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 and reflective understanding of their discipline 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 Science Department Chair at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Geffen Academy Science Educator will be responsible for the delivery of an excellent program of secondary school instruction, including participation in the creation of a course of study, offering excellent instruction to Geffen Academy’s students in as many as five (5) courses each term, and participating in the life of Geffen Academy in a robust and fully engaged manner. This is a bargaining unit covered position.

Geffen Academy at UCLA is seeking an educator with a background in Chemistry and Physics and/or other Science disciplines that would be efficient to teach core secondary science classes and concentration (elective) courses. This is a great opportunity for a science educator to join our school and develop a challenging curriculum that seeks to integrate and collaborate with other disciplines. Geffen Academy’s location on the UCLA campus offers unparalleled opportunities for students to experience science in a world class research institution.

Job Duties:

• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, collaborate with other Educators in creating 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 Chairs, Dean of Students, Academic Advising and College Guidance staff, Academic Deans, Registrar, Student Counselors, and the Athletics team.
• 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 department leadership’s direction, serve as instructors/mentors/advisers of students’ independent projects.
• Consistent with the Geffen Academy leadership’s direction, engage in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, orient new Educators and establish appropriate mentoring relationships.
• 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’s and the University of California’s applicable policies, procedures, and established protocols.
• Read and adhere to the school norms, protocols and requirements as outlined in the school handbooks.
• Assist the Head of School and Admissions Director in student recruitment activities.
• This list of duties is not exhaustive.