Teacher: 5th Grade - Oakland, United States - Oakland Unified School District

Oakland Unified School District

Verified Company

Oakland, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Ref: PCN3618

More than ever, we highly value our Oakland educators. This past year has been like no other in education. As our students, communities, and families return to school in person, we have learned that we are stronger together. Oakland educators are known for their passion, focus on equity, and resilience.

Oakland Unified presents a fantastic opportunity to grow and advance your career in alignment with our core principles: putting students first, fostering joy, promoting equity, striving for excellence, upholding integrity, and embracing cultural responsiveness.

Our Mission and Vision

The goal of the Oakland Unified School District is to create a Comprehensive Community District that emphasizes high academic performance while catering to the holistic needs of every student. We aim to eliminate inequities, ensure each child has access to excellent teachers every day, and provide a nurturing environment.

Our vision is for all OUSD students to derive pleasure from their academic journey, graduating with the skills necessary to be compassionate, capable, well-informed, critical thinkers prepared for success in college, careers, and their communities.

Our Strategic Plan

The prominent pillars of our current district-wide strategic plan include:

- Ensuring Strong Literacy Skills for Third Graders (Driving a citywide effort to guarantee literacy for all third graders)

- Supporting Graduates with Essential Skills for post-secondary success

- Creating Inspirational Schools that prioritize joy, inclusivity, and aesthetics

- Cultivating a Diverse and Sustainable Staff that mirrors Oakland's rich diversity

We are looking for educators who believe in:

- Nurturing strong relationships with students and families as the cornerstone of teaching

- Maintaining high expectations for all students through an asset-focused perspective

- Contributing to equitable conditions in public schools through direct actions

- Collaborating with colleagues, families, and students for maximum impact

- Investing in self-reflection, actively listening, and incorporating feedback as part of being an anti-racist educator

- Ensuring educational success for all students by actively addressing and eliminating racism in educational systems and policies

What we provide teachers:

Aside from professional development and training opportunities, we offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

- Competitive salaries based on experience, education, and credentials

- Full medical, dental, and vision benefits along with Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage

- Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS Retirement System

Qualifications:

_Additional requirements:_

- Resume and Cover Letter

- Two professional references, one from a Supervisor

- Willingness to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or commitment to weekly testing upon request

To stay informed about news and events supporting your journey to becoming an OUSD educator, please fill out the provided form.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:
The Oakland Unified School District is committed to non-discrimination in all programs, activities, and employment based on race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, or sexual orientation.