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Applying for Position:
Middle School History Teacher - Leave

This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.

CalWest's partner school in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a Middle School History Teacher - Leave.

Qualifications: 

  • 3 years of teaching experience
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university
  • Knowledge of subjects assigned
  • General knowledge of curriculum and instruction practices
  • Ability to instruct students and apply effective classroom management
  • Strong communications, public relations, and interpersonal skills
  • Classroom teaching experience: Grades 6 - 8, preferred
  • Valid California teaching certificate, preferred
  • Independent school experience, preferred

Responsibilities:  

  • Help students develop historical thinking and writing skills as well as a historical understanding of the individual and collective experiences of people around the world
  • Design and implement creative pedagogy with instruction that values a hands-on, collaborative, project-based curriculum & methodology
  • Cultivate an inclusive, challenging, and equitable learning environment that reflects our core values and allows the diverse student body to grow and thrive
  • Set and maintain acceptable standards of classroom behavior to establish a positive and appropriate learning environment
  • Collaborate with colleagues to develop innovative and meaningful curriculum with vertical alignment
  • Integrate technology in effective ways that enhance students’ learning experiences and growth
  • Participate in professional development opportunities that promote growth and leadership
  • Record and report on students' progress. Assign and grade projects and examinations.
  • Serve as an advisor who is committed to the social and emotional development of students
  • Attend meetings as required
  • Uphold our core values
  • Foster an inclusive school environment

CalWest and our partner schools are unable to respond to all applicants.

Candidates may be submitted to multiple positions during their time with CalWest. Also, candidates may not be chosen to move forward in the search they initially expressed interest in pursuing.

Our client schools make the final decisions.

Deciding to Apply

At minimum, applicants should have:

About CalWest Educators Placement

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If you have questions about the qualifications to apply, please contact us at mysearch@calwesteducators.com.