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