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Geffen Academy UCLA, Los Angeles
Part-Time Spanish Educator
 

Position overview

Salary range: $69,379 - $157,481 (Salary to be pro-rated to 80% time)
 

Application Window

Open date: July 1, 2025

Next review date: Saturday, Aug 2, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Saturday, Aug 2, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
 

Position description

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 teachers 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. Teachers’ 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 World Languages Department Chair at Geffen Academy and the relevant division directors, Geffen Academy Educators 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 four (4) courses each term in the Middle School and Upper School program, and participating in a the life of Geffen Academy in a robust and fully engaged manner. 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 need and interests of Geffen Academy’s students
•In partnership with the department chair, evaluate and choose books, digital materials, experiential opportunities such as museum visits and theatrical performances, and other academic resources
•Participate in department representation at parent evenings and recruitment events
•Consistent with department leadership’s direction, assess the continued relevance and success of course offerings within the department
•Participate in committee work, whether the committee’s focus is solely within the department, or reaches to other parts of Geffen Academy enterprise
•Consistent with department leadership’s direction, participate in interdisciplinary instructional programs
• Serve as instructors/mentors/advisers of students’ independent projects
•Consistent with department leadership’s direction, orient new educators and establish appropriate mentoring relationships
• Engage in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities
• Consistent with department leadership’s direction, orient new educators and establish appropriate mentoring relationships
• Meet as needed and directed with the department
• Participate in continuing professional development and/or training activities
• Be available to provide proper coverage of instructional work for both scheduled and unscheduled absences of colleagues
•Consistent with department leadership’s direction, assist in the selection and administration of proficiency assessments
• 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
•Consistent with department leadership’s direction, collaborate with relevant UCLA faculty in devising programs that enable Geffen Academy’s students to take advantage of Geffen Academy’s relationship with a research university operating at the cutting edge of knowledge creation
• This list of duties is not exhaustive

School: https://www.geffenacademy.ucla.edu

Qualifications
 

Basic qualifications

The ideal candidate should have a Master’s degree in a related field and a strong background in secondary education with a clear understanding and embrace of Geffen Academy’s mission, vision, and values.
•Two – three years of secondary teaching experience in Middle School or Upper School.
• A record of outstanding success as a secondary educator.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills to articulate and explain instructional issues to colleagues, students, and families.
• Must be self-directed and able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruption.
• Must be capable of developing and sustaining close, effective working relationships with colleagues in the department and from other parts of UCLA and of Geffen Academy staff on matters of interdisciplinary and institutional concern.
• Experience in a variety of instructional and co-curricular/extra-curricular roles within a secondary school would be a plus.
• Must also possess a profound interest in collaborating with peers in the creation and implementation of a curriculum that focuses on the life of languages in Los Ángeles, is standards-based, incorporates authentic materials and is driven by communicative objectives, project-based learning and, ultimately, service learning.
 

Application Requirements

Document requirements

  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research (Optional)

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form

  • UCLA Mission Statement - As the nation's premier public research university, UC's mission is the creation, dissemination, preservation and application of knowledge for the betterment of our global society. We have a particular responsibility to the people of the state of California which we express in the excellence of the education we provide, the impact of the research we do, the comprehensive, life-saving medical services we provide, and the public service mission we are devoted to. The University of California promotes the social mobility of its students, equips them with the tools and experience that furthers their ambitions, and regards their accomplishments across the life span as evidence of the profoundly positive impact of higher education.

    The UCLA campus has expressed these goals in its strategic plan as follows:

    Deepen our engagement with Los Angeles
    Expand our reach as a global university
    Enhance our research and creative activities
    Elevate how we teach
    Become a more effective institution

    Prompt for candidates for recruitment:

    Reflecting on your personal and professional experiences, highlight your past contributions and future commitments to advancing UCLA's mission as embodied in the 2023-28 strategic plan. These accomplishments and ambitions may be discussed in the context of describing your teaching, scholarship, and service

Reference requirements

  • 3-5 required (contact information only)

References will be checked before an offer is made.

Apply link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10458

Help contact: hr@geffenacademy.ucla.edu

Larchmont Charter, Los Angeles, CA

Middle School Spanish Teacher

High School Spanish Teacher

Primary Function: Develop and implement a standards-based curriculum that utilizes constructivist instructional methods in the appropriate subject matter and grade level. Create a healthy, safe learning environment that demonstrates respect for all and supports student success. Communicate and partner effectively with parents to support student learning. Evaluate student learning and adapt to evaluation data to continually improve our academic program.


Essential Functions

Working within a collaborative, team environment, Teachers will:


 

  • Develop and teach curriculum in assigned subject area(s) within an integrated, theme-based program.

  • Incorporate constructivist instructional methods into a standards-based program.

  • Design, deliver, review, and revise assessments in order to learn from and improve curriculum and instruction in a data-driven, constructivist teaching environment.
     

Curriculum and Instruction
 

  • Plan and implement an integrated curriculum for assigned grade levels based upon the California State Standards and Common Core.

  • Create and maintain a classroom environment that supports learning utilizing constructivist methods.

  • Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs.

  • Maintain effective and efficient record-keeping procedures.

  • Provide assessment data to School Leadership as requested in a timely manner.

  • Collaborate with peers (grade level, department, enrichment, special ed., etc) in order to enhance the instructional environment.

  • Assume responsibility for meeting student performance goals and working with the faculty to meet defined achievement goals.
     

Classroom Management, Relationships, and Tone
 

  • Build personal relationships with all students that demonstrate respect and compassion.

  • Maintain a classroom atmosphere that is safe, accepting, positive, and interactive.

  • Create opportunities for students to learn with and from each other through varied groupings, partnerships, and shared learning experiences.

  • Involve students in classroom processes, including, but not limited to, creating class rules, accepting classroom responsibilities, understanding the consequences of misbehavior, communicating effectively about problems and conflicts, and developing the skills to solve problems independently.
     

Communications
 

  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.

  • Respond to parent and colleague communications in a respectful and timely manner.

  • Complete and submit quarterly progress reports and/or narratives in a timely manner.
     

Professionalism and Teamwork
 

  • Participate professionally in scheduled meetings (grade level, faculty, Whole Child Assessments, Professional Development, etc.).

  • Model professional behaviors and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the broader community.

  • Maintain reliable, consistent attendance and punctuality.
     

Other Functions
 

  • Adhere to school policies, procedures, and deadlines

  • Assist in before/after school carpool, as needed

  • Perform other duties as assigned

  • Assist in other school programs when necessary
     

Knowledge Of

Constructivist learning theory and its translation and application in the grade level of assignment; CA Common Core State Standards in the subject matter and age range of assignment; Classroom management strategies and approaches to creating and maintaining a classroom environment of safety, respect, and learning; Cultural and socio-economic differences in the student population; Conflict resolution strategies to support healthy social development in children; Professional skills for collaboration and teamwork with other education professionals; Written and oral communications skills.

Ability To

Apply constructivist theory to curriculum development; Translate standards into creative, integrated, project-based activities; Create and maintain a safe, respectful learning environment; Meet the needs of a diverse student population; Support student social and emotional development; Work collaboratively and professionally with the Larchmont Schools team; Communicate effectively with all stakeholders to support student success. Use modern technology for teaching, communicating and reporting.

Physical Requirements

Continual speaking; standing for long periods of time; frequent sitting, reaching, walking, bending, grasping, and pinching; occasional lifting and carrying, squatting, twisting, or kneeling.

Environment

Uneven surfaces, noise, quick work pace. Requires that the incumbent work effectively under stressful situations and respond to the unpredictable behaviors of students. Frequent use of computer screen. Occasionally involves working outdoors and exposure to inclement weather. Infrequently involves exposure to traffic congestion. It may rarely involve exposure to biohazardous waste.

Other Requirements

Support the Mission and Vision of the School; exercise good judgment and moral character; fingerprint clearance & TB test clearance; regular attendance. Larchmont Schools has the right to revise this job description at any time. Larchmont Schools is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Minimum Qualifications

(*) Bachelor’s Degree

(*) Valid CA Teaching Credential (single-subject credential in a core subject area)

(*) Valid CA English Learner Authorization

(*) TB Test clearance & DOJ fingerprint clearance

(*)2+ successful years teaching students in the 7-12 grade range with a track record of advancing student achievement (preferred)

(*) Complete familiarity with the CA Common Core State Standards (preferred)

(*) An enthusiasm for curriculum development to support a growing school program

(*) Possess/maintain valid Adult and Child CPR/First Aid/AED certification

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https://www.larchmontcharter.org/employment

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