This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.

CalWest’s client school in the Greater Los Angeles Area is seeking a Middle School Science Teacher to start in August 2024.

CalWest Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
Requisite skills commensurate with the position
A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
Authorization to live and work in the United States

Client School Preferred Qualifications

2+ years teaching in a public middle school setting is desirable
Experience utilizing a constructivist, project-based approach preferred
Experience working students of diverse backgrounds and abilities, including English learners and students with disabilities
Experience with backwards planning preferred
Commitment to high expectations and the on-going use of assessments to drive differentiated instruction and support
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Self- starter with a strong drive to achieve
Spanish fluency highly desirable
Ability to effectively give, receive, and implement constructive feedback towards continuous improvement
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate effectively
Valid California teaching credential. The appropriate credential for this role is a single subject science credential with an EL authorization
Employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19

Utilize our developed planning templates to develop and refine curriculum maps, culminating projects, rubrics, units, and lessons that meet the requirements of the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Create a structured, positive classroom culture that is conducive to learning and promotes a sense of belonging for all students
Establish positive, caring relationships with students and school stakeholders
Design and deliver classroom instruction that is standards-based, purposeful, promotes critical thinking and student ownership, and embeds supports for learners at different levels and frequent checks for understanding
Gather and use data to tailor instruction to meet individual student academic and social needs with a goal of grade level performance
Participate in professional learning activities, including curriculum refinement protocols, grade level meetings, department meetings, and regular 1:1 coaching.
Participate in a (paid) summer institute to develop/refine curricula to support school mission and goals
Demonstrate high levels of professionalism including meeting deadlines, maintaining positive, timely and effective communication with supervisors, colleagues, families, and students
Collaborate effectively with grade level and department teams and special education/resource and English language development teachers to ensure rigor, alignment, and equity of access
Other duties as assigned