Star Academy, a non-profit, non-public school, located in San Rafael, CA, serving students with learning differences in grades 2-post-secondary, is seeking a Full Time Head Teacher for our Post High School program (ages 18-22). Star Academy’s mission is to help students with complex learning differences experience academic success through a multisensory approach.
Our students face mild to moderate challenges such as: dyslexia, executive functioning deficits, dyscalculia, auditory processing, dysgraphia, ADHD and Autism. Post high school students all benefit from Star’s calm, nurturing, and supportive environment, which is conducive to learning. Students in the post high school setting attend classes at the College of Marin, engage in work experience in the community and cultivate independent living skills through class and community related activities.
We are seeking a patient, kind and thoughtful educator to work with a team of 3 assistant teachers in Post High School setting. Candidates will have the following qualifications:
· Teaching credential: the ideal candidate will have a clear California Mild/Moderate Disabilities credential with the Autism authorization. We will also accept a General Education, multi-subject teaching credential.
· Two years of experience working with High School Transition or Post High School students with learning differences in an educational setting is strongly preferred.
· Knowledge of Individualized Transition Plans, executive functioning, life skills, and assistive technology strategies and tools.
· Strong classroom management skills.
· Strong communication skills.
Duties will include but may not be limited to:
· Case management of students with IEPs and privately funded students.
· Supervision of Assistant Teachers regarding daily responsibilities, student monitoring and lesson plan implementation.
· Planning, preparing and delivering instructional materials that facilitate a positive and effective learning experience.
· Adapting teaching methods and materials to meet varying student needs and interests.
· Collaborating with specialists to give students opportunities to observe, question and investigate while practicing various academic and social skills.
· Supervising students at the College of Marin and PHS campus during snack break, lunch and transitions.
· Participating in full staff and team meetings.
Star Academy is a highly collaborative and supportive workplace environment offering a competitive salary and excellent medical, dental and vision benefits.
Contract duration: 185 days, 183 of which are teaching/student days.
To apply submit:
· Resume, cover letter and three references
· Copy of teaching credentials
Documents, in pdf format, to be emailed via the link provided.
Position will be posted until filled.
Star Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
