Ability to: Plan, develop, implement, deliver, teach, and evaluate the curriculum and address program needs; engage in the collaborative and team building processes; establish and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships with others; maintain records and prepare reports; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures; meet schedules and time lines; work independently with little direction; plan and organize work; exchange information and develop effective lesson plans; read a variety of materials; effectively utilize diversified methods and materials in teaching; learn new methods of teaching through continued staff development; utilize a positive approach to discipline, problem-solving and conflict-resolution; ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other certificated and classified personnel, parents, and community members Licenses/Certificates/Special Requirements: A valid California teaching credential authorizing instruction in an assigned subject matter area setting for grades 6-8 including credential authorization to teach English language learners. Completes professional obligations including participation in grade level meetings; horizontal and/or vertical articulation and collaboration meetings; staff meetings, and professional development activities as required to meet the needs of the LEAP and SPSA.