Elementary School Science Long Term Substitute Teacher (Grades K-5

Elementary School Science Long Term Substitute Teacher (Grades K-5)

New Roads School - Santa Monica, CA

In an authentically diverse community reflective of Los Angeles, New Roads prepares young people for life by developing in them a personal dedication to learning, a respect for independent thinking, an expanding curiosity about the world and its people, and a commitment to the common good.

New Roads Elementary School is seeking a Long Term Substitute Elementary School Science Teacher starting October 2023. This is a full-time temporary position.

The Long Term Substitute Science Teacher is a professional, experienced and passionate educator with demonstrated teaching experience in inquiry-based science education at the elementary school level (grades K-5).

• Plan and teach science twice weekly for each class and five small group math classes per week for elementary school grades, K-5
• Adapt conventional and unconventional curriculum tools to explore science and engineering topics with students
• Encourage students to ask questions, express their opinions, and make the mistakes necessary for productive inquiry-based learning
• Incorporate multiple techniques of instruction, including discussion, hands-on labs and activities, scientific writing and drawing
• Understand lower and upper elementary students' developmental milestones and socio-emotional lives
• Ensure students are engaged through activities and technology that accommodate various learning styles, personality styles, behavioral styles, and the need for physical movement
• Maintain and communicate high expectations and boundaries in a consistently kind, clear and respectful manner
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work with families upon request and attend all conferences
• Follow the interests of students in a measured and meaningful way
• Supervise students during some recesses and lunch each week

• Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to, New Roads philosophy and approach to education
• Demonstrate commitment to working with a diverse community
• Experience and interest in differentiated instruction, project-based, constructivist approach teaching and learning
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Passion for teaching and understanding of and respect for students' individual learning styles
• Bachelor degree required in subject area
• 3-5+ years teaching experience required