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NECESSARY MATERIALS FOR APPLICATION:
-Letter of Introduction
-Resume (Full Work History)
-Letters of Recommendation: Three (3) current (all dated within the last 3 years), professional letters (one must be from a current or former Administrator (such as a principal, Assistant Principal, etc))
-Copy of Transcripts: Unofficial copies of all college/university transcripts
-Credential Copy: Credential Copy (Proof of valid, current, and appropriate California teaching credential as a PDF print out from CTC (copy should reflect dates of issuance and expiration)
-English Learner Authorization (If not embedded in credential, provide a copy of CLAD, CTEL or equivalent) if applicable
Please note: All required documents must be submitted at the time of application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted or reviewed.
Personalized Learning Teacher Plus (2025/26 School Year)
Job Description
Reports To: Assistant Principal, Personalized Learning TK-8 Academy (or designee)
FLSA Status: Exempt
School Classification: Certificated
Pay Scale: Range 7: $78,053 - $97,756
*Newly hired teachers are eligible for up to 10 years of service credit (up to Step K)
Work Schedule: 190 days/11 months
Location: Onsite and Remote Office
Position Summary: The teacher supports and guides students in meeting their educational goals and ensuring they are successful in an independent study environment. Required duties include administrative responsibilities and completion of all required paperwork as outlined below. Teachers are required to participate in all staff meetings, trainings and/or sessions. Teachers are expected to uphold the school's mission and shared values, philosophy, and policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional Support:
The teacher meets with assigned students and parents to support the student's academic needs and to facilitate adequate progress to the common core state standards. This includes completing all educational and administrative duties, paperwork, and other tasks as needed to achieve this goal. Professional support is not limited to the school calendar days.
Teacher responsibilities:

1. Develops a personalized educational plan with each family at the beginning of each learning period, and assigns work in each subject area
2. Evaluates, updates, and documents student progress towards the educational plan/assignments and school and Common Core State Standards by examining the entire body of student learning at the Learning Period Meeting (LPM) and engaging the student through evaluative discussion, observation and informal assessment.
3. Collects and assesses work samples each learning period, and uses those samples for portfolio submission
4. Stays current with school policy and procedure
5. Completes the required paperwork and documentation for each student according to individual deadlines
6. Communicates school information, advises and supports parents and students
7. Ensures students' academic needs are met by researching curriculum options and ordering appropriate curriculum
8. Suggests and provides information regarding available educational opportunities
9. Maintains an accurate teacher budget
10. Prepares for and attends IEP and other required meetings for assigned students
11. Uses computer technology, email, the Internet, and other technology
12. Attends mandatory teacher trainings such as annual all school meetings and regular Regional Meetings
13. Completes online and other trainings as determined as necessary by the school
14. Proctors state mandated tests and administers any charter required assessments, such as the local assessment
15. Participates in WASC focus groups and completes assigned WASC related projects/tasks
16. Supports middle school students and parents with high school planning
17. Attends and assists with school events and field trips when needed
18. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for teaching live synchronous classes
19. Employs a wide variety of teaching methods designed to create opportunities for deep understanding and differentiated instruction for all levels of ability within a class, including serving students identified with special needs
20. Provides a learning environment that stimulates creativity and individuality to support student success and provides opportunities for project based learning
21. Manages behavior of learners in virtual instructional setting to ensure environment is conducive to the learning process
22. Proactively monitors the progress and learning of students through online platforms and systems and assists students with working towards mastery of content
23. Plans and manages allotted learning time effectively to maximize student achievement
24. Assists the school with the collection of materials returned by families and the process for re-issuing items to students as needed
25. Creates reports as needed for the department regarding student enrollment and progress
26. Serves and meets with students during normal business hours unless prior approval has been extended by supervisor

Paperwork and Documentation:
The teacher must complete all paperwork and documentation necessary to serve each assigned student. Completed documentation must be submitted by specific due dates as specified by the school. The required documentation includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Master Agreements and other enrollment paperwork
2. Attendance documentation
3. Assignment and Work Record (AWR) in School Pathways to document student learning--to be completed within five (5) school workdays from the date of the Learning Period Meeting (LPM)
4. Report Cards
5. Portfolios
6. Purchase Orders
7. Checkout (performed after last day of school)
8. IEP paperwork
9. Additional paperwork as needed

Student Support:
The teacher is expected to serve students with varying needs. A broad base of educational knowledge, as well as a thorough understanding of educational opportunities available through the school, is necessary in order to support families adequately. This knowledge must include, but is not limited to, familiarity with the following:

1. School and Common Core State Standards
2. Curricular options to meet the standards
3. Learning approaches and teaching philosophies
4. School graduation requirements
5. School and community in-services available
6. Internet resources
7. Distance learning
8. Field Trips
9. High School specific information

The teacher is responsible for answering educational questions posed by their families, performing research, using the teacher manual, and consulting their assigned director/principal as needed.
Other Duties:

1. Responds to all school related communication within 24 business hours
2. Documents and refers to the school's management all formal disciplinary actions involving students; supporting management with addressing and resolving complaints from students and parents in a timely manner; ensuring compliance with the provisions of California Penal Code Section 11166 (Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act)
3. Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education & Experience:

1. Two years of successful teaching experience in the classroom setting preferred
2. Experience in a homeschool/independent study model highly desirable
3. A valid, current, and appropriate California state teaching credential for teaching staff. A copy of Teaching Credential to be provided and kept current
4. English Language Authorization required

Other Qualifications:

1. State and federal fingerprint clearance (LiveScan) to work with students (Ed. Code 44237). No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and human resources notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance.
2. Proof of a clear TB test or signed certificate of completion dated within the last 60 days (Ed. Code 49406 and AB 1667) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years.
3. The employee is expected to acquire and maintain a working computer with an internet connection and a printer.
4. Hold and maintain a valid California Driver's License; proof of automobile insurance; and full time use of a dependable automobile that is insured pursuant to California regulations

Knowledge:

1. Computer and technology literacy: Operate office equipment including a calculator, copier, fax machine, computer and assigned software.
2. Google docs, Google spreadsheets and other online collaboration tools to send and receive information
3. Basic arithmetic calculations"

Skills:

1. Conflict resolution
2. Record-keeping techniques
3. Methods of collecting and organizing data and information

Abilities:

1. Embraces Sage Oak's core values
2. Maintains integrity at all times
3. Works independently with little direction
4. Maintains developed, clear communication and interpersonal skills that maintain a respectful, professional, and courteous manner
5. Maintains flexible and adaptable mindset
6. Demonstrates sensitivity to individual differences and cultural backgrounds
7. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information
8. Follows established procedures and meets all established deadlines

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Hear and speak to exchange information
2. Dexterity of hands and fingers
3. See to read a variety of materials
4. Bend at the waist, kneel or crouch
5. Sit or stand for extended periods of time
6. Lifting objects up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Office environment, regularly operating a computer and other office equipment
2. Noise level is generally moderate
3. Meetings conducted in public and office settings
4. Indoor and outdoor in varying temperatures
5. Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 200 miles in a day

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
Employer is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, and promotion of individuals in all job classifications will be conducted without regard to actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and hairstyle, including but not limited to braids, locks, and twists), color, creed, actual or perceived gender (including gender identity and gender expression), religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), marital status, registered domestic partner status, status as a victim of domestic violence, assault or stalking, age (40 and over), ethnicity, national origin or ancestry (including language use restrictions), citizenship, physical, intellectual or mental disability (including HIV and AIDS), reproductive health decision-making, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer, and genetic characteristics), family or medical leave status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or a related medical condition), genetic information, sexual orientation, political affiliation, military and veteran status, use of cannabis off the job and away from the workplace, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. It also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics, or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Employer's hiring and employment practices may exclude a candidate from consideration where bona fide occupational qualifications exist.
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