Job Description

Join to apply for the High School Chemistry Teacher role at Green Dot Public Schools California . Green Dot is dedicated to providing high‑quality instruction, central to the academic success of our students. Our teachers excel in delivering a superior education grounded in the rigorous requirements of Common Core State Standards and the expectations of state college systems. Our approach embodies the principles of intellectual preparation and universal design for learning, offering accessible and effective education for all learners, regardless of learning styles or abilities. We emphasize collaboration and vertical articulation to align teaching methods across grade levels. Our curriculum, while adhering to Common Core, allows teachers flexibility to craft innovative lesson plans that meet rigorous academic standards and individual learning needs. We support professional development and growth, with teachers represented by the Asociación de Maestros Unidos (AMU), an affiliate of the California Teachers’ Association and the National Education Association. Visit greendot.org/teach-at-green-dot to learn more about teaching at Green Dot and view our current 2024‑25 salary scale. Visit mygreendotbenefits.benefitseasy.net to learn more about our robust benefit offerings, and tinyurl.com/3nbzut9b to view our Los Angeles high school locations. Essential Responsibilities Exhibit and uphold Green Dot core values. Create a culture of learning in the classroom. Engage in data‑driven planning and assessment of student learning. Establish a culture of respect and rapport to support students’ emotional safety. Facilitate rigorous learning by delivering cognitively engaging lessons that incorporate our instructional methodologies. Engage in critical reflection and continuously revise practice to increase effectiveness. Participate in a professional community across the school site and the Green Dot network. Develop community partnerships by communicating with families and leveraging resources that support student success in college, leadership, and life. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (required). Growth mindset and love of learning. Strong content knowledge and pedagogical understanding; ability to plan and deliver instruction that meets student needs. Relentless commitment to high standards for high‑quality execution. Passionate and highly responsible toward ambitious goals. Excellent collaborative, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. Strong ethical base and self‑awareness. Dependable, humble, sense of humor, and rock‑solid commitment to Green Dot’s mission. Will need to pass a TB test and background check at time of offer. Job Requirements Work hours require consistent attendance during scheduled hours; flexibility is limited by classroom or operational requirements. Breaks are structured within the workday and must align with operational needs and student care requirements. Physical requirements include interacting with students and moving through various parts of the school. Social requirements involve extensive interaction with students, colleagues, and the public. On‑site presence is required; remote work is generally not an option. Information is not an all‑inclusive list of duties and responsibilities or skills required. Credential / License Requirements (California) Possess (or obtain by July 2025) a valid California Preliminary or Clear Single Subject credential in Chemistry. Eligible for a California Single Subject Intern credential in Chemistry (must earn by July 2025). Eligible for a Short‑Term Staff Permit or Provisional Internship Permit and have a valid CPR certification meeting American Heart Association or American Red Cross standards. Compensation – Salary For credentialed teachers, salary ranges from $71,085 to $127,985 (2024‑25 scale) based on education level and experience. For aspiring teachers without credentials, salary range is $62,316 to $63,866 (2024‑25 scale). Visit greendot.org/teach-at-green-dot to obtain an estimate of potential salary. Compensation – Benefits 100% no‑cost premium Anthem Vivity HMO for employee and dependents. 100% no‑cost premium options for dental and vision; options to purchase other plans. Employee Assistance Program, Life and AD&D Insurance, Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts. Mentor‑based Teacher Induction Program (100% reimbursable). Wellness programs and resources, financial planning/coaching, student loan forgiveness. California State Teachers Retirement System participation, longevity salary step increases (years 4, 8, 13). Annual exemplary attendance bonus. Paid stipend work opportunities as needed. Approved family care and/or medical leave (unpaid), ~198‑day work year. Paid Time Off 10 days during the school year for personal illness/injury. 25 days during the school year for Fall, Winter, and Spring breaks, plus 6 additional paid holidays. 3‑5 days bereavement leave. Application Procedure Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted; hiring is on a rolling basis. Equal Opportunity Statement Green Dot Public Schools has embedded a diversity, equity and inclusion lens. We are committed to hiring those who reflect the diversity of our communities and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. We do not sponsor any applicant for temporary or permanent U.S. employment‑based visas and do not hire applicants currently holding such visas. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Education Industries Education #J-18808-Ljbffr Green Dot Public Schools California

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