Description
St. Emydius Catholic School, located in the city of Lynwood (near Plaza Mexico) serves students in Transitional Kindergarten to Eighth Grade. Our community provides a rigorous and faith-filled Catholic education and forms students to become faithful Catholics, active learners, self motivators, and globally aware citizens.
We are seeking an experienced, innovative, and passionate Middle School Math and Science Teacher. The ideal candidate should have a passion for teaching, possess a strong understanding of curriculum content and teaching pedagogy, as well as developmental stages of middle school age students.
We seek an educator that will:
- Design and implement a comprehensive and differentiated curriculum that is data-based and aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and Mathematics Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Experience and knowledge in inquiry based instruction and deep understanding of workshop pedagogy for Cognitively Guided Instruction in Mathematics (CGI) is a plus!
- Foster a positive and engaging classroom environment that promotes the development of social-emotional skills, Habits of Mind, and critical thinking.
- Use available technology to enhance the students’ learning experiences through Blended Learning.
- Utilize hands-on learning to provide age-appropriate and interactive learning experiences.
- Track and analyze student progress using a variety of assessment tools and adjust instruction accordingly.
- Communicate regularly and effectively with parents to ensure continuity of learning and a collaborative professional culture.
- Work collaboratively with the middle school team.
- Be active in the Catholic Church and in good standing with the church’s moral teaching.
- Continually seek growth opportunities that allow innovation to improve student learning.
- Participate in and contribute to the life of St. Emydius Catholic School.
Requirements
-Minimum of 3 years teaching
-Possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited university, Masters Degree is preferred.
-Possess a teaching credential (or must be currently enrolled in a credential program).
-Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
-Experience with differentiation and intervention
-Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
-Ability to be a learner, put in time to plan, and collaborate after school
-Ability to take on an adjunct duty
-Technology skills and ability to integrate technology into the instructional experiences
HOW TO APPLY: If you are interested in becoming a part of the St. Emydius Catholic School community, please send your resumé and letter of interest to Mrs. Erika Melendez, Principal at emelendez@stemydiuscatholicschool.org.
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St. Emydius Catholic School (Lynwood)
10990 California Avenue
Lynwood, CA 90262
emelendez@stemydiuscatholicschool.org