Teacher (San Rafael, CA)

　　ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

　　Catholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease -- to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.

　　ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

　　Catholic Charities is one of the largest, oldest, and most comprehensive nonprofit human services organizations in Northern California, annually reaching more than 60,000 vulnerable individuals of all faiths in San Francisco, San Mateo, and Marin Counties. With a staff of approximately 450, reaching peaks of nearly 600 with seasonal hires, a budget of $54.3 million, and a current governing board of 27, this venerable, fully-accredited, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit addresses some of the most pressing community needs – homelessness, generational poverty, immigration, inequality, hunger, aging in isolation, and communicable disease -- to name a few – with compassion and services of highest quality.

　　PROGRAM & POSITION SUMMARY

　　Catholic Charities St. Vincent’s ORR provides residential care and placement support to male unaccompanied minors ages 6 -17 in San Rafael, CA following the guidelines set forth by the Office of Refugee Resettlement. This program provides a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment that serves the whole child through comprehensive medical and mental health care, nutrition, educational programming, counseling, legal assistance, case management, religious access, and age-appropriate acculturation and recreation.

　　With an emphasis on strengths- and evidence-based, client-centered, and trauma-informed care, delivered by an experienced bilingual staff, we will provide a secure and enriching environment for all youth. An individualized service plan will move each child toward a successful safe and timely release and permanent home placement while building a robust support framework that will follow the child upon entering their new community setting.

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

　　TheTeacherprovideeducationalservicesandassessments,includingcurriculumbuilding,meetingFloresstandardsforeducationalrequirements.The Teacheris responsible for curriculum development which facilitates instruction appropriate for students with a variety of academic competencies, backgrounds, skills, and learning needs. To design and implement daily instruction of all core subject areas to include: ESL, PE and Vocational Courses, in order to ensure compliance with government and organizational policies. The Teacher promote a positive climate of learning and excellence where students have the opportunity to enhance their developmental growth. The instructor may also serve as a liaison between the student, other classroom teachers and staff.

　　Create a safe and inclusive classroom environment of respect and rapport to ensure a positive learning experience for youth with diverse backgrounds.

　　Provide education by organizing and preparing materials for daily instruction while ensuring the inventory of classroom materials, may include: textbooks, furniture, and other equipment needed to assist in the provision of instruction.

　　Provideinstructiontostudentsindividuallyandingroups,usingvariousteachingmethodssuchaslectures,discussions,anddemonstrations.

　　Establishclearobjectivesforalllessons,units,andprojectsandcommunicatethoseobjectivestostudents.

　　Planandconductactivitiesfor abalancedprogramofinstruction,demonstration,andworktimethatprovidesstudentswithopportunitiestoobserve,question,andinvestigate.

　　Observeandevaluatestudents’worktodetermineprogressandmakesuggestionsforimprovement

　　Adaptteachingmethodsandinstructionalmaterialstomeetstudents’varyingneeds,abilities,andinterests.

　　Work under the supervision of the Educational Lead.

　　Serveasaliaisonbetweenthestudent,and other departments,especiallywithrespecttoculturalandlanguagedifferences,andprovidingcross-culturalinformationtoallpartiesthatfosterpositiverelationships.

　　Develop Individualized Educational Plans to report and document student’s developmental progress (cognitive, emotional, social and physical).

　　Handlestudentissueswithinprogramandorganizationalpolicies(e.g.studentrequestsforclasschanges,absenteeism,potentialconflictsetc.).

　　Attendmandatorytrainingsandothertrainingstoenhanceprofessionaldevelopment,participatingin aminimumof40hoursofrequiredrefreshertrainingspercalendaryear—andassurethatCPRandCPItrainingarecompletedannuallywithinoneyearofthelastdateinwhichtheemployeelasttookthem.

　　Attend all departmental and program meetings to ensure that up-to-date information is received and/or information of policy changes or practice are adhered to.

　　Assist with the planning and coordination of special educational events to include but not limited to spelling bee, science fair, acculturation activities (to include but not limited to Cesar Chavez Day, Thanksgiving, Chinese New Year, Fourth of July, Holi (Festival of Colors), 16th of September), Educational Outings (to include but not limited to visits to museums, Zoological gardens and aquariums)

　　Ensure the initial Academic Diagnostic Assessment is administered to youth within 72 hours upon arrival

　　Administer the post Academic Diagnostic Assessment within 45 days from the date of the initial assessment

　　Promptlyreport1)anycivilorcriminalconvictions,charges,arrests,investigationsoradjudications—thatmayarisesincestaffmember’slastbackgroundinvestigations,includingbutnotlimitedto,and2)havingengagedin orattemptedtoengageinsexualabuse,sexualharassmentorinappropriatesexualbehavior;havingbeencivillyoradministrativelyadjudicatedtohaveengagedin orattemptedtoengagein1.or2.Above.

　　Adherestootherrequestsasindicatedbysupervisor.

　　Follow Catholic Charities and ORR Policies.

　　Nothinginthisjobdescriptionrestrictsmanagement'srighttoassignorreassigndutiesandresponsibilitiestothisjobatanytime.

　　QU ALIFICATIO N S

　　Toperformthisjobsuccessfully,anindividualmustbeabletoperformeachessentialdutysatisfactorily.Therequirementslistedbelowarerepresentativeoftheknowledge,skill,and/orabilityrequired.Reasonableaccommodationmaybemadetoenableindividualswithdisabilitiestoperformtheessentialfunctions.

　　Education&Experience:

　　Bachelor’sDegree.

　　Minimum 3 years experience.

　　Teaching Credential/Substitute permit,certificationbyrelevantgovernment.

　　Trainingtomeetthespecialneedsofunaccompaniedchildren.

　　MustbebilingualinEnglishandSpanish.

　　Knowledge,Skills&Abilities:

　　KnowledgeofthestructureandcontentoftheEnglishandSpanishlanguageincludingthemeaningandspellingofwords,rulesofcomposition,andgrammar.

　　Knowledgeofprinciplesandmethodsforcurriculumandtrainingdesign,teachingandinstructionforindividualsandgroups.

　　Abilitytoselectandusetraining/instructionalmethodsandproceduresappropriateforthesituationwhenteachingnewconcepts.

　　Abilitytocommunicateinformationandideassootherswillunderstand.

　　Abilitytodevelopconstructiveandcooperativeworkingrelationshipswithothersandmaintainingthemovertime.

　　Abilitytodemonstrateapositiveattitudeandremainprofessionalinallsituations.

　　Excellentinterpersonalskillsinordertocollaboratewithallstakeholdersandaninterestinworkinginamulticulturalenvironment.

　　Act33/34andFBIClearancesRequired.

　　Allclearancesmustbereceivedpriorto30daysfromdateofhireoremployeemustbepulledfromflooruntilclearancesdoarrive.

　　Cleared Tuberculosis test results.

　　Demonstratesthenecessaryattitudes,knowledgeandskillstodeliverculturallycompetentservicesandworkeffectivelyincross-culturalsituations.

　　DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

　　CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability, or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

　　Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

　　DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

　　In accordance with the requirements of title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), Catholic Charities SF does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities. Furthermore, Catholic Charities SF does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with all regulations promulgated by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission under title I of the ADA

　　CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is committed to providing equal employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, legal domicile status, veteran status, disability or AIDS/HIV status or any other characteristic protected under federal or state law.

　　Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

　　Department or Program: ORR

　　This is a non-management position

　　Union status:

　　Fingerprinting clearance:

　　TB Screening:

　　COVID-19 Proof of Vaccination:

　　Pay Range: $70,000 - $74,000