Echo Horizon School and its Echo Center is to educate children in a collaborative environment that is academically challenging and developmentally appropriate.  We actively promote mutual respect, individual responsibility, and ethical action.

Located in the arts district of Culver City, Echo Horizon is a Pre-K-6 elementary school that:

Gives children the time to be children, in a safe, inclusive community that is down-to-earth and free of unhealthy pressure.  Educates students with a unique curriculum that combines the “best of both worlds”: the strongest traditional practices with research-based and evidence-tested innovation.

Here at Echo Horizon School, we not only talk about the value of diversity and inclusion, but it is embodied daily.

POSITION SCOPE:  This Substitute Classroom Teacher position is responsible for performing the grade-appropriate curriculum instruction in language arts, math, science and social studies using the lesson plan developed by the Lead Classroom Teacher.  Within the classroom, the Substitute teacher provides academic guidance to students, supports behavioral management, grades assignments, and keeps track of student progress.

 Essential Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Execute the lesson plan developed by the Lead Classroom Teacher
• Use best pedagogical practices and principles of effective instruction consistently in the classroom.
• Create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment where all children are heard, supported, valued, and respected for their unique identity.
• Provide a balanced classroom where social emotional learning, character development, and academic excellence are prioritized and valued.
• Maintain records/notes on student progress to pass on to the lead teacher
• Work collaboratively with your grade level DHH teacher.
• Follow school policies and procedures as described in the faculty handbook.
• Assist with carpool, lunch and recess duties.

Echo Horizon School is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

*Please send a cover letter, resume, and teaching philosophy statement to:

careers@echohorizon.org

PREREQUISITE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree
• California Teaching Credential required
• Master’s Degree in Education or similar field preferred
• Up-to-date with best pedagogical practices for elementary school education
• Teaching experience in elementary and/or middle school
• Knowledge of Common Core standards, Principles of Effective Instruction, Responsive Classroom, Lucy Calkins Writers Workshop, and Singapore Math methods
• Exceptional cultural competency skills in order to create a diversity responsive learning environment and to work effectively with a range of students from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to support the behavioral and developmental needs of children
• A positive outlook, strong listening skills, a growth mindset, and an enthusiasm for working with young people and their families.
• Curiosity and a love of learning and children
• A willingness and enthusiasm to participate and be visible in the Echo Horizon School community
• Proficiency with Mac computers, MS Office programs, Internet use

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

•  Standing and sitting for extended periods of time
• Repeated squatting and bending
• Lifting up to 30 pounds
• Ability to work outdoors with no temperature control
• Correctable vision and hearing.