Summer School Teacher

The Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools serves 1600 students from PreK-12 and is a free, open-enrollment public charter school. Over 92% of our students are Latinx. Our school system consists of Guadalupe Centers High School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers Elementary School. Our system grew out of Guadalupe Centers’ educational programming. Guadalupe Centers is the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US since 1919. Our roots in our community run deep.  

There are many benefits to working at GCCS with some of them being:

• Student and Families: GCCS teachers strive to form strong relationships with our students and their families. Our organization grew out of Guadalupe Centers, the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the US. These community ties are integral to who we are. 

• Staff Autonomy: Teachers at GCCS appreciate having the autonomy to try proven and new approaches in their classroom and are encouraged to innovate. The experience of teachers is valued and they are given space to collaborate and share their best practice. 

• Coaching and Development: Staff at GCCS collaborate with their leaders on their growth and development. GCCS teachers set a professional development goal in collaboration with their coaches, and colleagues, and in district initiatives. All staff are aligned on working on their development over the year.

Additional benefits include but are not limited to Competitive compensation and benefits, a qualifying relocation stipend upon hire, a bilingual (Spanish) stipend upon hire, and tuition reimbursement. GCCS has also expanded our benefits around well-being and mental health. 

Summary:  

A Summer School Teacher must be goal-oriented, hardworking, and enthusiastic about fostering children in their academic and social growth. The ideal candidate has a passion for working with children from diverse backgrounds in an urban setting. 

Reports To: Building Principal

Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Create a safe and positive classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a positive climate where students are actively engaged in the learning process. 
• Implement ESL strategies and scaffolding for student understanding (Listening & Reading), student interaction, and student production (Speaking & Writing) across all WIDA levels to increase the achievement of English Language Learners (ELLs) across all content area standards.
• Identify instructional resources and strategies to address the needs of individual students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. 
• Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures to document student progress and meet mandated requirements. 
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the implementation of the established curriculum.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, colleagues, and community members. 
• Serve as a positive role model to demonstrate professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, colleagues, and community members. 
• Assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or standards to determine gains in student performance and provide feedback to students, parents, and administration. 
• Participate in professional growth opportunities. 
• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits and other related duties to ensure an effective work environment. Attend all meetings with parents and give input concerning the creation of an Individual Education Plan or a 504 Plan
• Ensure implementation of all modifications and accommodations for students with Special Needs (IEP/504)
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement of professional practice, cultural competence, and ability to meet the specific instructional needs of culturally and linguistically diverse students.

• Manage student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Respond to emergencies to resolve immediate safety Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong organizational skills. 
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Committed to working with under-served students.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary or Secondary Education.
• Missouri State Certification in Elementary or Secondary Education. 

• Two to four years of experience working in a classroom setting.
• Experience in an urban school setting is preferred. 
• Bilingual ability, English required and Spanish preferred.
• Highly Qualified Status (this status requires the following)
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Appropriate certification for the course/grade level being taught.
• Documentation of content expertise in the area being taught. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout school and classroom. 
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the school and other facilities as needed.

Application Process: 

Please complete an application which may be found in our Career Portal. If a position requires a degree, please upload a copy of transcripts and/or degree certification to your application. Other attachments such as a cover letter or resume can also be uploaded and attached to the application.

Those wanting to work past the hours after the conclusion of the GES Summer School Program also have the opportunity to work the GCI summer school program. If this is of interest to you, we ask that you please send an email expressing your desire to work in this program to Natalie Brady, GCI HR Assistant at nbrady@guadalupecenters.org, or call 816-702-7239.

GUADALUPE CENTERS, INC. conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities’ individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are Equal Opportunity Employer, who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information or Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, and prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint, or otherwise oppose discrimination.