Oakland Unified School District

Position Description 

TITLE: Teacher Resident REPORTS TO: Assigned Supervisor 

DEPARTMENT: Talent CLASSIFICATION: Classified 

FLSA: Exempt WORK YEAR/HOURS: 10 months / 7.5 hours 

Created: June 2019 SALARY GRADE: Stipend 

BASIC FUNCTION: Residents spend the full academic year in a district school, developing under the guidance of an experienced mentor teacher. Using a variety of instructional coaching strategies, mentors provide valuable insight into effective teaching methodology, helping residents develop the knowledge, skills and habits of mind that come from years of experience in high-need classrooms. Over the course of the year, teacher residents move from a collaborative, co-teaching role in the classroom to an increasingly demanding, lead-teaching role. Mentors continuously gather data about resident progress to provide targeted support and feedback designed to ensure that residents are prepared to be effective on day one when they enter their own classroom. 

Teacher residency programs offer a unique synthesis of theory and practice, combining a yearlong classroom apprenticeship with a carefully aligned sequence of credential coursework. Residents receive a stipend for living expenses throughout their training year, and a preliminary credential upon successful completion of the program. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Incumbent may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but are intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Collaboratively and then independently develop lesson plans, unit plans, and scope and sequence plans. 
• Collaboratively and then independently develop and implement classroom management system. 
• Collaboratively and then independently develop effective, standards & skills-aligned formative and summative assessments. 
• Collaboratively and then independently integrate various technology tools in the classroom. 
• Learn cultural competency skills through training and the use of cultural competency assessment tools. 
• Take direction from the Coordinator of Teacher Residency, site leader, and site-based mentor. 
• Assist with some campus supervision duties as assigned. 
• Communicate proactively and professionally with the Coordinator of Teacher Residency, cohort members, and site colleagues. 
• Successfully complete teacher credential coursework through Partner University and remain in good standing. 
• Perform other related duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

The District determines whether a candidate is qualified based on fulfillment of prerequisites, relevant work experience, ability to perform the essential functions, reference checks, effective interpersonal and communication skills demonstrated by interview performance and/or writing samples, and achievement on performance-based assessments (if applicable) that demonstrate the candidate possesses the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities. Meeting prerequisites only satisfies the initial screening process and does not indicate the candidate is qualified to perform the essential functions of the position. 

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Child growth/development and behavior characteristics 
• Diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of District students 
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation 
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy 
• Computer software, hardware, information and related technology 

ABILITIES TO: 

• Communicate with, teach and build relationships with students and their families 
• Collaborate and be a positive team player with colleagues, parents and community members to affect the best outcomes for students 
• Motivate and support diverse students in reaching high levels of academic success 
• Take risks, innovate and problem-solve to best meet the needs of students and learn from data to improve student learning 
• Work with people from diverse ethnic groups 
• Effective communication skills both in oral and written form 
• Work with children with disabilities if required 

PREREQUISITES: 

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college 
• Experience working with students and families from historically underserved communities 
• Passing scores on all CSET subtests and enroll in a credentialing program through a partner university by August 
• Desire to become a credentialed teacher serving students in educationally underserved communities 
• Receptiveness to feedback and desire to continuously improve 
• Dedication, commitment and resilience to succeed in an urban public school 
• Commitment to become an active participant in a school community – attending school performances, school assemblies, extracurricular activities, field trips and conduct home visits 
• Valid California Driver’s License, if applicable 

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PROCESS: 

Employment eligibility will include fingerprints, tuberculosis and/or other employment clearance 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

ENVIRONMENT: 

Office and diverse school site environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; fast-paced work; constant interruptions 

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Consistent mental alertness; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects up to 30 pounds, occasionally 30+ pounds; bending and twisting at the waist, reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; dexterity of both hands and fingers while performing duties; seeing to read, write and use the computer; hearing and speaking to exchange information, in person or on the telephone, and make presentations. 

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: 

The Oakland Unified School District does not discriminate in any program, activity, or in employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, sex, or sexual orientation.