Primary Elementary Teacher ID-1681

December 31, 2024

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ABOUT NEW LA
New Los Angeles Charter Schools operates three high performing independent charter schools in the mid-city
neighborhood of LA. New LA Charter Middle School (6th-8th grades), New LA Charter Elementary School (TK-5th
grades), and City Language Immersion Charter (Dual Immersion TK-5th).

New LA Schools are dedicated to providing high quality education experiences that are accessible to all. We have a
strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice as demonstrated by our Strategic Plan for Equity. Our
schools are community schools that represent and serve the Mid-City and Arlington Heights neighborhoods. For more
about who we are please click here. Our mission pillars demonstrate a commitment to cultivating academic excellence
and passion for learning while putting relationships and respect at the center of our school communities. For more
general information about New LA Charter Schools

SUMMARY
New Los Angeles Elementary Charter School (New LA) is seeking passionate, well organized teachers who are
interested in the primary elementary grades and are seeking a small school environment where teacher voice is valued
and leadership opportunities are available. New LA is looking for outstanding, data-driven educators with a strong
foundation in the Common Core State Standards and whose teaching beliefs and practices are rooted in anti-racist,
culturally responsive pedagogy.

CURRICULUM
New LA seeks teachers with expertise, interest and willingness to learn in the following areas:

Project-based and student-centered learning
Science of reading aligned ELA curriculum: Superkids, Read Side by Side and Simplify Writing
Integrated and designated ELD: Best practices such as structured talk, quick writes, small group work

throughout the day

Math: Cognitively Guided Instruction methodologies, Math workshop structures
Science: Amplify Science, kit-based experiments, environmental awareness
Social Studies: social justice focus, integration with ELA, project based learning and teacher created units.
Computer Coding: taught with a partner organization, professional development provided
Arts Integration: partnering with arts education organizations to provide art both integrated with regular

curriculum and in specific arts classes

JOB DESCRIPTION
Provide a supportive, student-centered learning environment for students;

Guide students to mastery of the Common Core State Standards and Next Generation Science Standards and

California Frameworks;

Use data to inform practice, including participation in school wide benchmarking and intervention;
Create a nurturing and caring classroom environment for all students and implement restorative practices;
Communicate effectively w/ parents about student academic progress & social emotional needs;
Participate in social justice and community engagement activities;
Participate in outdoor education programming, including multiple-day and overnight camping trips;

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Work well as a team player to prepare students for success;
Serve as a positive role model;
Collaborate with co-teachers and colleagues – in grade levels, committees, and full faculty;
Provide accommodations and support in accordance with IEPs and 504 plans when applicable;
Provide scaffolds for all learners including multilingual learners through iELD and dELD;
Demonstrate a commitment to the whole child, with concern for each student’s academic and social-emotional

well-being;

Facilitate an “open door classroom,” where best practice is shared with colleagues and visitors, and where all

staff members embrace their role as learners.

QUALIFICATIONS
California Multiple Subject Credential (or be enrolled in a university program and intern eligible);

Enjoy working with elementary school students;
Demonstrated classroom excellence, differentiated instruction & student-centered methodologies;
Demonstrated commitment and connection to the mission, culture and success of New LA;
Actively engage with and support the school's social justice mission and demonstrates a commitment to

intersectional, anti-racist education;

Be flexible and be a team player;
Positive outlook, enjoy collaborating with colleagues and appreciate different points of view;
Bilingualism is a plus.

COMPENSATION
New LA offers a competitive salary ranging from $60,000-$99,000 for fully credentialed teachers. Faculty members
also receive a generous package of medical benefits, and enrollment in the California State Teachers Retirement
System (STRS) retirement plan. Faculty members can choose to participate in an optional 403b plan.

New LA also provides in-house PD as well as a fund to allow teachers to attend outside PD or workshops. Teachers
have opportunities to take on additional duties such as grade level leads, tutoring, summer school, and peer
mentorship, etc. These additional positions are stipended roles. New LA also offers both mentorship and financial
support for new teachers going through an induction program.

TO APPLY
Please forward only the following documents to jobs@newlosangeles.org in PDF format. No calls please. No additional
materials.

1. Cover Letter (Letters should introduce yourself to the hiring committee, and must include specific examples of
why you are attracted to the school and its mission, and why you would be a good fit at New LA)

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