FY 26-27 MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

Middle School Science TeacherMIT (6th-8th) - San Fernando, CA 91340OverviewSalary Range $67,704.00 - $119,881.79 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Category Certificated - TeachersDescriptionJOB TITLE: Middle School Science TeacherSTATUS: Full Time, ExemptREPORTS TO: Site Director/CoordinatorORGANIZATION OVERVIEWVaughn Next Century Learning Center ("Vaughn"), located in Pacoima, is a large urban public school within the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD). Since the early 1970s, low student achievement had been a pattern. In 1993, tired of being helpless and hopeless, Vaughn became the first conversion charter school in the nation and was authorized by LAUSD. The charter was renewed most recently in 2018. Vaughn has over 25 years of experience as a successful independent charter school serving the district's low-income students. This previously failing elementary public school is now a full-service, community-based, K-12th charter school that assures all students are college/career ready, digitally literate, and globally competent.POSITION OVERVIEWThe Middle School Science Teacher delivers standards-aligned, engaging instruction based on the Common Core State Science Standards and NGSS, using diverse strategies to meet the needs of all learners. Under the direction of the Site Director/Coordinator, the teacher creates a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active learning, positive behavior, and high expectations for student achievement.The teacher plans and implements effective lessons, uses performance-based assessment, maintains accurate records, and communicates regularly with students, families, and staff regarding progress. This role includes collaboration with colleagues and participation in SSPT, 504, and IEP meetings, professional development, and school-wide initiatives.A successful candidate demonstrates strong communication skills, a commitment to student success, and alignment with the mission and values of Vaughn Next Century Learning Center.RESPONSIBILITIESUnder the direction of the Administrator/Coordinator, the duties include, but are not limited to:Provide effective classroom instruction by integrating the Common Core State Science Standards (including NGSS) appropriate to the subject matterProvide content-related and appropriate instruction to students in a diversified mannerProvide a classroom environment which promotes active learning in sciencePlan and implement lessons in Middle School Science content areasExhibit knowledge of performance-based instruction and assessmentPrepare lessons in instructional formats that accommodate differences in individual student needsMaintain an up-to-date online gradebook with feedback for students on progressAccount for student attendance and punctualityEstablish positive guidance techniques rather than negative methods to correct and influence student behaviorCollaborate with peers and support staffCreate an effective environment for learningEstablish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to achieve an effective learning environment in the classroom.Utilize different instructional strategies to meet the needs of a wide variety of studentsMaintain a safe, nurturing, and structured classroom environmentHave a working knowledge of basic computer applications, interactive boards and technology available in the classroomParticipate in department level meetingsParticipate in the School's Professional Learning Community (PLC) processParticipate in staff developmentEngage in Governing CommitteesParticipate in SST, 504, and IEP meetingsCommunicate with support staff, administrators, team teachers and parents about student progressComplete and update paperwork to ensure that student records are currentWork beyond the parameters of a regular school day to assure the success of the programDesire to work closely with students, colleagues and community in modeling and teaching the values of Vaughn Next Century Learning CenterMaintain appropriate records of student progress and other school recordsSKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICSPossess a work ethic and personal belief system that aligns with the mission and vision of Vaughn Next Century Learning CenterExcellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to interact and forge relationships with students, parents, staff and community membersExtremely high standards for student achievementDemonstrated relentlessness to meet organizational goalsSelf-directed with the ability to work both autonomously and in teamsBilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not requiredQualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEMust have a valid California Single-subject Foundational Science Credential or a Single-subject Credential with an authorization in any of the following subject areas: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Geoscience requiredHave BCLAD, CLAD, or EL Authorization requiredExperience with Project Based Learning preferredSALARY AND BENEFITS$67,704.00 - $119,881.79184 days of work per year10 Sick Days per year (accrued on a per payroll basis)Eligible for competitive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)100% employer covered life insurance100% employer covered long-term disability insuranceAccess to Vaughn Perks, an employee benefits hub with access to discounts and servicesCalSTRS contribution for CalSTRS-eligible positionsADDITIONAL INFORMATIONUpon receiving an offer of employment:Must pass a criminal background check (Live Scan) with the Department of Justice (DOJ)Must provide a Tuberculosis skin test (Mantoux) clearance within 60 days of employmentWill be assigned mandated state training to be completed prior to the first day of employmentVaughn Next Century Learning Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law. Equal opportunity shall be provided to all employees and applicants in every aspect of personnel policy and practice. Vaughn does not discriminate against persons with disabilities who, with reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the job in question.