Single Subject Credentialed Science Teacher - 5-8th Grade

Single Subject Credentialed Science Teacher - 5-8th Grade at Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy Print Application Deadline 9/30/2026 11:55 PM Pacific Date Posted 6/10/2026 Contact Tanya Taylor Number of Openings 2 Salary Pay dependent on experience Add'l Salary Info Commensurate with experience/ Competitive benefits package Length of Work Year 2026-2027 Employment Type Full Time Job Summary Job Summary Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Science Teacher to join our team for the upcoming academic year. The ideal candidate will have strong classroom management skills, an enthusiasm for teaching middle school students, and a commitment to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous learning environment. Candidates must hold the appropriate California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Science. View Job Description Requirements /

Qualifications Qualifications:

• You must live in California
• Valid California Single Subject Credential in Science
• EL Authorization (CLAD or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to manage a classroom effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and fostering equity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching grades school Science (grades 5-8)
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Application Requirements:

• EdJoin application
• Letter of Introduction (Please attach a letter of introduction in which you discuss your problem solving skills, use of technology in the classroom, and the strengths and weaknesses of online classroom platforms.)
• Resume
• Copy of valid teaching credential(s) (MUST be the credential as you see it on the CTC website with the document number, issue and expiration date, as well as all authorization codes and subjects.)
• Transcripts (Unofficial acceptable for application)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Dated within the past 3 years.

Letters must be on official school or business letterhead.) Requirements /

Qualifications Qualifications:

• You must live in California
• Valid California Single Subject Credential in Science
• EL Authorization (CLAD or equivalent)
• Demonstrated ability to manage a classroom effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching and fostering equity and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching grades school Science (grades 5-8)
• Bilingual or multilingual candidates encouraged to apply

Application Requirements:

• EdJoin application
• Letter of Introduction (Please attach a letter of introduction in which you discuss your problem solving skills, use of technology in the classroom, and the strengths and weaknesses of online classroom platforms.)
• Resume
• Copy of valid teaching credential(s) (MUST be the credential as you see it on the CTC website with the document number, issue and expiration date, as well as all authorization codes and subjects.)
• Transcripts (Unofficial acceptable for application)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Dated within the past 3 years.

Letters must be on official school or business letterhead.)

Comments and Other Information Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based Science instruction
• Maintain a structured, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary and school-wide initiatives
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and learning goals
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school events
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance

NOTE:

AT WILL EMPLOYMENT JLPAA

will ensure that all legal qualification requirements will be met for teachers, staff, paraprofessionals and other administrative employees of the school. Each certificated employee at JLPAA will meet the state licensing requirements for the position that he/she holds. All teachers and staff will be "at-will" employees, in accordance with California law, meaning that the employment relationship can be severed by either party at any time, with or without cause. As per the school charter, all employment with Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is considered at will. This means that both employees and Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy have the right to terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice, and with or without cause. Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, and promotion of individuals in all job classifications will be conducted without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws, except where bona fide occupational qualifications exist.

Comments and Other Information Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-based Science instruction
• Maintain a structured, respectful, and inclusive classroom environment
• Use formative and summative assessments to guide instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary and school-wide initiatives
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and learning goals
• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and school events
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance

NOTE:

AT WILL EMPLOYMENT JLPAA

will ensure that all legal qualification requirements will be met for teachers, staff, paraprofessionals and other administrative employees of the school. Each certificated employee at JLPAA will meet the state licensing requirements for the position that he/she holds. All teachers and staff will be "at-will" employees, in accordance with California law, meaning that the employment relationship can be severed by either party at any time, with or without cause. As per the school charter, all employment with Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is considered at will. This means that both employees and Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy have the right to terminate employment at any time, with or without advance notice, and with or without cause. Julia Lee Performing Arts Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, and promotion of individuals in all job classifications will be conducted without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws, except where bona fide occupational qualifications exist. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY

(Current Employees ONLY)

APPLY QUICK

APPLY