Geffen Academy educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but created. Geffen Academy Educators possess a sophisticated understanding of their discipline, strong grasp pedagogy and curriculum development, and a record of achievement which demonstrates their ability to utilize and contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators’ innovation is guided by our school’s mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex intellectual endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community.

Job Summary:
Under the direction of the History Department Chair at Geffen Academy and the relevant division director(s), Geffen Academy Educator will be responsible for the creation and delivery of an excellent 7th grade U.S. History course. The educator will be responsible for offering excellent instruction to Geffen Academy students in as many as five (5) courses each term and participating in the life of the Geffen Academy in a robust and fully engaged manner. The educator should be deeply competent in the history of the United States and be excited to teach exclusively in our middle school. The course will cover the period from the establishment of European colonies to the conclusion of the American Civil War. This is a bargaining unit covered position.

Core Functions & Duties:

• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, collaborate with other Educators in creation of the Geffen Academy program that meets the needs and interests of Geffen Academy’s students.
• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, collaborate with relevant UCLA faculty in devising programs that enable Geffen Academy’s students to take advantage of the school’s relationship with a research university operating at the cutting edge of knowledge creation.
• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, evaluate and choose books, digital materials, experiential opportunities such as museum visits and theatrical performances, and other academic resources.
• Communicate information about student progress to relevant student services colleagues, including but not limited to Department Head, Dean of Students, Academic Advising and College Guidance staff, Academic Deans, Registrar, Student Counselors, and the Athletics team in proactive and timely fashion.
• Participate in department representation at parent evenings and recruitment events, and other school-wide events as required.
• Participate in department meetings, curriculum planning team meetings, and committee work as directed.
• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, participate in interdisciplinary instructional programs.
• Consistent with the Geffen Academy leadership’s direction, engage in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, participate in continuing professional development activities.
• Be available to provide proper coverage of instructional work for both scheduled and unscheduled absences of colleagues.
• Be available to students and parents for any and all department related issues.
• Adhere to Geffen Academy and the University of California applicable policies, procedures, and established protocols. Read and adhere to the school norms, protocols and requirements as outlined in the school handbooks.
• This list of duties is not exhaustive