Teacher - ELA (English Language Arts), Middle School

ELA (English Language Arts) Teacher -Middle School Position: ELA (English Language Arts) Teacher - Middle School Reports to: Principal Classification: School Year Staff (11 months), Full Time, Exempt Salary Range: $65,600+ (emergency permit/intern credential) $69,600 - $93,018 (prelim/clear credential) $5,000 signing bonus Location: ACE Charter School Position Summary: We are looking for exceptional educators to join our team! You are insatiably curious about how to motivate students to engage in learning through community building and rigorous, standards-aligned instruction. You integrate strategies for English Learners and students with disabilities seamlessly into your lessons. Above all, you are a patient optimist - you believe that every student is capable of graduating from college. This role reports to the school principal. Responsibilities: • Maintain the unwavering belief in the extraordinary potential of every student. • Maintain a growth mindset with all stakeholders. • Build authentic relationships with students by serving as a mentor; consistently reinforce the belief that all students have the capacity to be successful through college. • Build authentic relationships with families through school events, phone calls and conferences. • Commit to equitable teaching and learning opportunities for all students with dedication to the success of students, their families, and the community. • Create a learning environment where students have ample opportunity to develop resilience, personal agency, and a commitment to their learning and their future. • Design and implement learning lesson plans. • Facilitate students’ mastery of academic standards through long-term planning, daily and weekly lesson plans, and execution of rigorous and engaging daily instruction. • Collaborate with ACE Learning Specialists to support a full-inclusion model of Special Education to the greatest extent possible. • Create a warm yet firm classroom culture through consistent implementation of behavior ladders. • Celebrate student growth, as well as proficiency. • Consistently integrate coaching feedback. • Communicate effectively and respectfully with all stakeholders. • Approach professional development (training, observations, coaching and feedback) with commitment and reflection. Education & Experience Education • Bachelor’s Degree required • Valid California Single Subject or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in Subject Area is required • English Learner (EL) Authorization Certificate • Applicants without credentials or an EL designation, as well as those who are eligible or currently enrolled in a CTC-approved program, will also be considered if they show proof of qualifying for an Intern Teaching Credential or eligibility for an emergency teaching permit. • To see if your degree would qualify you for an emergency permit you can refer here: Appropriate Degrees to Satisfy Subject Matter Competence • If your degree is not acceptable, you can send include a copy of your transcripts with your application for coursework review. • Valid CPR Certification is required • Satisfactory completion of Basic Skills Requirement and demonstration of Subject Matter Proficiency • Read here for information on ways to meet the BSR requirement. • Read here for information on ways to meet the SMC requirement. Preferred but not required • Advanced Degree desirable • Spanish language proficiency Licenses or Certificates Needed • Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis, and/or other employment clearance • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Certificate of Clearance (COC) required (or ability to obtain a COC if not already in possession of one) • Read here for more information. • Valid CPR Certification is required Salary and Benefits • Competitive salary according to the ACE Salary Scale • Full health benefits • CALSTRS retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement for credentialing program and/or aligned Master's program • Teachers Test Prep support for CBEST/CSET exams • ACE provides weekly 1-on-1 coaching support, weekly professional development on the school site and professional development with all ACE Schools in the network four times per year. There is also a school-based budget for staff to attend external professional development. ACE Charter Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Work Location: In person