UCP Charter Schools is open to sponsoring J1 or F-1 Student Interns

Job Summary:

The Teacher in Resident is a last year internship program for a student in a university education program or a new graduate. Teacher in Residents (TIR) provide support to teachers in a classroom setting. TIR will assist and lead with a variety of functions, including implementing instructional programs, assessing student performance and other tasks as needed by teacher while completing University degree requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with the teacher in planning and implementing a program of instruction that adheres to the school’s philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted charter.
• Collaborates with the teacher in creating and implementing purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Collaborates with teacher in planning and implementing a program of study designed to meet individual needs of students.
• Collaborates with the teacher in creating a classroom environment conducive to learning by employing a variety of appropriate teaching strategies.
• Collaborates with the teacher in encouraging student enthusiasm for the learning process and the development of good study habits.
• Collaborates with the teacher in documenting progress through authentic observations.
• Collaborates with the teacher in recognizing learning/developmental issues and makes referrals as appropriate with the teacher.
• Assists teacher in writing Individual Education Plans
• Leads whole group and small group instruction.
• Works with appointed University liaison and supervising UCP teacher to complete

Education and Training:

• 3 years of college related credit
• Final year of college in an enrolled Teacher Prep/Education degree program.

Minimum Experience:

Experience working with students with and without disabilities in a multi-disciplinary setting through employment or service learning.