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Description: 1.0 FTE, 9th Grade Physics Teacher needed for the 16.17 School Year at the Shakopee Junior Highs. Job Summary: Creates a classroom environment that fosters student learning and personal growth. Provides instruction in content area in accordance with each student’s ability, establishes effective working relationships with students and parents, works collaboratively with other staff members.

Sojourner Truth Academy is a high-performing, PK-8 open enrollment public charter school. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. Staff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. Sojourner Truth Academy is a results-driven school founded in 1999. Sojourner Truth Academy (STA) is currently seeking hard-working, passionate, social- justice-oriented educators to join our team as our Lead English as a Second Language Teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. JOB DESCRIPTION Every STA teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. STA teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, fast-paced, and highly structured learning environment for their scholars. Our core subjects include literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies. Candidates that are selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead of ESL Programming *Assists site level administrators and/or the Director of Special Programs/Projects in supporting, training and coaching certified and classified personnel within the ESL program. *Develops/coordinates/determines the delivery/effectiveness of relevant in service/staff development activities for ESL staff. *Develops and/or coordinates effective and inclusive practices in instruction for English Language Learners. *Develops and/or coordinates the alignment and articulation of a content based ESL curriculum. *Assists in the planning, development, and implementation of program evaluation. *Participates in compliance, focused monitoring and technical assistance reviews. *Observes/provides peer assistance for colleagues. Participates in formalized peer review processes as a formative evaluator. *Serves on district-level committees and teams. *Assists with the selection and support of new ESL staff. *Develops/implements/revises program procedures and policies in accordance with local, state and federal laws and guidelines. *Develops data collection systems, monitors data collection and provides programmatic recommendations based upon results. *Maintains knowledge of current laws and regulations pertaining to English language learners through attendance at meetings, in-service programs, conferences and reading current literature. *Participates on school-based LEP Committees and School Improvement Teams as appropriate. *Coaches and advises ESL staff on appropriate methods of language instruction, lesson delivery and program design, scheduling, and service models. *Maintains district ESL website. *Performs other related duties as assigned. Prove the Possible *Student achievement is our number one job Drive Results *Ensure high standards for student behavior, performance, and attendance Instructional Leadership *Deliver well-planned, rigorous, and meaningful lessons *Use data to inform instruction Build Relationships *Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all elements of this position *Serve as a positive force committed to our mission Perform other duties as required and assigned *Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of STA’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior CORE VALUE AND BELIEFS All STA Staff must demonstrate a passionate belief in and commitment to the following core values: 1) Children are at the center of everything we do. 2) Our mission requires bold thought and action. 3) We choose optimism. 4) We push ourselves to improve. 5) We are stronger together. 6) We create fun and a little weirdness. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION POLICY AND COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants. STA EMPLOYMENT LOGISTICS *Sojourner Truth Academy’s work day is 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday * All STA Staff are expected to attend and participate in all monthly Family Events at the school.