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.

Laguna is looking for Substitute Teachers that will be on our Hope Ranch campus who would be available to cover classes when a member of the faculty is sick or away o n a planned absence.   Must be comfortable being in person on campus with students and have experience with students in grades 5-12. 

Competitive applicants will possess the following skills and attributes:

• Experience teaching middle school, and/or high school students
• Knowledge of Google Suite tools to access classroom materials 
• Dependability to arrive on time, respond to substitute requests, and connect with the Sub-Coordinator
• Ability to address a range of students with differing learning styles in order to proctor the day’s activities and expectations set by the faculty member.
• An interest in collegial collaboration
• High energy level and positive attitude
• Strong communication skills, including verbal and written
• Use and knowledge of technology in education
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Ability to successfully develop and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, students, and families

QUALIFICATIONS

• The most qualified applicants will have classroom/library and/or campus experience and must possess a strong desire to take an active role in the school. Candidates should be technologically proficient and possess excellent communication skills. Bachelor's Degree and experience expected, advanced degree and teaching credential preferred.
• Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate on the basis of 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.

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

The most qualified applicants will have previous after-school care experience and must possess a strong desire to take an active role in leading. Candidates should be child-centered, technologically proficient, and possess excellent communication skills. Bachelor's Degree and/or a California teaching credential is preferred. 

Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate on the basis of 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.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to employment@lagunablanca.org.