Career Center

Laguna Blanca School is a college preparatory, coeducational day school located on two campuses in Santa Barbara, California. Grades EK-4 are located on a quaint campus in Montecito, while Grades 5-12 are located on Laguna’s historic campus in idyllic Hope Ranch. Laguna Blanca emphasizes its core values of scholarship, character, balance, and community in its programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach five classes in the sciences, including 3 sections of sixth grade and 1 section of Biology & co-teaches Science Research Program with Department Chair
• Collaborate with other teachers to continue to develop and refine the School’s curriculum
• Serve as a member of the applicable grade-level team(s) of teachers meeting on a regular basis to plan, develop, and coordinate student support in alignment with the mission of the school
• Serve as a member of the Science Department, attending departmental meetings, developing and updating course curricula, and supporting the work of the department
• Perform other non-teaching duties as assigned by the Head of School and the Middle School and Upper School division heads
• Communicate progress and concerns with tact and professionalism to parents and, as appropriate, other faculty, staff, and/or Head of School
• Discuss academic difficulties or behavioral problems with students as they arise
• Maintain required documentation for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records
• Monitor study halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff
• Perform related tasks such as sponsoring student activities or organizations 

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom
• Delivers STEM-oriented instruction through Project-Based Learning methods in the following subject areas:
• Engineering & Robotics
• Teaches existing curriculum, or develops curriculum that focuses students on the design thinking process and meets Laguna Blanca’s pedagogical standards.  Developed curriculum should be created through a collaborative process that strives for interdisciplinary connections, enhances existing programs, and meshes with existing courses. Curriculum should help students work both collaboratively and individually to solve complex authentic problems.
• Creates a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning and is appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students.
• Employs a variety of instructional techniques, instructional media, and assessments, which meet the needs of the spectrum of students enrolled at Laguna Blanca School.
• Establishes and communicates clear objectives for all lessons, curricular units, and projects. 
• Facilitate, create, and participate in a variety of STEM related admission activities, clubs, competitions, and outreach events.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Creative analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree or relevant professional experience.  Formal education in computer science is required. 

EXPERIENCE: Teaching experience is preferred, but subject area experience and a willingness to develop instructional skills will also be considered.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:   Knowledge of the current theories, techniques and methodologies of STEM.  We require a person with a passion for all things STEM and  some experience with computer science.  Experience with the following is preferred, but not required:

• CAD software 
• 3D printers and 3D print software
• Laser cutting
• Router and mills
• Makerspace tools 
• VEX robotics platform
• Sphero robotics platform

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times
• Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency

Teachers at Laguna Blanca:

• Encourage a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice
• Exhibit knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles
• Communicates effectively with students and families about classroom activities and student progress
• Demonstrates content knowledge
• Sets high academic achievement expectations
• Identifies and supports students’ social, emotional, and behavior learning needs
• Implements Project-Based Learning techniques and strategies
• Facilitates and designs effective group work
• Provides timely feedback and collaborates with faculty to offer specialized support  
• Fosters student growth through semi-annual Student-Led Conferences (SLC) and Presentations of Learning (POL)
• Showcases student work within the community
• Scaffolds instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning opportunities
•  Differentiates instruction based on feedback, needs, and learning levels
• Provides opportunities for student engagement through “Voice and Choice”
• Creates relevant and authentic learning experiences
• Implements backward design to align all lessons, activities, and assessments
• Designs formal and informal assessments that measure student progress

Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate based on gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment.