Elementary Art Teacher Immersion School Grades K-5 (26-27 SY)

ELEMENTARY  ART TEACHER IMMERSION SCHOOL - GRADES K-5  (26-27 SY)

Terms of Employment:  Full Time, 10-month Employee
Reports to: Principal, Immersion School
Salary:  Current Odyssey Charter School Teacher Salary Scale
 
About Us:
The future is brighter than ever for Odyssey Charter School, and we are in search of highly motivated, equally passionate individuals to join our TAam! Odyssey is a full-scale K-12 Charter School currently serving 2,400+ students. Our School is grounded in Hellenic Education, has a growing, nationally recognized, dual Greek language immersion program, the only one in the country; OCS is also proud of its innovative green initiative, community food program, and high academic outcomes. Odyssey is united in our mission to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens who utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills grounded in the classical teachings of Greek education and language. This approach trains students to use the Socratic Method and inquiry approach to learning while leveraging their unique skills and talents equitably and democratically to create a positive culture where all students can find success.  


Minimum Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid Delaware Certificate in required content area in accordance with 14 Del. C. § 1531.
• Successful completion of Praxis II exams
• Successful teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching Greek as a foreign/second language in a K-12 foreign language program preferred
• Experience working in diverse, low-income communities; sensitivity to and awareness of news of culturally diverse urban students and families.
• Proven track record of support and data driven decision making.
• Experience implementing successful strategies that improve achievement and outcomes for diverse learners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach Art to Elementary Immersion grade students.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of the students.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate superior.
• Encourages students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides reports as required, as well as notifying parents of student progress when necessary.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction (as necessary) to meet all students where they are. Determines the appropriate pace for instruction related to students' abilities and explains material and subject content to students and parents. Differentiates instruction for students based upon need and works with students and other teachers in inclusive settings.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
• Works cooperatively with all staff and parents.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Standard Requirements

• Favorable Criminal Background Check
• Favorable Child Abuse Registry Check
• Tuberculin Test
• Mandatory Direct Deposit of paycheck 

Important Application Information

Interested applicants must apply online and upload:

• Letter of interest
• Resume
• Proof of certification
• Most recent job evaluation
• Three professional references (supervisors or managers) 

For assistance with the application process or to request a paper application, please contact the OCS Human Resources Team at 302-516-8000.

Application Procedures

Internal Candidates:
Qualified applicants must complete an online application or submit a current resume with license/certification information. Letters of recommendation are optional.

External Candidates:
Qualified applicants must complete an online application and submit:

• Letter of interest
• Current resume
• Recent evaluations and/or student teaching evaluations
• Transcripts
• Current, Active License/Certification
• Three (3) professional references, must be supervisory level
• Three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year 

Previous submissions will not automatically be considered. Applicants must apply specifically for the Job ID associated with this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Odyssey Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Delaware Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant laws.