Employment

Director of Admission and Enrollment

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Head of School, the Director of Admission and Enrollment is a key member of the senior administrative team and will oversee all aspects of admission and enrollment. The Director collaborates extensively with the Marketing and Communications Department to develop an outreach program that expands Westmark’s network of schools and professionals. The Director is responsible for new family onboarding, student retention programming, and external outreach that aligns with Westmark’s mission, vision, and values. The Director maintains a welcoming presence and interprets the unique mission and values of Westmark and the benefits for students attending the School.

Essential Responsibilities:

Admission

• Translates Westmark’s mission, curriculum, and educational philosophy to prospective families.
• Ensures that all forms of communications among constituents— including education professionals, psychologists, and prospective parents—are timely, accurate, and consistent with Westmark's vision, values, and branding.
• Utilizes and analyzes data and integrates research of child development into admission practices to track trends and metrics.
• Develops and maintains data tracking system focusing on student profiles and enrollment data for reporting purposes and to improve program development.
• Continually evaluates and makes improvements to all aspects of the admission plan.

Enrollment Strategy

• With the Head of School, Board Chair, and Director of Finance and Operations, establishes and strategically sets admission goals with the objective of maintaining a capacity enrollment and a waitlist of qualified applicants.
• Designs a five-year roadmap to build and maintain demand, increase revenue, and increase enrollment.
• Utilizes a dashboard approach to measure metrics and lead data-informed decisions regarding enrollment planning.
• Amplifies enrollment as a key revenue strategy supporting long-term financial sustainability.

Community and Program Leader 

• Strengthens collaboration by way of an admission process that values teacher input balanced with achieving enrollment goals.
• Inspires Westmark constituents to cultivate rich community values, promotes Westmark’s mission, and fosters ownership for the School’s enrollment strategy.
• Collaborates with the Advancement Department to inspire and educate new families on the importance of parent engagement and philanthropy.
• Observes classes on a regular basis while working closely with faculty and instructional coaches to gain an intimate and detailed understanding of Westmark’s dynamic teaching methodologies.
• Becomes a positive presence in the life of the School.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher and successful track record in strategic admission and enrollment management.
• Experience as a respected school administrator and people-manager holding a key position on the senior leadership team.
• Rigorous work ethic balanced with compassion and a desire to work with neurodiverse individuals.
• Readiness to support all learning journeys within a diverse student population.
• An understanding of language-based learning differences through personal and/or professional experience; knowledge of diagnoses, treatments, therapies, and educational approaches for language-based learning differences.
• A record of personal success in roles which required self-sufficiency, initiative, and independent action.

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please forward by email (no phone calls, please) a letter of interest, your resume, and the names and contact information of five professional references to:
Attn: Claudia Koochek, Head of School
admission@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

All applicants will be considered for positions without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, medical condition, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual expression, sexual identity or any other legally-protected status based on applicable law.

Director of Development
Westmark School is searching for an authentic Director of Development to provide leadership to the School’s development and constituent relations programs. The Director of Development reports to the Head of School and is a member of the School’s senior leadership team. The seasoned development professional is equally comfortable working as a high level administrator and as a “boots on the ground” staff member who executes and implement plans.  

The Director of Development manages major gifts, foundation relations, and annual giving programs, and works collaboratively with other senior administrators to develop strategies to strengthen relationships with current parents, grandparents, alumni, and alumni parents. The Director oversees campus events and Raisers Edge database management. The Director works closely with the Advancement Committee and key volunteer committees to breed a culture of philanthropy. The Director provides professional leadership to the Westmark Parent Association, guiding its committees and community events.

The successful candidate has a strong track record at an independent school growing an annual giving program, personally cultivating and soliciting major gifts, and enlisting, staffing, and motivating volunteers. They will have exceptional communication, organizational, and planning skills and a confident, friendly personality. The candidate should also possess a strong work ethic, high productivity level, and outstanding computer skills with expertise in MS Office.  

About Westmark School
Located in Encino, CA, Westmark School is a creative and supportive college preparatory school dedicated to educating, empowering, and celebrating students with distinct learning styles, providing the tools necessary to achieve successful and fulfilling futures. Our visionary Head of School, Claudia Koochek, is an accomplished leader in learning differences education nationwide.

Westmark offers a competitive benefits package.  Salary is commensurate with experience. The position is open until filled. 

To Apply:

Please email a letter of interest, resume, writing sample, and the names of five professional references (references will not be contacted without prior permission) by email to:

Marcus Hurlbut
Partner, Educators’ Collaborative, LLC
mhurlbut@educatorscollaborative.com
949-279-3084

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer. We seek qualified candidates who bring diversity to our culture and a dedication to the vision and mission of the school.

Database Manager

Position Summary: 
An integral member of the Advancement team, the Database Manager is responsible for managing the Raiser’s Edge NXT database, while ensuring the integrity of financial and constituent data and developing operational protocols and policies. The Database Manager also works closely with Finance, IT, Admissions, and Marketing and Communications.

Responsibilities:

• Manages and maintains constituent profiles in the Raiser's Edge NXT database, while ensuring accurate information and consistent formatting.
• Works to improve the integrity of constituent data by creating and implementing data entry standards.
• Leads database training and acts as a resource for best practices.
• Maintains and updates solicitation queries for mailing.
• Provides information for communications, publications, and the School website, including detailed donor lists.
• Compiles reports providing statistics on all constituents, analyzing giving trends and outcomes.
• Creates event entries, records and maintains RSVP lists, inputs auction items, and compiles reports to support fundraising and stewardship events.
• Oversees weekly, monthly, and year-end reconciliation of all gifts with Finance.
• Processes and manages online gifts to ensure gift acknowledgements and gift agreements/pledges are scanned and posted in the Raiser's Edge NXT database.
• Tracks donations and pledge payments for capital campaign, Westmark Fund (annual fund), Spring Gala, endowment, Alumni Fund, scholarships, and in-kind donations, including generating pledge reminders.
• Develops prospect research reports about new parents, grandparents, alumni, and others. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of Raiser's Edge database experience, preferably in the nonprofit or education sectors.
• Experience with Blackbaud K–12 (On Suite products) and Finalsite preferred.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office (particularly Excel).
• Excellent written and oral communication. Meticulous and detail-oriented.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To  Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

Attn: Stephanie Sztanski, Director of Human Resources
dbmanager@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

Information Technology Manager

Position Summary: 
The Information Technology (IT) Manager is responsible for developing, maintaining, and upgrading the technology infrastructure of Westmark School. The IT Manager manages equipment distribution, upkeep, and repair, and works with the Educational Technology Coordinator to provide education-related services to faculty and students. The position is also responsible for drafting and implementing the IT strategic plan and conducting regular audits of systems and
equipment. The IT Manager recommends technology solutions and implements/supports technology assessments, new initiatives, and equipment procurement and ensures that the IT Department provides efficient and effective technical support service. The IT Manager reports to the Director of
Finance and Operations and supervises the Help-Desk Technician.

Responsibilities:

• Manages and oversees the information technology infrastructure for the School, including hardware, network setup and configuration, network services, software, compliance, and IT services.
• Leads projects such as design, deployment, and maintenance of new systems, networks, and services.
• Works with the Director of Finance and Operations to develop the annual IT budget; manages and tracks the IT budget; recommends capital and other purchases.
• Consults with senior management and the executive team to appropriately address threats and critical incidents.
• Keeps abreast of the latest trends, standards, security concerns, threats, and alerts. Notifies users of any impending issues and how to effectively address them.
• Establishes consistent best practices for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting end-user and network hardware, software, and peripheral devices, as well as network services. Documents and implements IT policies and procedures; provides guidance to ensure compliance.
• Collaborates with the Education Technology Coordinator regarding selecting educational software for the School and methods and modes to train faculty on education software to enable learning.
• Works with Human Resources to onboard newly hired employees to ensure they have appropriate IT devices and a School-provided email on their start date. Briefs new employees about equipment use and reviews the acceptable use policy. Collects IT equipment and disables email and other accounts timely upon employee termination.
• Analyzes requirements by partnering with key stakeholders across the organization to develop solutions for IT needs.
• Assesses vendors and develops test strategies for new hardware and software products.
• Works collaboratively with vendors to maintain and service all hardware and software products;
• Maintains Blackbaud Education Management Solutions databases (Education Edge, Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge, and Tuition Management) as well as the Silverpoint and JAMF databases.
• Ensures data flow complies with the School’s acceptable use policy.
• Upgrades software, patches and operating systems on a continuous basis.
• Coordinates set-ups for AV, livestreaming, and video conference equipment for in-person and remote events both on and off campus, as needed.
• Maintains inventory of technology equipment and manages software licenses; prepares and maintains technology equipment replenishment program.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and tests hardware, including network hardware and software to ensure issues related to internal IT are resolved.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues with classroom and other technology.
• Responsible for ensuring network security and anti-virus policies are in place and regular back-up of the network occurs.
• Manages Help-Desk process on a daily basis by responding to issues submitted through the Help-Desk ticketing process; supervises Help-Desk Technician to ensure they are properly trained on all School IT matters and executes procedures for resolving issues. Provides support in the hiring and training of the IT Department staff.
• Recommends initiatives to implement changes to improve the quality of services provided by the IT Department.
• Identifies and determines root causes of problems and develops and presents approved recommendations for improvement.
• Additional duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience; and 5+ years of experience in IT operations; K–12 school experience preferred.
• Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems.
• Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
• Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize.
• Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Suite and JAMF (mobile device management.)
• Ability and willingness to learn new technologies and systems.
• Strong verbal and presentation communication skills, problem solving, and organizational skills. Excellent analytical skills. Accuracy and attention to details.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and handle confidential information with utmost discretion. Ability to independently set priorities and handle competing priorities.
• Comfort in working in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work outside the job description in assisting other IT team members and the Director of Finance and Operations when unanticipated challenges arise.
• Knowledge and experience in addressing parents, faculty, and staff calmly and professionally. Polite and calm demeanor; handles inquiries and works through problems tactfully and respectfully.
• Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion.

COVID 19:
Westmark School follows CDC and LACDPH protocols for K-12 schools.  All faculty and staff are required to be fully vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus, including any booster shots.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work indoors and outdoors, sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

To Apply:
Please send a letter of interest and resume to:

Attn: Douglas Gardner, Director of Finance and Operations
ITManager@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Summary:
Westmark School celebrates each learner’s strengths while also providing them with the tools and strategies to succeed here and beyond. Westmark seeks an experienced educator who is committed to interactive project-based learning, student self-advocacy, self-knowledge, the expressive arts, and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess the insight and skills to participate fully on a team which brings research-based expertise, depth of experience, and enthusiasm to a full and robust academic program that includes the arts, technology, and athletics.

Position Purpose:
The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for providing services to meet the learning needs of students with communication and language (oral and written) impairments and other learning differences. Reporting to the Head of School, the position will be responsible for conducting assessments, including for screening and progress monitoring purposes; developing goals for students; planning/implementing appropriate language (oral and written), communication, and speech treatment services to maximize student learning; consulting and actively participating in classroom instruction with educator colleagues; collaborating with a multidisciplinary team about student learning; and working with teachers to optimize the language of instruction and to provide strategies to address diverse language needs. 

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates and assesses student needs for language/speech therapy.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers to optimize language of instruction and student’s learning environment.
• Selects, administers, interprets, and develops specialized tests.
• Gathers data on student’s educational, medical, social, and psychological history to assist with determining appropriate educational goals and treatment.
• Collaborates with teachers to ensure the integration of speech/language development techniques into the student’s classroom routine.
• Participates in parent-teacher conferences and provides parent support and information regarding their child.
• Instructs parents/guardians in exercises to implement at home.
• Serves as a resource to faculty and conducts workshops regarding language development.
• Consults with physicians and other agencies and assists with referring students to appropriate specialists.
• Maintains thorough records for each student receiving speech/language services and provides related reports.
• Manages supplies and equipment, as needed.
• Performs additional duties, as assigned by the Head of School.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree, current license and ASHA CCC-SLP certification required.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and providing speech-language therapy in a school-based setting preferred.
• Flexible teaching background and interest in teaching electives, coaching, and/or advising clubs.

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please forward by email (no phone calls, please) a letter of interest, your resume, and the names and contact information of five professional references to:

Attn: Claudia Koochek, Head of School
speechpathologist@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse workforce.

All applicants will be considered for positions without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, medical condition, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, sexual expression, sexual identity or any other legally-protected status based on applicable law.

Classroom Teacher, Lower School

Start Date: August 2022

Position Summary:
Westmark School is currently seeking a Lower School Classroom Teacher (Upper Elementary.) Our ideal candidate will possess a knowledge base and passion for teaching students—preferably with language-based learning differences—and be able to organize and implement an instructional program that will capitalize on student strengths and in accordance with the Westmark School mission.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaches classes to students with language-based learning differences.
• Plans and implements curriculum; submits weekly lesson plans to the Director of Lower School.
• Integrates technology into the curriculum following best practices.
• Maintains class page on the School's learning management system (LMS) and regularly updates and posts to the LMS class grade book.
• Uses behavior management systems that are effective with students with language-based learning differences.
• Provides a positive environment that encourages students to actively participate in their own learning.
• Provides effective and consistent communication with parents and the Director of Lower School regarding student behaviors, academic concerns, and progress.
• Individualizes lessons to fit students’ needs.
• Models professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Additional duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and 3+ years of classroom teaching experience preferred.
• Credential and/or extensive graduate work in the field of special education or learning differences preferred.
• Strong desire to teach students with language-based learning differences
• Knowledge of multisensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, PCs, and SMART Technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Desire to continue to develop professionally by learning new programs and methodologies.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

lsjobs@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

Reading Intervention Teacher, Middle School

Start Date: August 2022

Position Summary:
Westmark School seeks an experienced Middle School Reading Intervention Teacher. Our ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching students with language-based learning differences. In accordance with the School’s mission, the successful candidate will be able to differentiate and implement instruction for a wide range of learners while capitalizing on the student’s strengths. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaches Middle School reading intervention classes to students with learning differences.
• Plans and implements programs using evidence-based reading intervention curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Applies diagnostic and prescriptive data-informed instruction by using informal and formal assessment data.  
• Communicates and collaborates with team members, including teachers, advisors, the Reading Coordinator, Division Director, Instructional Coach, parents, and outside professionals.
• Works collaboratively with team members to develop individualized student intervention plans.
• Submits weekly lesson plans.
• Integrates technology into the curriculum.
• Maintains class PowerSchool pages and updates PowerSchool gradebook weekly.
• Creates a classroom culture that encourages students to actively participate in their own learning.
• Integrates inclusive teaching practices related to diversity, equity, and multiculturalism.
• Engages and supports students of varied identities, abilities, cultures, experiences, and beliefs.
• Uses positive behavior management systems that are empowering and effective with students with language-based learning differences.
• Models professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Additional duties, as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in reading intervention and/or special education, and 3–5 years of classroom teaching experience or experience in a reading remediation clinical setting. Teaching credential preferred.
• Training in a structured literacy program, such as Orton-Gillingham, Wilson Reading, or Lindamood-Bell.
• Strong desire to teach students with language-based learning differences.
• Knowledge of multi-sensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, IOS.05x Platforms, Google Suite, and SMART Technologies.
• Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Commitment to develop professionally by learning new programs and methodologies. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

Attn: Stephanie Sztanski, Director of Human Resources
msjobs@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

English Teacher, Middle School

Start Date: August 2022

Position Summary:

Westmark School is seeking an experienced Middle School English Teacher for the 2022–2023 school year. Our ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching students with language-based learning differences. In accordance with Westmark’s School’s mission, the successful candidate will be able to differentiate and implement instruction for a wide range of learners while capitalizing on student’s strengths. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaches Middle School English classes to students with learning differences.
• Plans and implements programs using evidence-based English curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Applies diagnostic and prescriptive data-informed instruction by using informal and formal assessment data.
• Communicates and collaborates with team members including teachers, advisors, Division Director, Instructional Coach, parents, and outside professionals.
• Works collaboratively with team members to develop individualized student intervention plans.
• Submits weekly lesson plans.
• Integrates technology into the curriculum.
• Maintains class PowerSchool pages and updates the PowerSchool gradebook weekly.
• Creates a classroom culture that encourages students to actively participate in their own learning.
• Integrates inclusive teaching practices related to diversity, equity, and multiculturalism.
• Engages and supports students of varied identities, abilities, cultures, experiences, and beliefs.
• Uses positive behavior management systems that are empowering and effective with students with language-based learning differences.
• Models professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Additional duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in English and/or special education and teaching credential preferred.
• Strong desire to teach students with language-based learning differences.
• Knowledge of multisensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, IOS.05x Platforms, Google Suite, and SMART Technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Commitment to develop professionally by learning new programs and methodologies. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

Attn: Stephanie Sztanski, Director of Human Resources
msjobs@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

History Teacher, Middle School

Start Date: August 2022

Position Summary:
Westmark School is seeking an experienced Middle School History teacher for the 2022–2023 school year. Our ideal candidate will possess a passion for teaching students, with language-based learning differences. In accordance with Westmark’s School’s mission, the successful candidate will be able to differentiate and implement instruction for a wide range of learners while capitalizing on student’s strengths. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaches Middle School History classes to students with learning differences.
• Plans and implements programs using evidence-based History curriculum and instructional strategies.
• Applies diagnostic and prescriptive data-informed instruction by using informal and formal assessment data. 
• Communicates and collaborates with team members including teachers, advisors, Division Director, Instructional Coach, parents, and outside professionals.
• Works collaboratively with team members to develop individualized student intervention plans.
• Submits weekly lesson plans.
• Integrates technology into the curriculum.
• Maintains class PowerSchool pages and updates the PowerSchool gradebook weekly.
• Creates a classroom culture that encourages students to actively participate in their own learning.
• Integrates inclusive teaching practices related to diversity, equity, and multiculturalism.
• Engages and supports students of varied identities, abilities, cultures, experiences, and beliefs. 
• Uses positive behavior management systems that are empowering and effective with students with language-based learning differences.
• Models professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Additional duties as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in History and/or special education; teaching credential preferred. 
• Strong desire to teach students with language-based learning differences.
• Knowledge of multi-sensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, IOS.05x Platforms, Google Suite, and SMART Technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Commitment to develop professionally by learning new programs and methodologies. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

Attn: Stephanie Sztanski, Director of Human Resources
msjobs@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

Mathematics Teacher, Middle School

Start Date: August 2022

Position Summary:
Westmark School is currently seeking a Middle School Mathematics Teacher. Our ideal candidate will possess the knowledge base and passion for teaching students, preferably those with language-based learning differences; and be able to organize and implement an instructional program that will capitalize on
student strengths and be in accordance with Westmark School’s mission.

Responsibilities:

• Teaches middle school mathematics classes to students with language-based learning differences.
• Plans and implements mathematics curriculum.
• Submit weekly lesson plans, integrating technology into the curriculum.
• Maintains class PowerSchool page; regularly updates and posts to PowerSchool class grade book.
• Uses behavior management systems that are effective with students with language-based learning differences.
• Provides a positive environment that encourages students to actively participate in their learning.
• Communicates regularly with the Director of Middle School to discuss student progress.
• Models professional and ethical standards when interacting with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Works collaboratively with team members to develop new mathematics curricular offerings.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, education, or related field.
• Strong desire to teach students with language-based learning differences.
• Knowledge of multisensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, PCs, and SMART technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Desire to continue to develop professionally by learning new programs and methodologies.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

Attn: Stephanie Sztanski
msjobs@westmarkschool.org

No phone calls please.

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

Mathematics Teacher, Upper School

Start Date: August 2022

Position Summary:

Westmark School is currently seeking a Mathematics Teacher for the 2022–2023 school year. Our ideal candidate will possess a knowledge base and passion for teaching students—preferably those with language-based and attentional learning differences—and be able to organize and implement an
instructional program that will capitalize on student strengths and be in accordance
with the Westmark School mission.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teaches a minimum of five sections of high school mathematics classes to students with language-based and attentional learning differences.
• Provides high-level instruction to students with a specific mathematics curriculum.
• Focuses on providing high level math-based interventions to students in a special education environment.
• Utilizes and monitors student data to inform instruction.
• Submits weekly lesson plans to the Mathematics Instructional Coach and Curriculum Coordinator.
• Integrates technology into the curriculum following best practices.
• Maintains class page through the school’s learning management system (LMS) to meet the requirements of Westmark School.
• Updates and posts weekly to LMS class grade book.
• Communicates with parents, Instructional Coaches, Advisors, and Division Director regarding students’ behaviors, academic concerns, and academic progress.
• Uses behavior management systems that are effective with students with language-based learning differences.
• Provides a positive environment which encourages students to actively participate in their own learning.
• Ensures that all curriculum and instruction are examined through the lens of Westmark’s strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).
• Participates actively in all ongoing professional development activities.
• Models professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents, peers, and the community. 
• Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in education (preferably a special education credential or master’s degree) and 5+ years teaching experience (preferably teaching to high school students) in Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus.
• Extensive experience in the field of special education and/or learning differences.
• A strong desire to be part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of multisensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, Macs, PCs, and SMART Technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong organization and time-management skills.
• Desire to continue to develop professionally by learning new programs and methodologies.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time; and is occasionally required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 

COVID-19:
Westmark School follows CDC and Los Angeles County Department of Public Health protocols for K–12 schools. All faculty, staff, and students are required to be fully vaccinated.

To Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and your resume via email to:

Attn: Jay Johnson, Director of Upper School
usjobs@westmarkschool.org

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.