Posted: 03-Feb-26
Location: Van Nuys, California
Type: Full Time
Salary: 67,000 - 90,000
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Preferred Education:
Laurence School Description:
Laurence School was founded in 1953 by educators with a visionary educational philosophy focused on teaching the "Total Child." Our founders recognized the importance of social, emotional and physical development in children's ability to learn, as well as the need to engage children in interactive learning experiences.
Rooted in this tradition, we provide children with a challenging, integrated academic curriculum, character-based education, and diverse enrichment and athletic opportunities in a nurturing environment. At Laurence, we value curiosity, aiming to develop creative thinkers, future leaders, and lifelong learners.
Our Kindergarten through 6th Grade school pours the entirety of its resources and passion into elementary education. Everything from our STEAM program to our performing arts program is geared towards teaching students beginning at age five, and the skills and lessons are designed to spiral up through the grades, building our students into confident, well-rounded, young adults who matriculate to select middle schools in the Los Angeles area
Laurence School is currently seeking a full time upper or lower Elementary Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year who is an energetic, creative and skillful educator, responsible for developing curriculum to enhance students’ skills and knowledge in various subjects and concepts, encourage students’ social/emotional skills and promote thoughtful student participation.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
An elementary teacher at Laurence School is responsible for delivering curriculum to a classroom of students. Working within the faculty team, this instructor works to develop students’ understanding of both academic content while also fostering crucial social-emotional learning. The essential job responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
Cultivate and model a respectful, safe, creative, and engaging classroom
Utilize best instructional practices, methods, materials and technology
Plan and implement appropriately challenging curriculum in both large and small groups. Work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
Relate to and communicate well with all members of the school community.
Guide and develop students to become confident and successful in their classroom experience.
Employ effective teaching methods and student management skills.
Communicate student progress with the administration and parents.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Note: Senate Bill (SB) 848 Requirement
Effective January 1, 2026, Senate Bill 848 (SB848) requires all applicants to disclose all prior school employment. Laurence School complies with SB 848 and will contact each listed school. Please list all prior school employment on the employment application.
Job Qualifications:
2-5 years’ experience with teaching/working with children in a school setting.
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential or Master’s Degree in Education.
Able to pass state and federal background checks