UPPER SCHOOL PHYSICS AND ADVANCED DATA SCIENCE TEACHER LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE

UPPER SCHOOL PHYSICS AND ADVANCED DATA SCIENCE TEACHER

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUE

Laguna Blanca School is a college preparatory, coeducational day school located on two campuses in Santa Barbara, California. Grades EK-4 are located on a quaint campus in Montecito, while Grades 5-12 are located on Laguna’s historic campus in idyllic Hope Ranch. Laguna Blanca emphasizes its core values of scholarship, character, balance, and community in its programs.

Laguna Blanca School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute to teach Upper School Physics and Advanced Data Science. This is a temporary assignment beginning in February 2027 for approximately 2–3 weeks, with a second assignment in May 2027 for approximately 2–3 weeks. Dates are flexible and may vary based on the teacher’s leave.

The substitute will teach a total of five sections: 11th and 12th grade Physics, Physics Honors, AP Physics C: Mechanics, and Advanced Data Science.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable science educator who enjoys working with high school students and can provide a positive, engaging classroom experience during the teacher’s absence.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to and . Applications will not be considered complete until all required items are received.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Delivers excellence in US science and data science classroom instruction and ensures the following:

• Creates multifaceted assessments that not only speak to students’ content acquisition, but the process skills of science and data science
• Understands thematic instruction and the use of interdisciplinary units to contextualize students’ science education
• Works to intertwine experimental design and inquiry into student’s lab experiences

Delivers physics instruction through various modalities including project-based learning methods. The position requires and is not limited to proficiency in the following areas:

• Algebra/trigonometry skills for an advanced mechanics course
• Calculus skills for AP Physics C
• Kinematics of motion with constant acceleration
• Newton’s laws and their application in problem-solving
• Laws of conservation of energy and momentum and their application in problem-solving
• A passion for the cosmos!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s Degree highly preferred & teaching credential preferred.
• Prior teaching experience highly preferred in high school.
• Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required

INSTRUCTORS AT LAGUNA

Laguna seeks dedicated and mission-driven faculty who:

• Demonstrate a passion for supporting an engaging, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment.
• Contribute to a warm, collaborative, and professional workplace that upholds the school’s values and culture.
• Develops innovative, diverse, and inclusive curriculum and assessments that are vertically and horizontally aligned.
• Differentiates instruction based on needs and learning levels. Sets high academic achievement expectations, while exhibiting knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles.
• Demonstrates content knowledge and passion for the subject area(s).
• Fosters active student learning, helping students work both collaboratively and individually to solve complex authentic problems by incorporating strategies such as project based and experiential learning. Provides opportunities for student engagement through “voice and choice.”
• Collaborates with colleagues in a process that strives for interdisciplinary connections, enhances existing programs, and meshes with existing courses.
• Provides timely feedback and communicates effectively with students and families about classroom activities and student progress, including during conferences, via report card narratives, and by maintaining an accurate gradebook.
• Identifies and supports students’ social, emotional, and behavior learning needs.
• Demonstrates cultural competency in their teaching, teamwork, and leadership ability.
• Is committed to the values and the ongoing work of inclusion and belonging. Encourages and maintains a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice, both in the classroom and in the school community.
• Participates as an ambassador of the school to build and support relationships with all key constituents. This support includes participating in a range of school functions including but not limited to admission, alumni, and family events.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to traverse school facility and lead students to safety in the event of an emergency
• Occasionally bend, stoop, squat and lift up to 40 lbs as part of job duties
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for school-related events or projects
• Have a current TB Assessment
• Must provide a clear fingerprint test and background check
• Have CPR and First Aid certifications or have the ability to become certified upon employment

Note: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to meet the physical requirements and perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. In compliance with federal and state laws, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Please direct inquiries to Angela Jevons, , 805-969-1085.

COMPENSATION

Compensation for this position will be paid on a prorated basis for the duration of the temporary assignment, based on an annualized salary range of $55,000–$117,000. Please note that this position is not eligible for benefits.

Laguna Blanca School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any characteristic that is legally protected under applicable local, state, or federal law. This nondiscrimination policy includes but is not limited to admission, financial aid, educational programs, athletics, and employment.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $117,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person