Literacy Specialist, Ingenium Barack Obama Charter School, Compton, CA

Literacy Specialist Job Title: Literacy Specialist Schedule: 40 hrs/week min.Job Type: Full-Time, At-Will FLSA Status: ExemptReports to: Principal Pay: $71,000 starting (DOE); Salary ScaleSpecial: Requires weekend work, nights and early mornings, as neededAbout Ingenium SchoolsAt Ingenium Schools, we create communities where everyone experiences joy and meaning in learning. We do this by preparing our students to be the best learners, leaders, and collaborators by empowering them with the capacity and tools to continually improve themselves and the world around them.Since 2009, Ingenium Schools has helped students build confidence, leadership, and a lifelong love of learning through the Ingenium Learning System, an easily replicable, standards-based educational model that promotes personal mastery. Ingenium Schools currently operates several charter schools, serving students throughout Los Angeles.Position Summary:The Literacy Specialist will provide identified students with ELA strategies, targeted to the student's area(s) of need. The Literacy Specialist will use data-driven, research-validated and/or evidence-based practices to teach students the skills needed to learn English language arts as determined by teacher (professional learning communities) PLCs. The Literacy Specialist will monitor student progress and adjust strategies as needed and in collaboration with PLC teachers to ensure optimal student success and growth. The Literacy Specialist will use and seek technology to assist in student learning and instruction when appropriate. The Literacy Specialist will push into classrooms and will provide targeted small group support to students, as determined by the PLCs. The Literacy Specialist will provide targeted small group support for newcomer students.Essential Functions & Job Duties:Duties may include, but are not limited to:Network Contributions:Support the noble cause, mission, and core values of Ingenium SchoolsStrive to implement, by instruction and action, Ingenium Schools' philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives in connection with Ingenium's Signature PracticesContinuously maintain and improve professional competenceAttend mandatory trainings, professional meetings, and educational conferences, as requiredLearning Culture:Encourage students to set and maintain minimum standards of classroom behaviorCreate a safe, developmentally appropriate environment conducive to learning english language artsImplement and support school and organizational policies governing student life and conductAcademic:Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods: direct instruction, discussion, demonstration, student-led instruction, etc. as determined by the PLC teacher groupAdapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' differing needs and interestsIn harmony with curriculum goals and as directed by the PLC, establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate those objectives to students dailyPrepare materials and work-space for activitiesData Driven:Consistently and accurately observe and assess students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health, both formally and informally, through observation, authentic performance, and written evaluationProvide frequent and timely feedback to students and parents on student progressRecommend resources to parents for additional student growthTimely deliver accurate and complete written and oral progress reportsMaintain accurate and complete student records as required by law and Ingenium Schools' policiesMaintain student confidentialityCollaboration:Confer with students and parents outside of the instructional day to resolve students' behavioral and/or academic issues, as neededMaintain and improve professional competence and participate in professional development opportunitiesActively participate in team meetings and serve on staff committees, school-wide events, parent workshops, and community partnership events, as needed and/or requestedAssist with school/organizational events, general supervision, extra-curricular support, tutoring, etc., as neededPerform related duties as assignedKnowledge and Abilities:Knowledge of:Highly effective pedagogy in literacy and english language artsCalifornia Common Core State Standards curriculum and instructionThe Science of ReadingPrinciples and methods of curriculum design and structured literacyEffective measurements of learning/assessments, including diagnostic, formative and summative, performance tasks and project evaluationChild cognitive development and learning stylesLearning strategies that extend all students towards high academic and personal achievementTeaching practices that result in intrinsically motivated studentsComputer application and Internet search skillsAbility to:Establish a culture of high expectations based on the belief that all students can be successfulDevelop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with Common Core State Standards and Ingenium Learning System that increase student growth in english language artsAnalyze qualitative and quantitative student data; create and track efficacy of data-driven action plansCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingUse computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement student learningEffectively collaborate with colleagues, parents, and community including consistent participation in school and organization-wide Professional Learning CommunitiesManage student behavior to ensure every student is fully engaged, productive, and safeMaintain positive attitudeMaintain regular attendanceJob Qualifications:Education/Experience:Bachelor's DegreeMaster's degree in Reading and Literacy, preferredSignificant experience and training with structured literacy and targeted intervention, especially in a Title I school, preferredExperience supporting Multilingual learnersRequired Licenses and Certificates:Valid California teaching credential, requiredEnglish Language Learner Authorization, requiredLiteracy/Reading Certification, requiredCPR/First Aid (provided by Ingenium post-hire)Working Conditions:Environment:Majority of duties performed indoors in a classroom; some activities require outdoor supervisionPhysical Demands:Ability to lift 40 poundsAbility to communicate and comprehend orally and in writingNear and far visionSelective attention: ability to concentrate on a task without being distractedTime sharing: ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of informationMemorization: ability to remember information such as words, numbers, and proceduresProblem Sensitivity: ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrongDeductive and inductive reasoning skillsAbility to plan and deliver effective instruction to studentsAbility to walk and/or stand for extended periods of timeSome kneeling, squatting, bending, requiredDexterity of hands to demonstrate activities may be requiredMathematical reasoningAbility to use a computer, mouse, and monitorAbility to use computer software and timely respond to emails