20 Best teacher jobs in Los Angeles, CA (Hiring Now!)

Lead Teacher
Growing Place —Santa Monica, CA
Collaborate with children, the teaching team, and the Educational Coordinating Team (ECT) to design, interpret, and research curriculum.
$28 - $30 an hour
EHS Teacher I
MEXICAN AMERICAN OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION —Downey, CA
Must possess own vehicle, and possess a current and valid California Driver’s License and at minimum, general liability automobile insurance.
$21.25 - $23.49 an hour
Substitute Teacher K-12
Swing Education —Los Angeles, CA
We'll support you by reimbursing up to $150 for state-imposed credential expenses. Pay range*: $29-$38 per hour (actual pay may vary depending on factors like…
Up to $38 an hour
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Science Teacher - Middle School
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy —Los Angeles, CA
Candidates who possess equivalent certification and/or license from another state must be in process of transferring to CTC or have all necessary paperwork to…
$57,200.00 - $92,261.22 a year
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8th Grade Science Teacher
KIPP SoCal Public Schools —Los Angeles, CA
Analyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instruction. Employer paid KIPP SoCal life insurance.
$61,500 - $110,000 a year
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Middle School Social Studies Teacher
KIPP SoCal Public Schools —Los Angeles, CA
Teach 4 periods of social studies to approx. Analyze informal and formal student assessment results and use this information to drive and inform instruction.
$68,500 - $125,000 a year
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Special Education Teacher 2023-24 SY
KIPP SoCal Public Schools —Los Angeles, CA
Support general education teachers and administrators by developing related goals and objectives and recommending policies, planning, and implementation…
$61,500 - $110,000 a year
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Elementary School Math Specialist
KIPP SoCal Public Schools —Los Angeles, CA
Coach and develop specific teachers across schools when needed. They will lead the design and implementation of the KIPP SoCal elementary school math approach,…
$79,200 - $118,800 a year
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HS Teacher II
MEXICAN AMERICAN OPPORTUNITY FOUNDATION —Los Angeles, CA
Must possess own vehicle, must have valid CA Driver’s License and current automobile insurance. Plans and supervises field trips. Paid Sick Time – 48 hours.
$24.99 - $27.93 an hour
2nd Grade Teacher with CA Credential
TODAY'S FRESH START CHARTER SCHOOL —Los Angeles, CA
Provisional certification and or experience in non public Elementary School. Must have proven successful teaching experience; must be a good teacher;
$27.76 - $30.77 an hour
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CREDENTIALED TEACHER-STEM/HUMANITIES SOUTH CENTRAL LOS ANGELES
YouthBuild Charter School of California —Los Angeles, CA
Sincere desire to assist young people to succeed, develop self-confidence and become effective community leaders; familiarity with various challenges and issues…
$60,000 - $82,000 a year
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Outdoor Preschool Teacher
Aventuras Forest School —Los Angeles, CA
Associate's or bachelor's degree in a relevant field a plus. Summer camp counseling experience a plus. 5 weeks paid vacation, 3 weeks unpaid summer break, all…
$20 an hour
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Montessori Toddler Teacher
Montessori School in West LA —Los Angeles, CA
We are a reputable Montessori school located in West LA with over 50 years of history and under the current management for over 35 years. We are looking to…
$45,000 - $50,000 a year
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Charter Elementary School Teacher
PUENTE Learning Center —Los Angeles, CA
Work with the school Leadership Team and other instructional staff to develop a curriculum that aligns with Common Core, ISTE, Health, Science, Social Studies…
$55,000 - $83,000 a year
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Grade 4 Co-Teacher
John Thomas Dye School —Los Angeles, CA
Bachelor’s Degree in content area, education, or related field. And other assessment tools to guide instructional planning and promote student success.
Estimated: $64.7K - $82K a year
5th Grade Teacher
The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles (LA Catholics) —Los Angeles, CA
Knowledge on Canvas, and adaptive tools such as Redbird Actively Learn, Wonders, Reading Horizons Elevate, Achieve 3000, Math Reveal.
Estimated: $55.9K - $70.7K a year
Expanded Learning Instructor
KIPP SoCal Public Schools —Los Angeles, CA
Provide academic assistance, intervention support, and recreational programming within small student groups and in whole-class settings.
$18 - $19 an hour
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High School Algebra 1 & 2 Teacher- Fully Credentialed
WISH Charter School —Los Angeles, CA
Must hold a valid California Single Subject teaching Credential that allows you to teach Algebra. Establish a safe and inclusive culture of high expectations…
$63,652 - $99,503 a year
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2d
High School Art Teacher (9-12th grade) 24-25 School Year (Part-time)
Los Angeles Leadership Academy —Los Angeles, CA
Help students learn to regulate their own behavior, develop strong interpersonal and coping skills, and use their voice; Submits grades in a timely manner.
$61,619 - $108,116 a year
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Lower School 4th Grade Teacher
Mayfield Junior School of the Holy Child Jesus —Pasadena, CA
The lower school teacher should be ready to chaperone class trips, take on typical day-to-day duties such as lunch and carpool duties, and engage fully in all…
$63,092 - $134,815 a year
Quick Apply
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Lead Teacher

Growing Place Santa Monica, CA

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Job Details

$28 - $30 an hour

Benefits

403(b) matching
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)
Loan forgiveness
Life insurance
Paid sick time

Qualifications

Childcare
5 years
Experience with children
Bachelor's degree
Communication skills
Teaching
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

Description:

The Lead Teacher in our high-quality Reggio-inspired, social constructivist program plays a pivotal role in upholding the practices of Growing Place (GP) by provide a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for young children and families and supporting the teaching team. The candidate oversees the classroom operations and works in concert with the team and families to meet educational and program goals. The Lead Teacher must be a critical thinker, reflective, communicative, professional, and committed to inquiry-based teacher research and professional development.

Lead Teaching & Learning Responsibilities (in addition to the Teacher responsibilities below)

Collaborate with children, the teaching team, and the Educational Coordinating Team (ECT) to design, interpret, and research curriculum
Use research and documentation to inform teaching practices and curriculum decisions
Establish daily classroom routines and rhythms for adults and children
Lead daily small group work and meetings with children and teachers
Differentiate for children with diverse learning styles, temperaments, and interests
Create a joyful learning environment and ensure a positive and safe atmosphere
Design indoor and outdoor spaces that reflect GP principles and pedagogy
Foster partnerships with families and communicate regarding children’s development
Communicate parent concerns or challenges to Cohort Lead or Campus Director
Communicate observed developmental or behavioral concerns with Cohort Lead or Campus Director
Assume responsibility for materials; store appropriately
Utilize technology for documenting and sharing learning experiences
Employ strategies for making adult’s and children’s learning visible in a variety of ways, including ParentSquare posts, documentation panels, and portfolios
Prepare and facilitate Parent-Teacher Conferences for each child in the classroom with the teaching team
Regularly communicate evidence of reflective practice with the teaching team in daily team meetings and Reflection and Inquiry Meetings
Work at school events as required by supervisor
Contribute to workshops, committees, and publications on behalf of GP when in collaboration with the Director of Pedagogy/Campus Director

Primary Teaching and Learning Responsibilities

Engage, supervise, and support children at all times; ensure their health and safety
Support daily routines and classroom rhythms throughout the day
Promote autonomy in assisting children with care routines: toileting, hand washing, etc.
Prepare, serve, and clean up lunch/snacks, facilitate conversation between children
Assist with injuries/incidents, report to a Lead Teacher
Report parent concerns to a Lead Teacher and/or Director
Follow health and safety mandates; specifically maintaing ratios, going off-campus with children, sanitizing and emergency action plans
Build trusting, respectful, and professional relationships with children and families
Use GP’s social constructivist, Reggio-inspired, and RIE approaches
Collaborate with others to design, research and implement curriculum
Assist in the preparation of the indoor and outdoor learning environments
Support Lead Teacher in gathering information pertinent to Parent-Teacher Conferences
Support enrichment classes, ensuring children are always accompanied by GP staff
Ensure daily classroom tasks, sucj as opening and closing, are completed
Participate in school events when requested
Communicate directly with others to resolve issues in a promptly and professionally
Support the school in welcoming new staff and families
Adhere to center policies and regulatory agencies guidelines
Use the systems and strategies to document, organize, and make learning visible, i.e., photographs, audio/video, and scanned work, as directed by the Lead Teacher
Actively participate in meetings
Participate in professional development and continuous performance management

This job description is not meant to state or imply that these are the only duties the employee performs. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.

Benefits Information:

Paid staff synchronized vacation: 4 weeks Paid National/State Holidays: 10 Days
Hours of Paid Sick Leave (PSL): 72 Hours (9 Days) at start of school year; Mid-year hires accrue PSL at the rate of 1 hour for every 30 hours worked. At the end of each school year, any unused PSL will be rolled over to the next school year as Paid Time Off (PTO), capped at 108 hours.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Covered at 100%
403(b) retirement plan with a 50% match up to 3%
Life Insurance with a fully paid premium and a $25,000 benefit.
Eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Professional Development includes paid coursework at Santa Monica College, six annual full-day professional development days, and opportunities to attend conferences, workshops, and study tours.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or CD; or
Bachelor’s Degree in another discipline and 12 ECE units; or
5 years in a teaching position at GP with demonstrated capacity to meet above responsibilities and duties
2 years of experience working with children ages 3 months-6 years old in a licensed child care program, a NAEYC-accredited child care center preferred
Meet the requirements of the California Department of Social Services
Demonstrates professionalism in attire, attitude, punctuality, and attendance
Ability to utilize technology to make learning visible (photos, video, audio; formatting documentation, etc.)

Competencies

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: ability to write and speak about children’s developmental domains, learning, and behavior; demonstrated communication skills to support professional relationships with parents and colleagues, establish professional boundaries, and convey accurate information about the classroom and school
Organization and Planning: ability to keep all children’s files and records complete and up to date; can plan effectively to match the development of the children; is on-time for scheduled shifts, meetings, and events and reports relevant information
Classroom Management: can lead, transition, and engage children in playful ways and develop effective routines with children.
Facilitation and Engagement: pays attention to the many ways that children make meaning of the world
Assessment and Coaching: gathers evidence to support the development of curriculum to support children reaching their goals/developmental milestones, seeks resources to continually improve one’s practice, embraces reflection as a tool for learning
Collaboration and Teamwork: skills in working effectively with a team, exhibits a positive team-player spirit
Caring and Inclusiveness: values integrity for oneself and others, helps to sustain a school culture of belonging
Flexibility and Adaptability: willingness to take on additional responsibilities support other areas of the school as needed for daily operations or long-term successes

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Standing and sitting in environments designed for children ages 3 months to 6 years
Requires the ability to move rapidly from a sitting to a standing position and get down and up off the ground
Ability to push, pull, or lift 50lbs
Requires working in all weather conditions
Requires the ability to respond quickly to auditory and visual cues

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

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teacher jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Lead Teacher

EHS Teacher I

Substitute Teacher K-12

Science Teacher - Middle School

8th Grade Science Teacher

Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Special Education Teacher 2023-24 SY

Elementary School Math Specialist

HS Teacher II

2nd Grade Teacher with CA Credential

CREDENTIALED TEACHER-STEM/HUMANITIES SOUTH CENTRAL LOS ANGELES

Outdoor Preschool Teacher

Montessori Toddler Teacher

Charter Elementary School Teacher

Grade 4 Co-Teacher

5th Grade Teacher

Expanded Learning Instructor

High School Algebra 1 & 2 Teacher- Fully Credentialed

High School Art Teacher (9-12th grade) 24-25 School Year (Part-time)

Lower School 4th Grade Teacher

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