6th Grade ELA/History Teacher at Griffin… · Vallejo

About the Employer

Welcome to Griffin Technology Academies! Griffin Technology Academies is located in one of the most affordable areas to live in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are less than 35 miles from downtown San Francisco and thirteen miles away from Napa Valley. The city is filled with open spaces, cultural events, new and old businesses, and most importantly, a sense of community. Griffin Technology Academies (GTA Schools) is a network of 4 charter schools in Vallejo, California, that focuses on providing students with a high-quality education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. The first GTA charter, Mare Island Technology Academy Middle and High Schools, was founded in 2001, later adding Griffin Academy Middle and High Schools in 2018. GTA Schools serve students in grades 6-12. Griffin Technology Academies offer a variety of programs and services designed to support students in achieving academic success. These include: small class sizes, personalized instruction, extracurricular activities, and enrichment opportunities like burgeoning athletic programs, before and after school care programs, early college (dual enrollment, articulation, concurrent enrollment), AVID, and CTE courses. The schools also provide students with access to technology resources, including laptops and tablets. Students in high school also have opportunities for community service, internships, and career exploration experiences coordinated through GTA’s Work-Based Learning (WBL) program. What makes our schools special is the partnership between families, community, and educators - each committed to preparing students to become active and responsible citizens in a diverse society by engaging students in a challenging curriculum that provides a solid foundation of academic skills in a safe learning environment. We invite you to come learn with us. GTA offers Full Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life), participation in California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS), California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS), Union Representation, and very competitive salaries.

Job Summary

The teacher provides an educational program that allows all students to master State standards and maximize their potential. To develop in the student skills, knowledge, concepts, generalizations, principles, appreciations, and attitudes that will promote fullest possible academic and physical development and assist him/her in valuing the dignity and worth of himself/herself and others. He/she provides within the classroom an educational program for the students and assists in other school programs as required by the site administrator and/or District policy.

Requirements / Qualifications

Interns are welcome to apply!

• Copy of Transcript (showing proof of degree(s) awarded)

• Credential Copy

• English Learner Authorization (CTC screenprint showing authorization)

• Letter of Introduction

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 recent letters within the past year)

• Resume

• Single Subject Teaching Credential - English (or related field)

Comments and Other Information

Attach all requested documents to your online application in PDF format. You will need to scan each document separately. Make sure the file size for each attachment is 1 MB or lower.

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