Organization: Gateway to College Early College High School
Job Title: English/Language Arts Instructor
Location: Riverside

Posted: 5/9/08

JOB DESCRIPTION
Gateway to College Early College High School is seeking an experienced English/language arts instructor with high school and/or alternative education teaching experiences to provide instruction and support for learners enrolled in a unique charter school which serves at-risk high school students and high school dropouts ages 16–20. The selected individual must possess strong instructional skills in the areas of curriculum and instruction, personnel and community engagement. It is desired that the successful candidate have experience teaching in academic intervention programs for at risk youth and Professional Learning Community collaboration.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Provides instructional planning for Gateway to College Early College High School which may include development of curriculum, competencies for completion, and evaluation methods.
2. Works with school administration to assure that curriculum responds to mandated content standards and assessments.
3. Participates in program recruitment and selection processes.
4. Maintains program statistics relating to enrollments, success rates, attendance and other data.
5. Ensures communication with program faculty and staff in order to provide the best service to program participants.
6. Keeps pace with all current developments in local, state and national trends in the areas of curriculum and instruction as they relate to Gateway to College.
7. Participates in staff-development workshops and activities.
8. Meets with students and parents to ensure student success.
9. Performs other related responsibilities as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
1. Credential and Education
Valid California credential authorizing service as stated or ability to obtain proper credentials.
For information about credentialing, visit the California Teacher Commission web site at www.ctc.ca.gov .

2. Experience
a. High School teaching experience
b. Experience working with dropped out and at-risk high school youth highly desirable
c. Recent training and experience in Specially Designed Academic Instruction in English (SDAIE) and high school curriculum/instructional reform initiatives highly desirable

Other: Must show evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of high school and community college students.

Ability to: Work with at-risk and culturally diverse student populations; work with students in advising and developing goals; assess student needs and coordinate educational services; develop and refine curriculum; manage classroom behavior; maintain confidentiality in all matters as appropriate; learn, interpret and apply school and college rules, policies and procedures; plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities; communicate effectively in written and oral form; deal tactfully and effectively with students, parents, co-workers, and the general public; maintain accurate and well-organized records; use computers for data and word processing and operate various supporting software packages, including web-based programs for monitoring grades, attendance and student outcomes.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This is a funded position through June 30, 2009, with the possibility of extension. Continuation of employment is contingent upon availability of continuing funds.

40 hours per week with assignment, Monday through Friday (occasional evenings required)
10 months per year

SALARY
$50,000 plus benefits, no health

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
To be considered for this position, a complete file must include:

1. Completed Gateway to College Early College High School application
For an application call Gateway to College Early College High School (951) 222-8934 or (951) 222-8931.
2. Letter of Interest
3. Current resume or vita
4. Three (3) current professional reference letters, requested by the applicant
5. Copy of transcripts
6. Copy of credential or letter verifying qualification (Official transcripts are required upon employment.)
7. Copy Subject Matter Exam or Waiver Letter
8. CBEST verification

EFFECTIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT:
Open Until Filled

APPLICATION MUST BE RECEIVED BY: 4:00 P.M., May 23, 2007

NOTE: An application will not be considered complete unless all materials listed have been received by 4:00 p.m. on the closing date of application. An incomplete file may subject the candidate to disqualification.

APPLY:
GATEWAY TO COLLEGE EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL
ATTN: Ms. Jill Marks, Principal
4800 MAGNOLIA AVENUE
RIVERSIDE, CA 92506
(951) 222-8934 FAX (951) 222-8975

POSTMARKS NOT ACCEPTED

To learn more about Gateway to College visit our website at www.rcc.edu/services/workforce/gateway.cfm