Teacher: Music/Art, Elementary/Middle School - Sojourner Truth Independent Study (2024-25)

Oakland Unified School District - Alameda, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Alameda, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) is seeking passionate and dedicated educators for the 2024-25 school year to join our intentional and caring community. We are committed to creating joyful, healing, and liberatory spaces of learning for our students, families, and communities. Our educators are equity-focused and resilient, embodying our core values of putting students first, promoting joy, ensuring equity, striving for excellence, maintaining integrity, and being culturally responsive. OUSD's mission is to build a Full Service Community District that focuses on high academic achievement while serving the whole child. We aim to eliminate inequity and provide each child with excellent teachers every day. Our vision is for all OUSD students to find joy in their academic experiences and graduate equipped with the skills necessary to become caring, competent, fully-informed, critical thinkers prepared for success in college, career, and community. Our strategic plan emphasizes four key initiatives: ensuring strong third-grade readers, supporting powerful graduates, creating inspiring schools, and growing a diverse and stable staff. We believe that building and maintaining caring relationships with students and families is foundational to teaching, and that maintaining high expectations for all students is best achieved through an asset-based lens. We are looking for educators who are committed to creating equitable conditions in education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging music and art curricula for elementary and middle school students.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages creativity and self-expression.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with students and their families to support their educational journey.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the educational experience and participate in Professional Learning Communities.
• Assess student progress and provide feedback to support their growth and development in music and art.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to improve teaching practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Eligibility for employment in the US and ability to pass a criminal background check.
• Possession of, or willingness to earn, a California teaching credential authorizing instruction in core curriculum.
• Completed online application, resume, and cover letter.
• Two current professional references, including one from a supervisor.
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or commitment to weekly testing upon request.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in teaching music or art at the elementary or middle school level.
• Familiarity with culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Ability to integrate technology into the music and art curriculum.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries based on experience, education level, and credentials.
• Acceptance of up to twelve years of full-time teaching experience on the salary schedule.
• Full medical, dental, and vision benefits, including Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement benefits through the CALSTRS Retirement System.
• Tuition and debt relief for selected teachers in specific programs.