ABOUT US:
Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) is a nonprofit organization that advances educational equity. Together with families, schools, and the community we facilitate access to and opportunities for quality educational and wellness practices so children thrive from diapers to diplomas. Founded in 1984, LAEP was the first educational-transformation organization in Los Angeles and among those at the forefront of the movement nationwide.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
In partnership with the school and LAEP, the Teaching and Learning Coordinator will build a sustainable system of student, school and family supports that improves outcomes and creates an environment where students fulfill their potential.

The success of any student depends upon collaboration among educators, parents, nonprofits, government and businesses to create collective impact. Los Angeles Education Partnership is committed to facilitating collaborations that enable students to graduate college and career ready. We do this by enhancing teachers' skills and collaboration, empowering students and parents, and engaging community organizations to partner with schools. Our commitment to creating effective schools is woven into the transformational models that we implement. The Teaching and Learning Coordinator will be hired by LAEP and supervised by the Director of Teaching and Learning.

The Teaching and Learning Coordinator will:
Develop the school's vision:

• Work as part of the LAEP Teaching & Learning Team, focused on the successful development and implementation of the instructional priorities of the school site(s).
• Support school staff in creating organizational rituals that encourage a resilient and hopeful environment, while developing relationships amongst staff and with staff
• Assist in the development of the organizational goals and objectives consistent with the vision, mission, and values of the school.
• Work collaboratively with the Instructional Leadership Team (ILT) and coach teachers in developing/supporting the strategic plan to align the vision, mission, and instructional priorities of the school.
• Support a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration among the staff, teachers, students, and families.
• Partner with LAEP's Community School Coordinators to enhance the connections and use of community resources within the classroom
• Facilitate communication including, e.g., action plans, sustainability plans, or a monthly electronic newsletter.

Employ data analysis:

• Facilitate data analysis of student achievement and participate in preparation of goals and implementation of action plans.
• Assist the school in developing data-informed decision making professional learning to support the establishment of a data driven culture and PLCs.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement a continuous cycle of professional growth that is responsive to student needs.
• Create space to collect and use student voice to contribute to policies and practices

Facilitate professional development:

• Work with existing instructional support, coordinators, coaches and staff to strengthen instruction in all core content areas
• As needed, plan and facilitate weekly common planning periods with lead teachers, department chair persons, and school instructional teams.
• Employ Cognitive Coaching model and Adaptive Schools strategies to support teachers focusing on instructional strategies and classroom practices aligned to research and standards-based practices.
• Conduct demonstration lessons, facilitate peer observations, and provide feedback and ongoing support to ensure effective implementation of Common Core Standards
• Co-plan and co-facilitate ongoing work sessions with departments
• Design & facilitate dynamic, sequential professional development that supports a consistent implementation throughout the school year to all school staff.
• Employ knowledge of adult learning theories and principles when coaching school-based professionals

Implement Coaching:

• Providing teacher consultation, classroom coaching and/or leadership coaching
• Engage school administrators and staff in ongoing consultation and coaching that is reflective, responsive, supportive and contextual and promotes sustainable trauma-informed mindsets, systems, practices and school-community partnerships
• Provide individualized, classroom-based coaching to support teachers in building supportive relationships with students and implementing and sustaining trauma-informed, instructional practices that promote student success and empowerment.
• Facilitate ongoing technical assistance for assigned school sites via virtual and written communication
• Participate in required evaluation activities associated with the project
• LAEP Responsibilities:
• Participate in LAEP project workgroups, feeder pattern networks, coordinator networks, department meetings and all staff development meetings and activities.
• Participate in LAEP activities that support the culture and successes of LAEP and your school sites.
• Participate in the collection and input of LAEP & school site partnerships evaluation data used to measure on-going program effectiveness of service providers and progress toward the school's goals.
• Process documentation as required for administrative procedures, including invoices, timesheets, evaluation materials and tracking logs.

Qualifications

Knowledge:

• A valid California teaching credential
• 5 years minimum full-time, content teaching experience in secondary schools
• Preferred single subject ELA credential
• Prefer Cognitive Coaching and/or Adaptive Schools trained
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)
• BA required, Master's degree preferred in a related field such as education, literacy, or math
• Experience with implementation of Trauma Informed Instruction
• Experience with Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

Skills:

• Experience with project planning for supports to increase student's academic success through parent engagement, school collaboration, and social emotional health
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong written and interpersonal skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Experience developing and facilitating professional development trainings for faculty (i.e. Cognitive coaching; Design Thinking; Asset based strategies; Critical Friends culture; Adaptive schools strategies; Lesson study; Instructional Rounds; Modeling of CCSS-aligned instructional strategies)
• Experience facilitating strategic planning and collaboration around instructional priorities and grading practices
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate collaboration among diverse teachers and staff members
• Demonstrated success in working with students and families of diverse backgrounds
• Ability to quickly establish and maintain cooperative and effective professional relationships, build trust in a limited time, and engage with a broad range of school-based staff and community partners
• Ability to demonstrate effective skills in group facilitation, managing teams/groups, organizational dynamics, and consensus building.
• Cultural awareness and ability to navigate and promote sensitivity with issues of race and equity and knowledge of racial equity and racial justice in the context of public education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to a broad range of audiences
• Comfort using tools and methods to optimize support for a remote staff (distance learning technologies, creative use of video, virtual meeting technologies, etc.)
• Excellent project management skills, ability to balance multiple priorities with proven ability to anticipate challenges, solve problems and maintain a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations
• Strong analytical, time management, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and/or experience with change management as it relates to positive organizational change.

Disposition:

• Experience working with students of diverse abilities & backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a team
• Builds excellent rapport and relationships with students and parents
• Earns the respect of the school site staff and wider community

Physical and Mental Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the Teaching and Learning Coordinator is frequently required to sit; stand; stoop; bend; walk; talk; hear; use hands to grip, type; reach with hands and arms, occasionally required to stand or walk on uneven surfaces; and climb stairs.

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.

Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.

Licensing and Certification Requirements:

• Daily driving could be required, must provide own vehicle, valid Driver's License and proof of full vehicle insurance coverage;
• Negative tuberculosis screen (required);
• Must pass criminal background check.

Required Documentation at Time Of Application:
If you believe that you qualify for this position based upon education or training you have received, you will be required to provide a copy of your official transcripts or copy of diploma from the accredited college/university, and/or a copy of a certificate indicating your successful completion of any required training, before your qualifications will be evaluated.

Licensing and Certifications

• Daily driving could be required, must provide own vehicle, valid Driver's License and proof of full vehicle insurance coverage;
• Negative tuberculosis screen (required);
• Must pass criminal background check.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

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

• While performing the duties of this job, you are frequently required to sit; stand; stoop; bend; walk; talk; hear; use hands to grip, type; reach with hands and arms, occasionally required to stand or walk on uneven surfaces; and climb stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Benefits & Wages

• Position is 40 hours/week
• Salary: Depending on Experience (DOE)
• Medical, dental and vision.
• Retirement plan (employer contribution after a year working for LAEP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 7 holidays plus a week of Christmas and New Year's (generally Christmas Day and New Year Day plus approximately either workdays)

FLSA & Employment Status

• Full-Time Exempt

How to Apply

Click on the link to submit your online application, resume, and cover letter for immediate consideration: https://laep.applicantstack.com/x/openings. Applicants must complete the employment application in its entirety. Incomplete applications will be rejected. No phone calls please.

Los Angeles Education Partnership (LAEP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.


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