202223 MIDDLE/UPPER SCHOOL ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR

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**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is a college preparatory, coeducational day school located on two campuses in Santa Barbara, California. Grades EK-4 are located on a quaint campus in Montecito, while Grades 5-12 are located on Laguna’s historic campus in idyllic Hope Ranch. Laguna Blanca emphasizes its core values of scholarship, character, balance, and community in its programs. Laguna offers a robust benefits package, generous professional development opportunities, and tuition remission, among many other benefits. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teach five sections of middle and upper school English  Collaborate with colleagues to continue to develop and refine the School’s curriculum Serve as a member of the English Department, attending departmental meetings, developing and updating course curricula, and supporting the work of the department Serve as a member of the applicable grade-level team(s) of teachers meeting on a regular basis to plan, develop, and coordinate student support in alignment with the mission of the school Serve as a Middle School or Upper School advisor, overseeing the academic and social growth of their advisees Perform other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Head of School and the Middle School and Upper School division heads Communicate progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or Head of School Discuss academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise Maintain required documentation for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records Monitor study halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff Perform related tasks such as sponsoring student activities or organizations  REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES Experience with project-based learning and interdisciplinary curriculum design Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting Familiarity with mastery, competency, and/or skills-based assessment Experience with differentiation & scaffolding Familiarity with posting resources, feedback, and assignments to LMS in a timely manner Experience providing frequent, constructive, objective, and prompt feedback to students Significant experience with collegial collaboration, a growth mindset, and ongoing PD Excellent verbal and written communication skills Creative analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and guide the class environment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite for Education, or related software  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree; Master’s Degree highly preferred Prior teaching experience highly preferred in middle and/or high school Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency TEACHERS AT LAGUNA Encourage a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice Exhibit knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles Communicate effectively with students and families about classroom activities and student progress Demonstrate content knowledge Set high academic achievement expectations Identify and support students’ social, emotional, and behavior learning needs Implement project- based learning techniques and strategies Facilitate and design effective group work Provide timely feedback and collaborate with faculty to offer specialized support   Foster student growth through semi-annual Student-Led Conferences (SLC) and presentations of learning. Showcase student work within the community Scaffold instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities Differentiate instruction based on feedback, needs, and learning levels Provide opportunities for student engagement through “voice and choice” Create relevant and authentic learning experiences Implement backward design to align all lessons, activities, and assessments Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment. ,@type:JobPosting,responsibilities: REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES Experience with project-based learning and interdisciplinary curriculum design Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting Familiarity with mastery, competency, and/or skills-based assessment Experience with differentiation & scaffolding Familiarity with posting resources, feedback, and assignments to LMS in a timely manner Experience providing frequent, constructive, objective, and prompt feedback to students Significant experience with collegial collaboration, a growth mindset, and ongoing PD Excellent verbal and written communication skills Creative analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and guide the class environment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite for Education, or related software  EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree; Master’s Degree highly preferred Prior teaching experience highly preferred in middle and/or high school Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency TEACHERS AT LAGUNA Encourage a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice Exhibit knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles Communicate effectively with students and families about classroom activities and student progress Demonstrate content knowledge Set high academic achievement expectations Identify and support students’ social, emotional, and behavior learning needs Implement project- based learning techniques and strategies Facilitate and design effective group work Provide timely feedback and collaborate with faculty to offer specialized support   Foster student growth through semi-annual Student-Led Conferences (SLC) and presentations of learning. Showcase student work within the community Scaffold instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities Differentiate instruction based on feedback, needs, and learning levels Provide opportunities for student engagement through “voice and choice” Create relevant and authentic learning experiences Implement backward design to align all lessons, activities, and assessments Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment. ,validThrough:2022-04-26T04:00:00Z,title:2022_23 MIDDLE/UPPER SCHOOL ENGLISH INSTRUCTOR,datePosted:2022-02-24T22:16:05Z}

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