High School Math Teacher

HighTech LA is seeking a highly skilled high school Math teacher to join the #1 Charter High School in the California (USC School Performance Dashboard.)  Housed in a state of the art facility, HTLA is a 415-student college preparatory charter high school located in the Van Nuys neighborhood of the San Fernando Valley.  In addition to being a college prep school, HTLA focuses on student collaboration through project based learning and performance assessments. Math teachers are expected to implement a rigorous student-centered curriculum and facilitate learning through strong classroom lessons. They must also examine and report student learning and progress through regular assessments. The teacher must also maintain student attendance records and other data and are expected to participate in ongoing professional development and stay informed about developments in their field.  HighTech LA is seeking a collaborative, dedicated, student centered teacher looking to grow as an educator and mentor high school students. Candidates should be willing to work past the school day and go the extra mile to support all students. Those applying should have experience in the high school setting and competence in all levels of Mathematics – through Calculus and including Statistics, using a variety of teaching strategies to help reach all students.   Before applying please visit our website and include answers to these questions in addition to your resume and personal statement.  

1. After looking at the qualities we expect our students to have, briefly describe how you will help them achieve our 5 expected student-learning results. 
2. Math is one of the most difficult classes for high schoolers, describe some of your best practices that makes math accessible, relevant, and interesting to learn?
3. Describe a time in your teaching when you tried something new in the classroom and it ultimately failed or didn’t go as you had planned. What did you learn from that experience and how have you applied that to your current teaching?

Requirements for Applying Requirements:  Single Subject Credential, Ability to teach all levels of Math, Letters of Recommendation, Resume, and a Letter of Introduction. Please no phone calls or emails -- simple Edjoin application and required documents only.