Wellness Educator & Advanced Psychology Teacher

1000scholars; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Geffen Academy at UCLA seeks a Wellness Educator to deliver a meaningful program for grades 6–12, including an Advanced Psychology course using a Psychology 101 framework. You will design wellness curricula, maps, and lesson plans, and work with UCLA faculty to integrate university resources.

This is a 70% FTE, term-based role through December 2026, with commitment to student health and safety. The educator will develop engaging instruction, mentor independent projects, and participate in parent

Qualifications

• Experience teaching grades 6–12 and Advanced Psychology.
• Ability to design wellness curricula and unit plans.
• Commitment to student mental and physical health.
• Ability to collaborate with UCLA faculty and school leadership.
• Availability for part-time employment (70% FTE) through December 2026.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust wellness curricula including maps, pacing guides, unit and lesson plans addressing mental health, physical health, healthy sexuality, relationships and consent.
• Teach an Advanced Psychology class.
• Evaluate and select books and digital materials for instruction.
• Collaborate with UCLA faculty to leverage the university relationship.
• Engage in parent/caretaker evenings and recruitment events.
• Mentor students on independent projects and supervise cocurricular activities.
• Provide safety instruction and communicate concerns about student health or learning problems.
• Adhere to Geffen Academy and UCLA policies and school handbooks.

Skills

Curriculum design

Teaching

Mental health education

Communication with parents

Collaboration

Mentoring

Job description

Geffen Academy at UCLA seeks a Wellness Educator to deliver a meaningful program for grades 6–12, including an Advanced Psychology course using a Psychology 101 framework. You will design wellness curricula, maps, and lesson plans, and work with UCLA faculty to integrate university resources.

This is a 70% FTE, term-based role through December 2026, with commitment to student health and safety. The educator will develop engaging instruction, mentor independent projects, and participate in parent