Science Teacher - Middle School 2025/2026 SY at Culver City Unified
About the Employer
CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT At Culver City Unified School District, we take our responsibility seriously and are committed to excellence for all students in what we call The 4 A's: Academics, Athletics, Activities, and The Arts. Taking a Whole Child approach, our vision is that 100% of our students graduate from high school with unlimited opportunities in college and career, and are prepared to be successful in everything they endeavor to try.
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATION OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Innovative Instruction: Ability to design and implement engaging, hands-on experiments and activities that bring scientific concepts to life, inspiring critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Approach: Strong skills in collaborating with colleagues across subjects (e.g., math, technology) to create interdisciplinary learning experiences that align with NGSS and encourage connections between science and other fields.
- Experience in Teaching Grades 6-8: A proven track record of effectively teaching science concepts to students in grades 6 through 8, fostering curiosity and understanding of scientific principles.
- Experience Supporting English Learners: Expertise in instructional strategies to engage and support English learners, ensuring equitable access to science curricula and promoting both language and scientific literacy.
- Proficiency with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS): Deep understanding and practical experience implementing NGSS, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and the integration of crosscutting concepts, disciplinary core ideas, and science practices.
- Possession of a valid California credential authorizing the teaching of Sciences at the secondary level.
- CLAD/English Language Learner certification or equivalent is required.
All letters should be addressed to: Dr. Melissa Gooden, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Copy of Transcript (Unofficial can be attached to the application but should you be selected sealed official transcripts will be required.)
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Indicating (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Letters of Recommendation preferably written within the last two years)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST, CSET, MSAT or Praxis testing results)
Requirements / Qualifications
QUALIFICATION OF OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Innovative Instruction: Ability to design and implement engaging, hands-on experiments and activities that bring scientific concepts to life, inspiring critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Approach: Strong skills in collaborating with colleagues across subjects (e.g., math, technology) to create interdisciplinary learning experiences that align with NGSS and encourage connections between science and other fields.
- Experience in Teaching Grades 6-8: A proven track record of effectively teaching science concepts to students in grades 6 through 8, fostering curiosity and understanding of scientific principles.
- Experience Supporting English Learners: Expertise in instructional strategies to engage and support English learners, ensuring equitable access to science curricula and promoting both language and scientific literacy.
- Proficiency with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS): Deep understanding and practical experience implementing NGSS, emphasizing inquiry-based learning and the integration of crosscutting concepts, disciplinary core ideas, and science practices.
- Possession of a valid California credential authorizing the teaching of Sciences at the secondary level.
- CLAD/English Language Learner certification or equivalent is required.
All letters should be addressed to: Dr. Melissa Gooden, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
All employment offers are conditional, based upon the successful completion of the following: Fingerprint/background clearance, and a tuberculosis clearance. A physical examination clearance is required for certain positions for the district. All candidates with a record of convictions must indicate such in the confidential/legal section of the application, which is attached to the job application. A record of conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment, but a failure to list all convictions may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- Copy of Transcript (Unofficial can be attached to the application but should you be selected sealed official transcripts will be required.)
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction (Indicating (a) reason for interest in the position; and (b) a description of qualifications, training and experience relating to the unique needs of this position)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 Letters of Recommendation preferably written within the last two years)
- Resume
- Test Results/Materials (CBEST, CSET, MSAT or Praxis testing results)
Comments and Other Information
Culver City Unified School District is committed to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion, not only in our educational practices - but as a fundamental key to our hiring processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with all constituents and possess proven commitment to and experience in working in a diverse, multicultural environment.
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Comments and Other Information
Culver City Unified School District is committed to centering diversity, equity, and inclusion, not only in our educational practices - but as a fundamental key to our hiring processes. Successful candidates will demonstrate an ability to work with all constituents and possess proven commitment to and experience in working in a diverse, multicultural environment.
The District supports and adheres to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital or parental status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or the perception of one or more of such characteristics.
Application Deadline
4/14/2025 12:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
3/24/2025
Contact
Catherine Cummings
310 842-4220 4214
310 842-4220 4214
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$60,904.54 - $120,579.66 Annually
$60,904.54 - $120,579.66 Annually
Add'l Salary Info
National Board Certification - $3,000 annual stipend, PhD - $2,000 annual stipend
Length of Work Year
School Year - 184 Days
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Culver City Middle School
Benefits
Position is eligible for medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans, CALSTRS