The Structure Literacy and Math Teacher is a dedicated, compassionate, energetic professional who delivers a comprehensive, structured literacy program to students with language-based learning differences in grades 3-5. 

• Lower School Structured Literacy and Math Teachers deliver explicit, multisensory, systematic, cumulative, prescriptive, and diagnostic instruction utilizing either the Orton-Gillingham Approach or the Wilson Reading System Curriculum and a school-aligned math curriculum.
• Maintain a high level of reading and math program fidelity that includes lesson planning, program implementation, progress monitoring, and assessment. 
• Maintain student growth and performance records by collecting and analyzing student data
• Utilize formative and summative data to plan and adjust instruction. 
• Routinely communicate progress to the student's academic team, including classroom teachers, content area teachers, speech & language pathologists, occupational therapists, and the Dean of the division.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create a positive, emotionally responsive, developmentally appropriate, inclusive classroom culture and school community.
• Develop highly engaging, motivating, well-paced, multisensory lessons and curricula.
• Utilize positive, effective, student-centered classroom management strategies. 
• Provide individualized differentiation, accommodations, and modifications.
• Deliver all components of explicit instruction strategies.
• Implement evidence-based special education strategies.
• Integrate PCS executive function organization routines into daily instruction. 
• Collaborate with team members to develop well-designed instruction and assignments.
• Monitor and evaluate student growth and performance. 
• Create individualized student learning plans and goals.
• Record and update grades weekly using the digital gradebook. 
• Maintain accurate student attendance records.
• Write student progress reports. 
• Collaborate with team members to develop well-designed instruction and assignments.
• Collaborate and communicate regularly with families regarding student’s progress and well-being.
• Integrate educational technology into the curriculum and provide assistive technology accommodations as needed.
• Participate in meetings, professional development training, and committees.
• Participate in accreditation activities and school-wide initiatives.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Work both independently and collaboratively.
• Accept constructive feedback and implement changes.
• Exhibit leadership qualities and a positive attitude.
• Commit to professional growth and meet established goals.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required
• Bachelor’s Degree. 
• Teaching Credential (Education Specialist, Special Education, Reading Instruction, Math or related certification). 
• Certification or in-process of certification in The Wilson Reading System (Level 1 or higher) or The Orton-Gillingham Approach (Classroom Educator, Associate Level or higher). 
• Minimum of 3 years teaching structured literacy or lower school math. 

• Preferred
• Special Education experience. 
• Master’s degree in special education, teaching, linguistics, literacy, or a related ?eld.

About Park Century School

Park Century School was founded in 1968 as an independent not-for-profit, co-educational day school to meet the needs of children who learn differently. Park Century serves students between the ages of 5 to 14 or grades K- 8, living in the South Bay to the San Fernando Valley and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Park Century’s mission is to empower bright children with learning differences to reach their academic and personal potential. Students flourish within our individualized, evidence-based curriculum and supportive environment. In collaboration with their families, the school inspires students to develop into resilient self-advocates and builds a foundation for lifelong achievement. Park Century School is founded on the principle of honoring the diversity of the human and educational experience. We seek applicants who recognize that all children can learn when provided with explicit instruction targeted at meeting students' individual needs. Park Century School seeks candidates committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive teaching and learning community. We value multiple perspectives and do not discriminate based on race, culture, religion, age,... national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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