Upper School Science Associate Teacher

Mirman School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mirman School seeks a full-time Upper School (5th-8th) Associate Teacher for Science to join a gifted learners program in Los Angeles. You will work with two Lead Science Teachers to develop a dynamic science curriculum and foster strong student-teacher relationships across grade levels.

The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS in science education, demonstrates strong communication and collaboration, and is flexible and creative in a fast-paced school setting.

Qualifications

• Requires strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility and creativity in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working with children is welcomed.
• Culturally competent and engaged with a diverse community.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and co-teach with Lead Scientists to plan curriculum and deliver science instruction.
• Manage lab materials with emphasis on safety and organization.
• Teach or co-teach electives as needed.
• Apply feedback to teaching practices.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Flexibility

Creativity

Experience with children

Culturally competent

Education

Bachelor's degree in science education

Job description

Details

Posted: 02-Jul-26

Location: Los Angeles, California

Type: Full Time

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000

Categories:

Science

Salary Details:

Salary based on experience

Required Education:

4 Year Degree

Mirman School is seeking a full-time, Upper School (5th-8th) Associate Teacher for Science to join our community of learners, who are compelled by the school’s mission and has comprehensive responsibility for all activities involving students and faculty. This position will support Mirman School’s upper school science program.

About Mirman School

Mirman School embraces, supports, and values the many facets and faces of giftedness as we nurture our students’ abilities to reach their highest potential. As an educational institution, we are committed to personalizing our curriculum through depth and complexity, while celebrating the intellectual, creative, and kinesthetic dimensions of childhood and adolescence.

We foster a culture of inclusivity and connectivity in which our students’ academic, co-curricular, and socio-emotional experiences and needs are supported. Mirman faculty and staff model empathy and respect in our communal effort to enhance whole-child learning.

Our goal is to inspire lifelong curiosity and learning, the continuous pursuit of excellence, and ethical leadership among our students and graduates.

Our Values

• Responsibility — We are obligated to care for ourselves, our community, and our environment.
• Integrity — What we believe is right directly shapes our actions.
• Discovery — We enthusiastically pursue knowledge about ourselves and the world around us.
• Empathy — We strive to understand and value the experiences and feelings of others.
• Resilience — We recognize challenges as necessary steps in learning and personal growth.

Job Summary

Work with the two Lead Science Teachers to create a flexible and dynamic program favorable to learning and personal growth for highly gifted children; establish effective rapport with students, parents, and colleagues; nurture passions and talents of students; develop each child’s skills, attitudes, and knowledge to establish a strong foundation for middle grade education in accordance with each student’s ability; collaborate and partner with colleagues and the Administration to build, assess, and integrate curriculum across disciplines; foster student success and well-being beyond the classroom.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborate and co-teach with the Lead Teachers to plan curriculum and deliver science instruction, including supporting and leading lessons as appropriate and providing coverage when needed
• Manage lab materials with a focus on safety and organization to support classroom curriculum and instruction
• Teaching or co-teaching electives
• Apply feedback to teaching practice
• Perform other school related duties such as lunch / recess supervision, overnight outdoor education trips, and subbing
• Attend grade level, department, faculty, and professional growth meetings
• Work under the mentorship of the Lead Teachers to develop instructional practices, including the use of methods, materials, and technology
• Co-advise 12-14 students and support Mirman’s SEL program
• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in a science education-related field
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Flexibility and creativity in working in a dynamic environment exhibiting the qualities of an adult learner
• Experience working with children (informal or volunteer work is welcomed)
• Culturally competent, responsive and engaged community learner
• Exhibit enthusiasm and commitment to the vision, mission and guiding principles of the school

About Mirman School

Mirman School opened its doors to educate gifted children in 1962. Motivated by a deep love and concern for these children, Dr. and Mrs. Norman J. Mirman began the school with nine pioneering students in their West Los Angeles home. Today, with a newly expanded campus serving all dimensions of childhood, Mirman School is a thriving and diverse community home to 430 students.

Mirman continues to distinguish itself as one of the few schools in the country devoted to the education of highly gifted children, particularly serving all dimensions of childhood — academic, artistic, kinesthetic, and more.

Mirman’s Mission We cultivate the boundless potential of highly gifted children, nurture their passions and talents, and develop a diverse community of creative and constructive lifelong learners.

Our 7 acre campus is home to both Lower and Upper Schools, beautiful outdoor community spaces including regulation-size athletic fields and basketball courts, Ga-Ga courts, innovative play yards, and office and classroom spaces including a new 16,000 square foot Learning Center that opened in August 2023.

Our faculty lounge creates a warm convivial space for gathering, collaborating, a...nd all the coffee one could want. Recycling initiatives and fast-fill water stations throughout campus, in addition to energy efficient office spaces, combine to create a greener community.

Our Community Mirman is made up of students and their families, a dedicated and passionate Parent Service League, and a Board of Trustees made up of community leaders. In the Lower School, lead teachers are supported by Associate Teachers in every homeroom, while Upper School teachers specialize in disciplines such as English, science, Latin, Mandarin, History, etc. Dynamic specialists in science, STEM, technology, math, art, music, choir, theatre and more round out the fabric of our faculty.

Mirman is also home to a collegial and collaborative group of administrators who work to facilitate the ideal teaching and learning environment.