Brooklyn, New York
Fairfield, Connecticut
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Posted: 18-Feb-25
Location: Los Angeles, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: $75,000 - $120,000
Categories:
POSITION TITLE: Science Instructional Leader
REPORTS TO: Division Head
SUPERVISES: Science Department Faculty
FLSA STATUS & CLASSIFICATION: 1.0 FTE, Exempt Faculty
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Science Instructional Leader will oversee teaching and learning in the Science department. The Science Instructional Leader serves on the Instructional Leadership Team of the School, and is responsible for operationalizing Milken’s Educational Philosophy and upholding its Core Values and Mission. The Science Instructional Leader supervises teachers and develops curriculum in their department to ensure healthy collaboration and high quality instruction. As a member of the Instructional Leadership Team, the Instructional Leader reports directly to the Dean of Faculty.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teach up to three classes and advise in one division.
- Leads bi-weekly Science department meetings.
- Set professional departmental and individual goals with Science faculty to support an ongoing plan for professional development.
- Conduct classroom observations of Science teachers and offer regular and ongoing written and oral feedback to facilitate professional growth.
- Actively participates in all Instructional Leadership Team meetings and training.
- Review and provide feedback on Science faculty gradebooks, website presence,, and syllabi.
- Work with the Chief Curriculum Officer on developing Science curricula.
- Evaluate the quality of Science instruction and curriculum with respect to standards and expected learning outcomes.
- Facilitate the productive use of information resources and technology to enhance teaching and learning.
- Collaborate with Division Heads and Chief Curriculum Officer to advise on the course placement process.
- Oversee the consistent implementation of departmental and school-wide policies.
- Promote and track all faculty communication.
- Collaborate with Academic Support Directors and Head of Student Services to support the learning of all students.
- Lead sessions for admissions events such as parent coffees, open houses, and feeder school visits.
- Manage departmental budget.
- Supervise the departmental Signature Program.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Holds a Master’s Degree in Education, Curriculum and Instruction or related field, and a minimum of five years of classroom teaching experience.
- Educational Leadership experience in a school setting.
- Strong sense of commitment to Milken Community School’s mission, core values, and educational philosophy.
- Highly knowledgeable in best practices of curriculum, instruction, differentiation, and assessment.
Standard On-Campus Hours*
Start: M - F by 7:45 AM
End: M - Th 3:30 PM, F 2:30 PM
*All schedules are subject to change.
SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - $120,000
Interested candidates may apply here.
OUR MISSION
Our School, founded on Jewish values, is about who our children can become, and how they can help others become who they might be. Because the world our children will create tomorrow is born in the School we build today, our mission is to educate our children so they can surpass us.
Milken strives to be a nurturing, diverse and inclusive community. It is a vibrant academic home, drawing faculty and staff from the spectrum of faith, social and cultural backgrounds.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified.
Work Environment: At Milken Community School, equity, inclusion, and social justice are central to this mission. We embrace diversity for the benefit of our students, families, faculty, and staff, striving to create a learning community where everyone is known, supported, and valued. As an equal opportunity workplace, Milken is dedicated to fostering an inclusive, responsive environment free from discrimination, harassment, violence, and any other form of abusive conduct. Guided by our mission, we employ and support individuals of all races, ancestries, national origins, genders, gender identities, sexual orientations, marital statuses, ages, religions, disabilities, veteran statuses, citizenships, and other legally protected statuses, ensuring that all employees are afforded the rights and privileges available to all members of our school community.