Description
Immaculate Heart High School, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for girls, has been located on a beautiful hillside property in the Los Feliz area of Los Angeles, California, since our founding by the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary in 1906. We continue to attract very talented and highly motivated young women who represent the religious, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the City of Los Angeles and its suburbs. Our students are immersed in an exciting and challenging curriculum that inspires a love of learning while demanding the focus and self-discipline necessary for success in college and beyond.
Immaculate Heart High School is seeking an energetic and thoughtful Science Teacher, with an emphasis in Biology and Physiology, for the 2024-25 academic year. The teacher must value collaboration and have strong communication skills.
In Biology, the teacher must be comfortable and able to teach mastery of the following topics: cellular structure, function, and processes, homeostasis, genetics, evolution, zoology, and ecology. Laboratory activities are an essential component to enhance course content. The Physiology course provides an overview of the complex design and workings of the human body. This course utilizes laboratory experiments to enhance course content. Students are required to carry out dissections on a variety of animals.
The Ideal Candidate:
• is an experienced teacher of science who can teach a variety of content area subjects.
• relies on frequent and varied assessment methods to gauge student progress and provide feedback.
• enjoys the freedom and support to develop innovative teaching strategies.
• is willing to collaborate with other teachers within and beyond the department in our professional learning community.
• is sensitive to an academically, socially, culturally, and ethnically diverse, all-girl population.
• is comfortable teaching in a technology-enhanced learning environment.
• demonstrates excellent classroom management, communication, and organization skills.
• is able to connect with students, parents, and colleagues in a professional way.
Requirements
• Prior high school science teaching experience
• Bachelor’s degree in science, Master’s degree is an advantage
• CA Single Subject Teaching Credential
Application Procedure:
Interested candidates should email the following to: employment-hs@ihs.immaculateheart.org
• In the subject line, indicate the position you are applying for.
• Letter of Interest
• Resume reflecting educational and professional background
• Name and contact information of three professional references (Current supervisor will not be contacted without prior approval.)
• Copy of college transcript and credential (at time of interview)
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
Immaculate Heart High School (Los Angeles)
5515 Franklin Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90028
employment-hs@ihs.immaculateheart.org