Urgently Require Classroom Teacher, Grade 5 (full time, 1.0 FTE) - Reiche Elementary School, One Year Only position in Portland, OR

Job title: Classroom Teacher, Grade 5 (full time, 1.0 FTE) - Reiche Elementary School, One Year Only position Company: Portland Public Schools Job description: Classroom Teacher, Grade 5 (full time, 1.0 FTE) - Reiche Elementary School, One Year Only position JobID: 4020

• Position Type:

TEACHER-ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM

• Date Posted:

9/19/2023

• Location:

Reiche Elementary School (High-Needs School)

• Closing Date:

10/02/2023 Classroom Teacher, Grade 5 (full time, 1.0 FTE) - Reiche Elementary School, One Year Only position Job Title: Classroom Teacher Pay Plan: PEA Contract Grade: 05 Months: 10 School: Howard C. Reiche Community School (PK-5). Reports to: Building Administrators WHAT SETS US APART Portland Public Schools Portland Public Schools is dedicated to providing a rich academic experience to support every student?s path to success. As a staff member, you will become a part of an inclusive community of educators ready to share the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to thriving in a diverse environment. We strive to actively recruit, support, and retain BIPOC staff and to create a culturally responsive and representative learning environment where everyone feels connected, supported, recognized, and empowered. We focus on embracing the diversity of thought, identity, and experience of our staff and students, and on creating opportunities for fellowship and relationship building within our schools and community. We offer career and leadership development opportunities through district-wide programs such as professional development, on-the-job learning experiences, and mentoring that are intended to help you fulfill your career goals and aspirations. We are looking for people who are aligned with our vision. If you share these values, we welcome you to partner with us in this work. Reiche School Howard C. Reiche Community School in the urban West End of Portland is ranked the most wonderfully diverse of all elementary schools in Maine, celebrating 16 different home languages and students from 21 different birth countries. About a quarter of our students are welcome newcomers. Our talented teaching staff use their impressive skills to provide a quality education for all of our students. Recent renovations have resulted in a beautiful new school with the latest in classroom technology. We are all teachers at Reiche- there are Lead Teachers instead of a traditional principal model- the unique Teacher-Led structure empowers educators and involves students and staff in equity and social justice. Come Experience the World At Reiche OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE Teaching at Portland Public Schools is an incredible opportunity to work alongside talented, committed staff who are uniquely positioned to amplify the potential of our students by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges them each day. Under the direction of the Lead Teachers, a Reiche classroom teacher plans, and provides for rigorous, engaging and joyful learning experiences for all students. The teacher fosters an environment that supports the intellectual, physical, social and emotional wellness and development of individuals to ensure Success for Every Student. In addition to supporting students? growth and well-being, our teachers also develop, select and modify district-provided instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of students? varying learning needs. Our teachers monitor and evaluate student growth and outcomes using standards based curriculum and guidelines. Classroom teachers are an integral member of the Reiche community and serve as a support to students? holistic well-being; teachers at Portland Public Schools thrive by having the opportunity to collaborate with students? families and caregivers and all relevant stakeholders in support of students? learning and social-emotional needs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide differentiated and rigorous Literacy, Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, and SEL instruction to Grade 5 students using standards based curriculum and guidelines from Common Core, district provided materials etc, and provide developmentally appropriate and engaging learning activities. Demonstrate cultural proficiency and use effective and culturally-relevant instructional practices and materials; actively create and maintain an environment in which students? diverse backgrounds, identities, strengths, and challenges are respected/embraced and celebrated. Utilize high-quality curriculum materials and methods to develop engaging, rigorous assignments that guide, challenge and grow students. Assess and ensure ongoing progress monitoring and evaluation in order to ensure all students - including English Language Learners and students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are achieving growth in alignment with their goals. Foster an engaging and inclusive learning environment that establishes positive student expectations conducive to all learners' needs through developmentally appropriate routines, and positive classroom management practices. Collaborate and communicate across your grade level team and school RTI team to ensure students receive necessary additional forms of academic assistance and/or relevant social-emotional support and alignment. Collaborate and communicate with the students? families/caregivers and all relevant stakeholders to ensure relevant stakeholders are engaged in understanding and supporting the students? learning and social emotional needs. Regular newsletters to families as well as communication around absences and dismissal plans. Attend school, district and state-sponsored professional development opportunities to stay current with changes in general elementary instruction and improvements in classroom teaching strategies. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Portland Public Schools is excited to welcome teachers who bring the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to lead students to success, and who can effectively collaborate with a diverse community of educators. We look forward to working together to create a dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive. General Working knowledge of pertinent curriculum standards, techniques for integrating and adapting curriculum and effective instructional practices. An understanding of the teaching and learning process, including the ability to provide instruction that reflects multiple perspectives as well as trauma-informed practices that engages culturally diverse populations. A record of student achievement ensuring rigorous, culturally inclusive instruction using standards based curriculum and guidelines that correlates with developmentally appropriate and engaging learning activities. Excellent human relations skills; the ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community Ability to infuse technology into the curriculum. Equity Mindset and Approach to Work Self-awareness around implicit bias, a commitment to challenging personal perspectives, and a willingness to take feedback, learn and grow around diversity, equity and inclusion related ideas. Holds self and others accountable for supporting the district?s goal of becoming an , anti-racist organization. Effective Collaborator Ability to collaborate across lines of differences with a diverse teaching staff and instructional leadership team, as well as community partners, and families/caregivers. Engages with families/caregivers and builds collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning Effective Communicator Highly responsive and oriented towards transparency and proactive, explicit communication. Communicates ideas in ways that are digestible for varied audiences. Teamwork Skills Effective team leadership skills. Is aligned with the Portland Promise and offers a diverse perspective while meeting foundational expectations for instruction. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university Maine State fingerprint (CHRC) authorization Technology, written and oral communication skills Additional combinations of applicable education, training, and experience are welcome. Portland Public Schools values linguistic diversity and believes that candidates who speak another language bring added value to the classroom, school, and district culture and diversity. 660 ESOL Endorsement, SIOP training and/or experience working with Multilingual Learners is preferred WHAT WE OFFER The salary for this position is based on experience and guided by the . We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, including health insurance, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and employer retirement contribution. We also offer a tuition reimbursement for one course per academic year. HOW TO APPLY Complete an ?this submission can be used for multiple job applications with Portland Public Schools. Be sure to submit your application by the posted deadline for the position. Upload a recent resume and cover letter to your Frontline profile. Hiring managers will contact candidates via Frontline email after the posting closes to offer an interview. In addition to an interview, candidates being considered can expect to be asked to complete a selection task such as preparing or teaching a demo lesson, and / or engaging in a role play. Candidates will be notified by email or phone call as soon as possible after completing an interview with the committee?s decision. Portland Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 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