Teacher on Special Assigment (Bilingual - English/Spanish)

Company Description

The Multicultural Learning Center (MLC) is a TK-8 dual language public charter school with the mission to bring together a diverse community of learners where cultural and individual differences are the building blocks of academic, social, and intrapersonal success. MLC is diverse by design – aligning policies, programs, and curriculum to support bi-literacy, social emotional wellness, family and community engagement, global competency and social justice. Our four anchors guide our staff and school community in leading this organization and in preparing our students to become bilingual, biliterate global citizens.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion -our students recognize different perspectives and points of view, valuing diversity and creating inclusive spaces through equitable learning. 

Global Citizenry and Bi-Literacy - our school is a community. Our graduates become adults with self- and social-awareness, allowing them to communicate ideas in two languages and with diverse audiences.

Social and Environmental Justice -our students are committed to take action against injustice. They are active in their local communities and knowledgeable about topics that impact our world.

Social-Emotional Competency - our entire team is compassionate and committed to teaching about social-emotional wellness. We give our students and parents the tools to strengthen their mental health and to be better humans. 

MLC is located in Canoga Park in the heart of the San Fernando Valley.

Job Description

The Multicultural Learning Center (MLC) is looking for a Teacher on Special Assignment. This candidate will have experience coaching and leading instructional teams at the middle school level, and knowledge of dual immersion programs, universal design, and project-based learning strategies. This position will report to MLC’s Principal and collaborate with a dynamic team of educators and leaders in support of teacher excellence and student achievement.

Following are Key Areas of Responsibility: 

Assessment & Testing

The Instructional Lead oversees the preparation, scheduling, implementation, and analysis of internal and state testing programs by: 

• leading teachers and staff in the analysis student data to drive instruction.  
• communicating data trends and schoolwide outcomes with families.
• organizing celebrations of student achievement and improvements. 
• collaborating with leadership team on presentations of data during charter oversight and renewal. 
• enforcing standards for assessment and grading policies. 

Academic Achievement 

The Instructional Lead leads a data-driven approach to elevate student achievement in the coaching and development of teachers including the following:  

• supporting teachers in their development and implementation of rigorous instructional plans that meet MLC’s objectives for Universal Design, Project Based Learning, Academic and Social Justice Standards. 
• coaching teachers weekly through observation, feedback, modeling, and co-teaching in areas of need and to meet growth targets. 
• ensuring high levels of student engagement and opportunities to develop creative and critical thinking skills. 
• designing and implementing opportunities for student exhibition and performance of knowledge and skills.  
• upholding standards for dual language instruction in middle school grades.

Culture, Joy, and Creating a Place of Belonging  

The Instructional Lead collaborates with Dean of Culture to create a school environment that celebrates diversity, inclusivity and belonging by:  

• co-facilitating school assemblies and scheduling of guest speakers with Dean of Culture.  
• displaying artifacts of student learning in the hallways and through exhibitions. 
• supporting teachers in implementation of behavioral supports and expectations as needed.  
• teaching a Leadership Course and working with students to create and implement school-wide initiatives and activities.  

Operations  

The Instructional Lead provides guidance to administrative and instructional support staff in collaboration with Dean of Culture including the following: 

• supervising the front office staff to ensure operations are running smoothly and in support of instructional program and daily operations of the campus. 
• supervising and training paraprofessional staff to provide instructional support in the classrooms and in support of universal design strategies. 
• collaborating with Dean of Culture to create schedules, dual-purpose t