Rainier Prep is seeking exceptional Associate Teachers who want to be part of creating an excellent school that will deliver radically different results for students who have the most obstacles to a college degree. We are looking for 5th and 6th grade associate teachers who are newer to teaching and want to develop their skills to become master teachers. Throughout the year, Associate Teachers participate in targeted professional development and co-planning sessions, slowly taking on more and more classroom responsibilities. Associate Teachers provide one-on-one tutoring; serve as scholar advisors; help with lesson planning and curriculum preparation; and ultimately lead their own classes and lessons. After a year of close collaboration with colleagues, the majority of our Associate Teachers are ready to take on their own classroom as a full-time teacher next year. This position requires a self-motivated, collaborative professional who is passionate about public education and who thrives in a demanding and team-oriented culture.
Rainier Prep is a 5– 8grade middle school in the Highline area focused on college prep for all students. We are committed to preparing all students to excel at four-year colleges and to serve as leaders in their communities. Approved as one of Washington State’s first charter schools and modeled after some of the highest performing schools around the country, Rainier Prep will open its doors in the fall of 2015. Rainier Prep’s outstanding faculty and staff will transform the expected educational outcomes for low income students, students of color and immigrant students, committing to college and career readiness for each of our scholars.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: At Rainier Prep, we believe that teachers are the cornerstone of creating an exceptional school. Associate teachers at Rainier Prep will support a classroom culture of high expectations, learning, curiosity, hard work and support for each student.
Support a Strong School and Classroom Culture:
Support a healthy classroom and school culture, modeling an approach to learning which emphasizes risk-taking, respect, curiosity and constant commitment to quality improvement
Establish/encourage culture of flexible and collaborative collegiality in which mission and goals of the school are the foremost focus of all decision making; lead students to handle adversity and ambiguity well
Thrive in an innovative, reflective culture that demands flexibility and quick adjustments to meet student needs
Deliver Excellent Results:
Plan units of study and daily lessons with clear outcomes that students can understand
Plan with the end in mind using UBD (Understanding by Design) principles
Plan high-interest, multi-media, fast-paced lessons
Daily use of formative assessment to guide instruction
Supports Founding Teachers as well as demonstrate their teaching abilities as substitute teacher when other teachers are absent.
Seek additional knowledge about how to diagnose students’ misconceptions and correct quickly
Lead a Student Advisory Group:
Lead a daily student advisory group of 20-25 students
Make home visits for every advisee
Serve as main point of contact for each advisee’s families
Lead parent-teacher-student conferences for advisees
Collaborate with colleagues on grade team to write and update advisory curriculum
Attend community events
Collaborate with Colleagues:
Seek, provide and implement high-quality feedback from/to colleagues
Collaborate with grade-level and subject colleagues on all common courses taught
Model a growth mindset and foster continuous learning in students, families and colleagues
Open classroom doors to colleagues, families and community members
Observe peers teaching and provide feedback to improve teaching and learning
Support common school-wide systems
Assist in special projects as needed and other duties as assigned or assumed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor’s Degree, and valid teaching certificate or in the process of obtaining one*
Experience in data analysis and instructional design responsiveness to data
Excellent relationship building and communication skills with adults and students alike
Growth mindset and belief that all children can learn at high levels
Team player willing to roll up their sleeves to get the job done
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Excellent writing, communication, organization and presentation skills
Experience working with diverse students and families, and a commitment for advocating for all children
Strong technology skills – proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
0-1 year of teaching experience
Fluent in Somali, Spanish, Vietnamese, Amharic or Arabic
Experience in a high performing district or charter school that is significantly outperforming its neighboring schools
How to apply
HIRING PROCESS:
Go to www.rainierprep.org/careers and click “apply here” to begin the application process. Then email a cover letter and resume to apply@rainierprep.org. Rainier Prep will invite select candidates for interviews. The selection process will continue until the position is filled. Hiring is contingent upon successful completion of employment and certification verification, fingerprinting, etc.