Dual Language Demonstration Teacher - Los Angeles, United States - UCLA

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Job #JPF0942- Ucla Lab School, Corinne A See / Educ& Info Studies / UCLA

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title:
Dual Language Demonstration Teacher

Salary range:

Salary Information:
The salary range for this position is $76,48-$171,543

APPLICATION WINDOW
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Open date:May 13, 2024

Next review date:
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date:
Wednesday, Jun 12, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

UCLA Lab School seeks passionate and dedicated bilingual Spanish/English teachers who can inspire and nurture a love of learning through inquiry and project-based learning.

UCLA Lab School is an inclusive school where diversity and equity drive our mission and vision.

UNIT OVERVIEW

Part of the UCLA School of Education & Information Studies, UCLA Lab School has established a reputation for innovative practice over its 140-year history and provides a stimulating and supportive working environment for teachers.

The Lab School offers an inclusive, inquiry-based curriculum that prepares children with the knowledge and skills they need to take an informed and responsible role in the world.

The UCLA Lab School is also a laboratory school in that it collaborates with research initiatives at UCLA to bring experts to the school community to explore promising ideas about what matters most in education for the benefit of children, educators, and families at the school and beyond.

The UCLA Lab School is an inclusive school where diversity and equity drive our mission and vision to promote innovation and excellence in education through teaching, research, and pubic engagement.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking two Dual Language, Spanish/English Demonstration Teachers to serve the education of children ages 4-12 (the equivalent of Pre-Kindergarten through grade 6) at the UCLA Lab School.

Demonstration Teachers are charged with creating and maintaining an environment that encourages students to collaborate, be inclusive, listen to diverse perspectives, and be reflective in their learning.

Demonstration Teachers are expected to collaborate, engage in research, and share their practices with others by participation in public engagement and mentorship.

Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key elements to the core values of the Lab School.

Demonstration Teachers are expected to continuously strive to incorporate JEDI in all aspects of work and life at the Lab School to evolve learnings environments so that all voices are represented, heard, and respected.

Demonstration Teachers at the UCLA Lab School are first and foremost educators dedicated to providing teaching and learning to the students of Lab School.

This also includes all aspects of elementary education including but not limited to:
lesson planning, curriculum development, collaboration with colleagues and administration, respectful and compassionate correspondence with parents, etc.

As educators of a laboratory school, Demonstration Teachers are also charged with promoting innovation and excellence in education through research and public engagement.

Aspects of research and public engagement may include:
engaging in research initiatives at Lab School, staying current on educational innovation, respectful collaboration with others, mentorship, etc. Demonstration Teachers are expected to adapt to changing demands and needs of Lab School and the students. Demonstration Teachers are expected to use quantitative and qualitative data to inform instruction and decision-making.

Other duties may be assigned by the Lab School Principal to fulfill responsibilities of being an educator at Lab School.

In addition to our general Demonstration Teacher standards, Dual Language Demonstration Teachers are expected to do so in a bilingual classroom environment, providing instruction and pedagogy in both English and Spanish.

Dual Language Demonstration Teachers are expected to present sociocultural competence and authentic assessment of their pedagogical approach to promote advocacy and agency for the students.

Required Qualifications

Bi-literate in Spanish and English
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
CA State Teaching Credential or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree or equivalent
5 or more years of teaching experience
Experience with inclusion
Experience with Cognitive Guided Instruction
Experience with Reader's and Writer's Workshop
Experience with a pedagogy of inquiry
Special Education teaching credential

Application Materials

Resume
Cover Letter with Educational Philosophy
EDI Statement
Letters of Recommendation (3)

Upon hiring, must complete:

Fingerprint Clearance
TB Screening

- "Mandated Reporter" for Child Abuse

QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
CA State Teaching Credential or equivalent
Bi-literate in Spanish and English

Preferred qualifications
Master's Degree or equivalent
5 or more ye