Hiring: Faculty & Admin Positions

Director
Ocean Charter School
Innovative K-8 Waldorf-informed Charter School in West Los Angeles is seeking an inspirational, creative, open-minded head of school to work collaboratively to lead our very successful school to further greatness. Knowledge of Waldorf pedagogy, familiarity with LAUSD and Charter schools, 3 years of school management and a commitment to excellence in communication and education a must.
This is an opportunity to make a real difference.
Please see our Website: www.oceancharterschool.org.
Send a letter and resume to directorsearch@oceancharterschool.org.
Salary at or above LAUSD principal, depending on qualifications and experience.

Ocean Charter School has full- and part-time teaching positions available in Fall 2008.

We are looking for talented and committed teachers to join our group of dynamic educators at one of the most innovative public schools on the west side of Los Angeles.

First Grade Class Teacher

This is a position for someone who is gifted with children and seeking to work with the imagination and will of students, as well as their intellect. It is also a position that continues with same students through consecutive grades as a part of a loop. Other desired qualities include musical ability, talent for storytelling, and interest in adapting state standards to a Waldorf-methods curriculum.

Fourth Grade Class Teacher

This individual should possess: A zeal for the challenge to bring the rich Waldorf curriculum to life while meeting state learning standards; a desire to instruct contextually and bring art experience everyday to the classroom; an appreciation for ancient mythologies and cultures, as well as scientific inquiry; and a commitment to teach to diverse learning styles. This teacher continues with the students through consecutive grades as a part of a loop. Our ideal candidates for Class Teacher have Waldorf training and experience, as well as California State certification, as our curriculum offers a blending of both approaches. We are also interested in individuals with either a California credential or Waldorf training who are willing to complete additional training and credentialing as a requirement of the job.

Our 2008-2009 salary schedule for full-time considers responsibility, qualifications and experience with salaries commensurate with surrounding districts. We offer full benefits, including a teacher retirement plan through the State of California.

Spanish Teacher Grades 1-8

We are looking for a teacher to provide Spanish language education in complement to our Whole Child Curriculum, based on Waldorf teaching methods. Experience in teaching elementary and middle school-age children with meeting the developmental needs of each grade is a requirement. Knowledge of songs, games, and stories and cultural celebrations, as well as exercises in speaking, reading, and writing is fundamental for this position.

Kindergarten Assistant

This part-time position is for an individual interested in working with children in a play-based, full-day kindergarten, assisting the Lead Teacher in establishing and maintaining a rhythm and routine that facilitates the imaginative play of children. Duties and tasks include: the supervision of independent play, modeling of productive work (e.g. ironing, bread-making), participation and support in circle time (singing, finger games, movement), recess and lunch supervision, preparing for naptime, and cleaning and tidying the classroom. Multi-tasking is essential. Familiarity with the Waldorf kindergarten curriculum is a plus.

If you are interested, please submit a resume, cover letter and 3-5 professional references to: facultypositions@oceancharterschool.org.

Or mail your submission to: Teacher Recruitment, Ocean Charter School, 12606 Culver Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90066.

Additional Position:

Position Available: K-8 School Counselor;

Part Time Description: School Counselor to counsel individual students or groups of students in the areas of educational, personal, physical, behavioral and social needs for students to which assigned.

Hours: 6 -12/week.

Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Credential Requirements: A California Pupil Personnel Services Credential authorizing service in school counseling must be in force and on file in the Office of the Los Angeles County of Superintendent of Schools OR Proof that you are enrolled in a program and working towards a California Pupil Personnel Services Credential.

Desirable Experience and Skills:
o Expertise in the growth and development of children and adolescents, learning theories and mental health concepts
o Ability to develop and implement student IEPs
o Familiarity with the Waldorf education philosophy and/or Ocean Charter's Whole Child Curriculum
o Work with community representatives, diverse ethnic and cultural groups, youth groups, or in social services
Compensation: Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Available: Immediately.
Ocean Charter School is an independent charter school in the Los Angeles Unified School District. For information please visit: oceancharterschool.org.
Please submit a resume, letter of intent and at least 3 references to Michelle Hedge at mhedge@lausd.net.