Teacher Math Teacher
Job Description
OPPORTUNITY
Green Dot recognizes that high-quality instruction is central to the academic success of students. Our teachers effectively deliver a superior education built on the rigorous requirements of Common Core State Standards and the expectations of the state college systems. Simultaneously, the collaborative and flexible nature of Green Dot’s curriculums encourage teachers to develop creative lesson plans to personally and thoroughly engage each student in their classrooms. We are committed to ensuring that every student, regardless of background or circumstance, is not only provided with the opportunity to succeed, but empowered with the self-confidence and support networks necessary to transform opportunities into accomplishments. This mission has fueled our thriving professional development and growth programs, which support and challenge teachers to maximize their impact in the classroom and advance their careers as leaders in education. Recognizing the importance of professional empowerment, teachers are represented by the Asociación de Maestros Unidos (AMU), an affiliate of the California Teachers’ Association, and the National Education Association. Visit https://careers.greendot.org/teachers/ to learn more about what it is like to be a teacher at Green Dot, and https://bit.ly/36OFfkp to view our Los Angeles locations.
If you are/will be eligible for a CA Intern credential (for the relevant subject) by July 2021, please apply now for our teaching positions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
> Exhibit and uphold Green Dot core values
> Create a culture of learning in your classroom
> Engage in data-driven planning and assessment of student learning
> Establish a culture of respect and rapport with the students which supports the students’ emotional safety
> Facilitate rigorous learning by delivering cognitively engaging lessons that incorporate our instructional methodologies
> Engage in critical reflection, constantly revising practice to increase effectiveness
> Participate in a professional community across your school site and the Green Dot network
> Develop partnerships within the community by communicating with families and bringing to bear resources that support student success in college, leadership, and life
QUALIFICATIONS
> A Bachelor’s degree is required
> You have a growth mindset and love of learning
> You have met the CA Basic Skills requirement
> You hold (or will hold by July 2021) a valid CA Preliminary or Clear Multiple Subject or Single Subject credential* OR you are eligible (or will be eligible by July 2021) for a CA Single Subject Intern credential
*Applicants with a preliminary or clear multiple-subject credential are eligible for hire. However, Green Dot will require that you obtain a Single Subject credential/authorization by June 30, 2022.
NOTE: Before applying, those with an out-of-state credential or no credential should visit the https://www.ctc.ca.gov/ to determine their eligibility to teach in a California public school as of July 2021.
> You have strong content knowledge, pedagogical understanding, and the capacity to plan and deliver instruction to meet the needs of students
> You display a relentless commitment to and high standards for high quality execution
> You are passionate and demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility towards ambitious goals
> You have excellent collaborative and organizational skills
> You have excellent verbal and written communication skills
> You have a strong ethical base and self-awareness
> You are dependable, humble, have a sense of humor and a rock-solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission and the communities we serve
> You will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.
COMPENSATION
Our current annual teacher salary scale ranges from $52,521- $100,097, based on education and experience. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits plan including (but not limited to) medical, dental, vision, life insurance and STRS participation, as well as the opportunity to impact a growing, mission-driven organization that is committed to the success of all students. (Visit https://careers.greendot.org/benefits-salary/ to learn more, as well as to obtain an estimate of your potential salary.)
Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted, and we hire on a rolling basis. We are looking to fill these positions for the 2021-22 school year.
