INTERNAL ONLY: Science Safety Lead (SSL) (LW)

Centinela Valley Union High School District; California (MO); On-site; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Part time

Job summary

A California school district is seeking a Science Safety Lead for the 2025-2026 academic year. Responsibilities include conducting chemical inventory, ensuring safety compliance, and providing training to staff. The position requires a valid California Teaching Credential in Science and a minimum of three years of teaching experience. This role offers an hourly rate of $55, with variable hours based on training needs and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in science.
• Experience with various chemicals used in high school science classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and maintain accurate inventory of all chemicals stored.
• Ensure proper usage, storage, and disposal of all chemicals.
• Provide chemical safety training to staff.

Skills

Chemical handling

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Education

Valid Clear California Teaching Credential in Science

Job description

Science Safety Lead (SSL)

Date Posted: June 30, 2025

Location: Centinela Valley Union High School District – Lawndale High School

Closing Date: 07/07/2025 by 5pm

Duration: July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026

Compensation: $55 per hour, not to exceed 50 hours; plus additional hours to complete required training (minimum 11 hours). Hours may vary depending on training needed based on experience and background.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and maintain an accurate inventory of all chemicals stored in each building, chemical storage rooms, and classroom labs.
• Ensure proper usage, storage, and disposal of all chemicals and lab specimens.
• Perform training: complete online and/or in‑person courses covering chemical handling, biological waste, storage, disposal, and emergency procedures.
• Provide chemical safety training and support to staff, including SDS review.
• Maintain safety data sheets and a readily accessible binder; keep a physical SDS for every chemical on site.
• Maintain and inspect safety stations, first‑aid equipment, and chemical safety kits.
• Regularly inspect chemicals, inventory, and storage containers; update the inventory annually; discard leaking, damaged, empty, or unlabeled containers.
• Store unused chemicals in a segregated, limited‑access area with proper placards and signage.
• Coordinate monthly inspections of hazardous‑waste storage, arrange for removal and proper disposal, and schedule yearly disposal.
• Use the district online inventory document to manage the chemical inventory accessible to the science department.
• Conduct yearly inventories of all chemicals in each building, documenting name, quantity, hazard information, and location.
• Maintain knowledge of chemical storage, handling, and safety requirements.
• Submit monthly checklists for safe handling and storage to the Science Department Chair, Classroom Teacher, and district administrators.
• Attend quarterly district meetings; report on monthly checklists, progress, and provide input on safety guidelines.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the Science Department Chair, administrators, and teachers regarding inventory, disposal processes, and hazardous conditions.
• Uphold compliance with the CDE Science Safety Handbook; assist with development and updating of the CVUHSD Safety Lab Guidebook.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Clear California Teaching Credential in Science.
• Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with a variety of chemicals used in high‑school science classrooms.
• Demonstrated willingness and organizational capability to ensure chemical inventory accuracy.

Application Procedure

Only full‑time, contracted CVUHSD certificated employees are eligible for this extra‑duty assignment. To apply, complete the online application at https://www.applitrack.com/centinelak12ca/onlineapp/.

Deadline to Apply: Until Filled. The District reserves the right to reopen, readvertise, delay, or cancel filling this position.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The Centinela Valley Union High School District is committed to providing a safe school and working environment where all individuals in education are afforded equal access and opportunities. The District’s academic and other educational support programs, services, and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, age, religious faith, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression; or association with a group with one or more of these characteristics. For more information regarding complaints, visit the District's Complaints Webpage: http://bit.ly/cvcomplaints or contact Dr. Pamela Brown, Assistant Superintendent, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at [e-mail] (310) 263‑3210.