University Instructors, LLC is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds to lead, change, and inspire students in the Sacramento area.  In this role you will serve students in special education programs as a classroom teacher.

Role Summary

To create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for elementary grade education, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

∗ Teaches district-approved curriculum.

∗ Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

∗ Develops lesson plans and instructional material and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

∗ Translates lesson plans into developmentally appropriate learning experiences.

∗ Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences. etc.

∗ Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.

∗ Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.

∗ Identifies pupil needs, makes appropriate referrals, and develops strategies for individual education plans.

∗ Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.

∗ Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on field trips.

∗ Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of the student.

∗ Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays interest centers and exhibits of student’s work.

∗ Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsbilites 

Supervises classroom, students, and volunteers. Supervises students while on yard duty.

Qulaifications/Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Bachelor of Arts degree.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Successful applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any field
• Applicants must be willing to enroll in an EPP (Educator Prep Program). An EPP consists of the additional coursework needed to obtain a professional teaching license in the state of California (This will vary from applicant to applicant)
• Additional experience supporting individuals with physical or behavioral needs is preferred but not required
• Candidates must speak Spanish fluently and be willing to obtain a bilingual authorization

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.  The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff.  The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being and work out-put of students.

Up to $40 Hourly/ 7.5 Paid Hours Per Day/ Mon-Friday Schedule 

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University Instructors is an equal opportunity employer