Status: full-time, exempt; 190-day/academic calendar

Compensation: $48,000-$53,000 based on experience and licensing

Reports to: Director of Academics, Director of Student Life

Location: Mt. Scott Learning Center, 6148 SE Holgate Blvd., Portland (on major bus lines)

Start date: August 2022

POSITION SUMMARY

Mt. Scott Learning Center is a unique, community-oriented school that serves high school students who have not been successful in the traditional learning environment. We are seeking a full-time Social Studies teacher to work with high school students in our accredited, diploma-based program.

Teachers are responsible for developing highly differentiated curriculum and for providing instruction in academic classes as well as an advisory group. Applicants should be experienced with creating engaging curriculum.  The position requires that the teacher maintains regular contact with parents or guardians of an advisory group of students while providing support, mentorship and academic counseling for those students. Ideal candidates will have experience working with diverse groups of students who have struggled in the traditional school environment.  Strong classroom management skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students of different cultures and socio-economic backgrounds are a must. 

Mt. Scott Learning Center is a school dedicated to providing underserved students the education and opportunity that they deserve. Candidates looking to join a passionate, growth-minded and dedicated team of educators are encouraged to apply. 

ABOUT US

Mt. Scott Learning Center is a nonprofit options high school working to re-engage students who have struggled to succeed in large traditional high schools. We believe our greatest strength is in the relationships we build—between teachers and students, between staff and student families, between colleagues, and with our supporters. Our student body is a diverse community with unique learning needs and a wide variety of skills and challenges. They are what drives us. We are proud to maintain a graduation rate of over 90%, and one of the lowest dropout rates in the Portland area.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You are committed to educational equity and the belief that all students are capable of success
• You are excited to work with a team of dedicated, passionate adults to support students
• You use a firm but fair approach to help students grow and reach their full potential
• You maintain a calm and positive attitude with students, parents, and others, even when they are not at their best
• You work well independently and with a team
• You thrive on helping unique people find unique solutions
• You balance priorities, schedules, and deadlines with grace, flexibility, and a clear commitment to achieving successful outcomes for the people you are working with

YOUR IMPACT AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Classroom instruction

• Developing engaging curriculum and instructional strategies aligned with the Common Core State Standards
• Differentiate instruction to accommodate students with a variety of learning styles and skill levels
• Provide effective classroom management; embed the teaching of social skills and student success skills into classes
• Maintain attendance and academic records, such as regular progress reports and grade reports
• Participate as an active and generative team member with colleagues
• Maintain visibility, and awareness and contribute to supervision during passing periods, meals, and off campus trips
• Model professionalism and strong boundaries at all times

Advisory role

• Maintain regular contact with parents or guardians or advisees while providing support, mentorship and academic counseling for a group of advisees
• Support student understanding of academic credit needs and other requirements needed for success in school
• Assist advisees with academic planning and goal setting
• Facilitate lessons and build community with the group of advisees