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Re: Math/Science Job Opening




On Fri, 27 Jun 1997 17:02:00 -0700 takayesu@uclink2.berkeley.edu (James
Kimo Takayesu) writes:
Hello All
I am a teacher at Irvington High School in Fremont, CA and I
have
a position to fill in a program to support "at-risk" kids. It is an
exciting new program fueled by the support of many teachers, parents
and
students. Please forward this message to anyone who might be
interested in
(or might know someone interested in ...) teaching high school
math/science
in the Bay Area. Here's the skinny:
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Unique At-Risk Academy
Math/Science Position Available
Irvington High School, Fall 1997

This unusual teaching position with the Irvington Academy Program
joins
many cutting edge educational theories and practices to help 50
at-risk
ninth graders. This service and mentorship academy was designed by
teachers, students and parents to serve the diverse needs of at- risk
ninth
graders. Students will learn Math, Science, English and Life Skills
through
thematic, hands-on units which bring them into the community for
service
learning and mentorship. The program is team taught and managed by
one
English teacher and one Math/Science teacher.

Teaching Responsibilities
* Two 90 Minute Math/ Science classes
* One planning period to organize volunteer and mentorship
opportunities in the community
* One regular prep period

Student Load
* 50 at-risk ninth graders, age 14 through 17

Curriculum Design
* Integrated Math/Science with a focus on problem solvingand
life skills
* Project Based Assignments including work in the Community
Garden
* Individualized Assessment through use of portfolio review and
exhibition

School Culture
* Comprehensive high school dedicated to school reform
* Diverse student body of 1700 students
* Educational affiliations include: the Coalition of Essential
Schools, Bay Area School
Reform Collaborative
* Awards include: California Distinguished School Award 1993-94
and
National Blue
Ribbon 1995-96
* Grants supporting our reform efforts include: California
School
Reform Grant (SB
1274) and Annenberg Foundation Grant (BASRC)

Salary
* Commensurate with Experience (up to five years)


Are you excited to work in a cooperative, collaborative environment
with
students hand picked for their enthusiasm in this program? Do you
want to
teach in a school supportive of reform and risk-taking? If so,

Please call Jessie Yurwitz @ (510) 594-2410
or email: takeyesu@uclink2.berkeley.edu

James Kimo Takayesu
UCB/UCSF Joint Medical Program
takayesu@uclink2.
(510)594-2410