High School English Language Arts Teacher

Carondelet is an equity-focused, woman-centered, 800-student high school located in the East Bay. The school is committed to recruiting a diverse team of adults that contribute different perspectives and ensure our students are surrounded by a rich community of mentors — DEI Statement.

Employees at Carondelet are lifelong learners with a keen interest in growing professionally in all areas. An ideal candidate is a team player who can think outside the box, is confident, and is capable of using technology. All employees are invested in providing a quality faith-based education for our young women. All participate actively in the life of the school community in a manner that supports and promotes the mission and core values of Carondelet. Employees should establish and cultivate relationships that help promote and progress the advancement goals of the school. Employees who actively contribute to building and strengthening a culture of philanthropy – internally and externally – that spotlights the impact of broad community participation and support.

For the classroom, we are seeking individuals who are interested in curriculum development as it relates to making learning highly relevant in today’s world. Our curriculum demands authentic assessments with rubrics, and lessons that provide critical and creative thinking opportunities.  Candidates should have a background or appetite for innovative, collaborative teaching models.

Carondelet High School (About us) is looking for a Full-Time English Language Arts teacher for the 2022-2023 school year.  Classes taught could include Freshman – Senior level English.  Opportunity for AP-level coursework.  This position is full-time, with 5 classes and 2 prep periods.

Responsibilities and Duties

Effectively manages instructional time and student behavior
Plans diverse lessons that ensure student comprehension of learning outcomes
Uses diverse assessments that demonstrate student comprehension of content in a variety of ways
Effectively uses Schoology as an avenue for student learning
Records assignments in PowerSchool in a timely fashion
Collaborates with department members and seeks out opportunities to partner with colleagues to implement innovative learning opportunities for students
Communicates with department chairs, academic support, personal counselors, students, and parents in a timely fashion when students are at-risk academically or personally
Cooperates with appropriate personnel (eg, Deans and Attendance officer) in enforcing school policies, rules, and regulations. This includes but is not limited to the following:
Administration/dean/counselor requests for student conference (green slips)
Faculty use of facilities
Student absence policy
Student appearance code
Student tardy policy
Participation in activities, workshops, and meetings as required
Fulfills duties and assignments in a punctual manner. This includes but is not limited to the following:
Arrival/departure on campus and to school functions as required
Faculty substitute procedure
Grades and progress reports
Notification of Main Office of departure/return during school day
Proctor duties
School services
Yard duty
Assists in maintaining a safe, clean, and friendly campus environment
Monitors appropriate student use of facilities
Monitors student behavior
Cooperates with and supports administrative initiatives
Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and Assistant Principal
Provides appropriate instruction in specified curriculum and instructional feedback
Effectively monitors and evaluates student performance
Maintains professional standards within the educational environment
Fulfills professional growth expectations

Requirements
Valid California teaching credential and/or an undergraduate degree in a related field
Open to collaboration with other teachers both within and outside of the department on curricular projects and school initiatives
A history of openness to creative and innovative lessons, assessment, and learning opportunities
Experience with or openness to initiatives fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a safe and welcoming learning environment