Track Educator

Description:

Basic qualifications

• An undergraduate degree in a related field is required and a strong background in secondary education with a clear understanding and embrace of Geffen Academy’s mission, vision, and values. A Master’s Degree is preferred.
• Two to three years of secondary teaching experience and the ability to create inquiry/phenomena-based curriculum for middle and upper school students.
• Experience working in a Makerspace/shop environment.and are resourceful and creative.
• A sincere commitment to professional development in pedagogy and your content area.
• A passionate commitment to innovation, design and technology, and a desire to work with all types of learners.
• Proven ability to develop curricula and teach effectively using inquiry-based learning.
• Experience in a “bring your own device” educational setting and/or commitment to a BYOD program.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to articulate and explain instructional issues to colleagues, students, and families.
• Must be self-directed and able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruption.
• Must be capable of developing and sustaining effective working relationships with colleagues in the department and with other UCLA and Geffen Academy staff on matters of interdisciplinary and institutional concern.
• Experience in a variety of instructional and co-curricular/extra-curricular roles within a secondary school is a plus.