they become deeply caring and responsible individuals;
Take personal responsibility and work collaboratively to ensure that all students achieve and grow, understanding that the performance and progress of our students is directly under our control;
Hold themselves to the highest standards;
Push and support themselves, their students, and their colleagues;
Are committed to unending self-reflection, growth, and improvement, and actively seek feedback.

Responsibilities: Curriculum and Planning

Collaborate with colleagues in developing purposeful, rigorous, and engaging daily and long-term plans aligned to standards and in regularly revising these materials
Create, administer, and analyze meaningful and frequent assessments from which re-teaching is planned

In the Classroom

Maintain a productive, safe, and disciplined learning environment
Uphold all school policies within the classroom
Infuse AoA values, rigor, and joy in lessons
Integrate feedback and goal-setting into lesson delivery
Provide the differentiation and accommodations needed for the growth and success of all students
Model strong written and verbal skills
Go above and beyond to ensure that all students are meeting appropriate standards
Review and comply with guidelines of students’ IEPs

Communication and Collaboration

Fully embrace AoAs mission and values and promote them to students, families, and colleagues
Collaborate as part of a grade-level team that coordinates instructional activities with instructional support staff, coaches, administrators, and other teachers
Proactively seek assistance or advice when faced with challenging teaching situations
Maintain positive relationships with and support the learning of all staff members
Appropriately give and receive feedback to/from students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration
Keep parents well-informed of student performance and progress

Professionalism and Work Day Expectations

Fully participate in all school and grade-level meetings, designated school functions outside of school hours, and opportunities for individual and school-wide professional development

How to apply

Qualifications: Skills and Characteristics

Deep belief in AoA’s mission, vision, and values
Unwavering commitment to the high academic achievement of all students
Flexibility, exemplary written and verbal communication, and outstanding critical thinking skills
Willingness to give and receive feedback to facilitate the growth of both students and faculty
Unwavering humility, perseverance, and kindness

Educational Background and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
California Multiple Subject teaching credential
Experience with and interest in working with high needs students

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation is competitive and based on experience.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package and participate in California State Teachers Retirement System.

Application Documents:

Resume
Cover letter that details your interest in working at a start up school
Two letters of recommendation
Copy of Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

Send all application materials to Nora Bullock, School Director at nbullock@aoaschools.org.