The Gooden School is an independent Episcopal TK-8th grade school set in the foothills of Sierra Madre. We seek an enthusiastic, committed, and creative individual to serve as a full-time fourth through eighth-grade science and STEAM teacher. 

Professional Qualities/Skills

• Passionate, student-centered, inclusive approach to teaching
• Warm, enthusiastic educator who can serve as a role model to students
• Excellent subject knowledge in upper elementary and middle school science/STEAM
• Able to differentiate instruction to address the needs of all individuals
• Committed to meaningful collaboration with colleagues, students, and parents
• Willing to take risks and seize leadership opportunities as they arise
• Committed to staying current with educational research on best practices
• Interested in professional growth and dedicated to continuous learning and development
• Committed to improving the school as a whole and sharing best practices with others
• Self-reflective and open to feedback from colleagues, administrators, and students
• Possesses knowledge of digital citizenship
• Proficient with instructional technology and willing to learn and apply emerging trends that benefit student learning
• Knowledgeable about the restorative approach to discipline and its curricular integration
• Willing to be actively involved in community-building events

Responsibilities

• Create and deliver innovative, high-quality instructional units in science/STEAM
• Utilize varied methods and approaches to material, integrating technology, assessments, projects, labs, and experiments to encourage and create engaged learning in the classroom
• Provide frequent, meaningful feedback to students, including report cards with individualized comments.
• Communicate effectively with parents
• Serve as a middle school advisor
• Perform other duties (recess, lunch, dismissal, etc) as assigned
• Attend and actively participate in all faculty meetings
• Participate in special school events including but not limited to, Open House, Back to School Night, and special student performances
• Chaperone overnight grade-level science field trips

• Four-year degree from a college or university (Master’s degree preferred)
• Valid teacher credential and/or previous teaching experience (3-5+ years preferred) 
• Commitment to working in a diverse learning environment that necessitates flexibility, professional behavior, a positive attitude, and a desire to enhance professional growth
• Strong written and oral communication skills

About The Gooden School

Since 1975, The Gooden School has dedicated itself to fostering a nurturing student-centered environment within a supportive, caring community. We believe high-quality education must be engaging, individualized, and inspiring. We value curiosity. We celebrate differences. We pride ourselves on our commitment to others. A Gooden graduate is a student of the world with a strong moral compass guiding them towards fulfilling and bright futures.

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