LEAD TEACHER

Job Title

Lead Teacher

Foster Family Services

Pomona

Assistant Program Director

Exempt

$70,000 to $72,000

Facilitates UC’s success and growth in academic and people skills through implementing ORR approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress, activities, outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to ORR and management regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

• Develops and administers curriculum consistent with age level goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experience to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student’s needs, including student with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current development in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, and achievements.
• Selects any requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Manages subordinate employees and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Directly supervises employees in the Department, coaches, mentors staff, provides guidance to their work and learning, and administers corrective/disciplinary action in a timely and professional manner.

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems, gathers and analyzes information, develops alternative solutions, works well in group problem‑solving situations, and uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Communications – Expresses ideas clearly verbally and in writing, exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others informed, and selects appropriate communication methods.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities, remains objective, provides and welcomes feedback, builds morale, and supports team objectives.
• Planning / Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently, sets goals and objectives, schedules tasks, and develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism – Approaches others tactfully, remains calm under pressure, treats others with respect, owns responsibility for own actions, and follows through on commitments.
• Judgement – Makes sound decision‑making, includes appropriate people in decisions, explains reasoning, and acts promptly.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree from a four‑year college or university, or one to two years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in education or related major, teaching certificate, or equivalent.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred, but not required.
• Language Ability – Read, analyze, and interpret business, professional, technical, or governmental documents; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Mathematical Ability – Comprehend and apply advanced calculus, algebra, and advanced statistical theory; work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations, and proofs.
• Reasoning Ability – Apply logical thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems; deal with nonverbal symbolism and abstract/ concrete variables.
• Computer Skills – Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and use of standard office equipment.

Noise level is usually moderate. The work environment includes regular sitting, handling, and occasional standing and walking. Employees may be required to lift up to 10 pounds. Vision requires close focus.

Regular sitting, frequent use of hands, occasional standing and walking, occasional lifting up to 10 pounds, and vision for close tasks.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) – immediate eligibility and company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Day(s)