Lower School LD Teacher Growth & Impact

WESTMARK SCHOOL; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmark School in Los Angeles seeks qualified educators to join a team dedicated to language-based learning differences. The role focuses on structured literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies for LD students.

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package for full-time employees, with ongoing professional development and a collaborative school community committed to student growth, equity, and inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or related field preferred.
• Credential or graduate work in special education or learning disabilities preferred.
• Knowledge of multisensory teaching methodologies and evidence-based interventions.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Minimum 2–4 years of classroom teaching experience with LD students.

Responsibilities

• Teach structured literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies to students with language-based learning differences.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate learning experiences aligned with Westmark’s mission.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams to plan curriculum.
• Use restorative and trauma-informed practices within the classroom.
• Maintain timely communication with families and the Director of Lower School.
• Differentiate instruction and write narrative progress reports; support Parent-Teacher Conferences.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Growth mindset

Empathy and high EQ

Time-management

Multisensory teaching

Education

Master’s degree in education or related field

Credential or graduate work in special education or learning disabilities

Job description

Westmark School in Los Angeles seeks qualified educators to join a team dedicated to language-based learning differences. The role focuses on structured literacy, writing, math, science, and social studies for LD students.

We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package for full-time employees, with ongoing professional development and a collaborative school community committed to student growth, equity, and inclusive education.