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Our Piece of the Pie, Inc. CERTIFIED HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER in Hartford, Connecticut
Service Area: Education Reports to: Principal Supervises: N/A FLSA Classification: Exempt
OPPortunity Academy, the academic arm of OPP is a unique alternative high school in Hartford, CT. At OA, we believe that the most important service we can offer to young people is to provide them with authentic opportunities to develop, increase, and exercise their own agency. This means that students MUST be in the driver's seat when it comes to their own education. They MUST have the freedom to make critical choices, express their authentic voices, and advocate for themselves without fear of judgment. They MUST become the producers of knowledge.
The role of this position is to deliver a rigorous blended learning academic environment for our youth. One that sets high expectations, data-driven, and effectively blends individualized online curriculum with student-centered project-based learning.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging, rigorous lessons, according to students needs and the provided curriculum, where applicable Maintain a positive, safe, and organized learning environment Implement school-wide student management policies within classroom Make parental contact by phone and/or conduct home visits when necessary Partner with YDS for the individualized coordination of school-wide programs and services for each student (i.e. tutoring, mentoring, parental engagement, workforce development, and post-secondary educational plans, etc.) Demonstrate knowledge and support of Schools mission, values, standards, policies and procedures, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws, local board policies, administrative guidelines, and the CT Educators Code of Ethics Serve as appropriate role model for schools colleagues, students, staff, and parents Conduct self in a professional manner during all school meetings Accomplish tasks as appropriately assigned or requested.
Requirements Connecticut certified (034) or in process of obtaining a certification. Bachelors Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution. Two years of teaching experience preferred with a proven record of high student achievement.