Math and Science Teacher

Math & Science Teacher - Fusion Academy Westlake Village
In-Person
Part-Time (~6-12 hours to start)
Starting Rate: $28.50

Position Summary:

Our campus has an immediate opening for an instructor able to teach Science and Math, with an expertise in Biology. Strong candidates will be able to teach math up to Calculus as well as Biology, Chemistry, and or Physics. We will also be strongly considering candidates who are able to teach additional subject matters as well (e.g. English, World Languages, Art, Computer Science, Physical Education). Candidates who feel comfortable teaching a broader range of subject matters will have opportunities for more teaching hours.

This position provides a student-centered, supportive classroom that promotes resourcefulness, critical thinking, self-awareness, and inclusion while addressing the individual academic and emotional needs of each student through Fusion's differentiated approach.

This position is open now, and may start with about 6-12 hours a week, but typically grows beyond that depending upon enrollment and teacher versatility.

Candidates can learn much more about Fusion here: Fusion Careers

Key Responsibilities Include:

As a teacher provide a one-to-one teaching experience in the areas of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and possibly Statistics at grade levels 6-12.

Show evidence of adapting and differentiated instruction for all students and a classroom forum for holistic growth.

Maintain complete and accurate teacher and student records.

Develop and maintain genuine, positive and consistent communication between parent and teacher.

Contribute to and benefit from the campus community.

Practice professionalism through ongoing professional development, reflection and continuous improvement.

In addition to subject matter tutoring and teaching, this position includes significant student mentoring.

Other duties as assigned. (i.e. Tutor part time students)

Qualifications Required:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required for consideration, as well as a higher level Math and/or Science background.

Solid subject matter knowledge in a majority of these areas: Math, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and possibly Statistics at grade levels 6-12.

Teaching credentials are a plus but are not mandatory.

Experience with students with learning differences and ADHD is a plus as well as mentoring experience.

The ideal candidate is outgoing, well organized, competent in basic computer skills, and is an individual who is eager to work in a highly dynamic, energetic school setting.

Candidate must be prepared to teach and tutor material at a high school level immediately.

Competencies Desired:

Expertise in the relevant subject area.

Understand learning differences and emotional difficulties.

Ability to mentor as a positive role model.

Understand and support each student's Formal Education Plan (FEP).

Commitment to continuous improvement.

Self-directed, proactive, intelligent, knowledge of curriculum and assessment, multi-tasker, problem solving skills, professional written and verbal communication skills, ability to connect with students with patience and compassion.

Ability to manage stress, and self-regulate during chaos and crisis, consistently positive attitude, strong teamwork, passionate, genuine, organized, internally motivated, service orientation, ability to reserve judgment and respond with curiosity and compassion.

Benefits:

Note that pay may vary based on location, skills, and experience.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full time employees which generally includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• An opportunity to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• Sick time, paid holidays and vacation in accordance with company policy and state law
• Accident and life insurance as well as short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

We offer a package for part time employees which generally includes:

• Sick time and paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• Tax-advantaged commuter benefits
• Employee assistance program
• 401(k) plan with company match, based on eligibility

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. If a bonus applies, more information will be given at offer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality or sex.

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