Highschool Science Teacher

Company Description

Arroyo Pacific Academy is a WASC-accredited private K-12 school dedicated to fostering academic excellence and character development. We provide a personalized educational experience, offering a rigorous curriculum that supports the unique needs of diverse learners, from traditional college-bound students to gifted individuals and international students. Our small class sizes and student-centered approach prioritize responsibility, respect, and cooperation, fostering lifelong learning skills. Please take a look at our website, arroyopacific.org, to learn more about our school.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Arcadia, CA. We are seeking a high school teacher to teach 6 periods per day, including AP Psychology, Biology, AP Research, and other related high school science courses. The teacher will also have 1 prep period/study hall each day. We have an 8:1 Student-teacher ratio, and class sizes are normally capped at 15 students and may reach up to 20 in rare circumstances due to late/mid-year enrollment. An ideal candidate is comfortable teaching in a classroom where students have various levels of mastery of a subject and is comfortable working with both students proficient in English and with English Language Learners.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach the above-listed courses

• Develop lesson plans that align with the school-provided curricula and California standards for existing courses

• Develop appropriate curricula and lesson plans for new courses

• Assess students’ knowledge by analyzing their work and solving problems

• Maintain a tidy classroom with all equipment needed for class preparation and instruction

• Coordinate and run labs and hands-on in-class activities

• Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback

• Prepare and grade assignments on a timely basis

• Attend regular teacher meetings, professional development sessions, parent meetings, and other meetings as needed

• Keep records of classes taught, class time, exams, etc.

• Follow all school policies and procedures in accordance with the school handbook

• Cooperate with other teachers, parents, etc. to help improve our services for our students, including but not limited to mentoring school clubs and supervising students on field trips.

• Assist as needed with WASC accreditation visits and reports

Experience/Qualification/Education

• Relevant Bachelor's degree or higher, ideally in Biology or Psychology

• Previous experience in teaching High School Science and Math courses preferred

• Teaching Credentials are preferred but not required

• Experience in classroom management preferred

• Knowledge of relevant educational material

• Experience with academic writing and research

Salary

$40,000 - $46,000

Benefits

Health Insurance

Employee Discount

Provided Materials and Class Budget

Staff Training and Retreats

Small Class Sizes