History High School Teacher - Los Angeles Leadership Academy

Teachers Reports to: Principal Roles and Functions Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Facilitate curriculum, instruction, and assessment in a manner consistent with the mission and vision of the Charter School; Actively maintain respectful, open communication with students, parents, and other staff members; Help students learn to regulate their own behavior, develop strong interpersonal and coping skills, and use their voice; Assess student needs and look for ways to meet them as an ongoing part of their job; Collaborate with other teachers to plan an integrated curriculum; Participate in weekly staff meetings to discuss school plans, student progress, teaching practice, and other issues as needed; Map instruction and student work to CCSS and to the Measurable Pupil Outcomes; Understand and comply with the California Standards for the Teaching Profession; Participate in planning and professional development activities before and during the school year; Pursue professional development and keep current with best practices in their subject areas; Maintain a professional portfolio; Participate openly in reflective dialogue and the peer evaluation process; Cooperate to allow observation of teaching by other teachers; Maintain communication with parents and guardians of students; Participate on at least one governance committee; and Have regular, punctual attendance. Refers problems with students to the advisor, and serves as an advisor to other students Collaborates with other teachers during grade level/core meetings Attends weekly staff meetings Teaches theories/skills/strategies that are aligned with state standards Manages classroom in terms of discipline Assesses students and gives them grades Submits grades in a timely manner Plans/Attends mid-term Parent-Teacher-Advisor Conferences Implements school-wide action pl