Position Opening:
We seek a dynamic and talented teacher who enjoys secondary education and who can teach a variety of Science courses at the Jr. High and High school level. An ability to teach AP level courses is a plus. The ideal teacher will create a rich learning environment focused on enhancing critical thinking skills, employ varied teaching approaches, and use multiple tools to assess student understanding and competencies. The teacher will have the ability to work collaboratively with other Science teachers, will be able to innovate through blended course arrangements if required, and employ differentiated instructional methods in developing and delivering effective lessons to a diverse group of learners. Enthusiasm for classroom innovation and ability to devise a variety of educational experiences is valued at SBMS. Flexibility, humor and willingness to work with students inside and outside the class are valued. The teacher will have a proactive orientation to seek parent input and counsel to effectively advance student success.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Lesson planning
• Preparation and implementation of daily lessons
• Delivery of assignments and timely evaluation of all relevant class work and student progress
• Design and implementation of appropriate, authentic assessments and support of individual student learning styles
• Timely and proactive communication with parents about student progress
• Collaboration with other members of faculty, administration, and staff
• Willingness to adapt and change instructional approaches based on peer and supervisory suggestions and recommendations
• Participation in school sponsored curricular and extracurricular activities on and off campus
• Effective and timely communication with varied school constituencies in person, and through various electronic forms of communication
• Support for school-wide initiatives through committee work, where appropriate
• Supervision and/or participation in non-academic activities, including outdoor trips andelectives
• Support our Scholarship program with family communications and translations.

To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to review our school and curricular philosophy at www.sbms.org. To apply for the position please provide the following to the physical mail or email address below:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• 1-3 Letters of Recommendation

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Lesson planning
• Preparation and implementation of daily lessons
• Delivery of assignments and timely evaluation of all relevant class work and student progress
• Design and implementation of appropriate, authentic assessments and support of individual student learning styles
• Timely and proactive communication with parents about student progress
• Collaboration with other members of faculty, administration, and staff
• Willingness to adapt and change instructional approaches based on peer and supervisory suggestions and recommendations
• Participation in school sponsored curricular and extracurricular activities on and off campus
• Effective and timely communication with varied school constituencies in person, and through various electronic forms of communication
• Support for school-wide initiatives through committee work, where appropriate
• Supervision and/or participation in non-academic activities, including outdoor trips and electives
• Support our Scholarship program with family communications and translations.

Required Qualifications:
The successful candidate must have a Clear Single Subject Teaching credential in English and/or Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. degree in English (Creative Writing, English Literature, English Language, Rhetoric, etc).

Minimum of five years teaching experience preferred, however, candidates with less experience may be considered depending on background.

Successful candidates will also possess a positive attitude, excellent written and verbal skills, strong organizational skills, and proven success within a work setting that requires collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. The school welcomes the opportunity to continue to find ways to diversify its faculty.

Salary:
Santa Barbara Middle School offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and demonstrated accomplishments. In addition, we offer a full benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement and stipends to help pay for trip and bike equipment.


To Apply:
Interested candidates are encouraged to review our school and curricular philosophy at www.sbms.org. To apply for the position please provide the following to the physical mail or email address below:

• Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• 1-3 Letters of Recommendation

• Lesson planning 
• Preparation and implementation of daily lessons 
• Delivery of assignments and timely evaluation of all relevant class work and student progress 
• Design and implementation of appropriate, authentic assessments and support of individual student learning styles 
• Timely and proactive communication with parents about student progress 
• Collaboration with other members of faculty, administration, and staff 
• Willingness to adapt and change instructional approaches based on peer and supervisory suggestions and recommendations 
• Participation in school sponsored curricular and extracurricular activities on and off campus 
• Effective and timely communication with varied school constituencies in person, and through various electronic forms of communication 
• Support for school-wide initiatives through committee work, where appropriate 
• Supervision and/or participation in non-academic activities, including outdoor trips and electives
• Support our Scholarship program with family communications and translations.

Required Qualifications: 

• Cover Letter  
• Current Resume 
• 1-3 Letters of Recommendation
• Three Professional References

Full Time/Exempt
Salary : DOE

Founded in 1976, Santa Barbara Middle School (SBMS) is a co-educational school that offers students in grades 6-9 a profound educational experience combining Academics, Creative Arts & Sports, Outdoor Education, and Community Involvement. Serving approximately 165 students, our educational environment facilitates academic achievement, while also bolstering all aspects of a child’s well-being.

We challenge students to develop life skills in all areas, with the stability of a safe and nurturing community. Leadership, self-advocacy, creative problem solving, compassion for others, and global awareness are just a few of the traits that distinguish our graduates.

Employment at SBMS is a challenging yet rewarding career. After-hours and weekend events, and participation in the school’s Outdoor Education program are integral and required aspects of this job. We offer a full benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement and stipends to help pay for trip and bike equipment. We are proud of the amazing community of staff that we attract.

SBMS is currently seeking candidates for the position of Librarian. This role will work in close collaboration with the English Department, while reporting to the Head of School, to advance the school’s mission and to achieve educational and operational goals.

The Librarian will organize and manage collections of journals, books, magazines, newspapers, electronic documents, and other data resources. They will lead, plan, direct and implement effective strategies for a successful library program on behalf of SBMS as a fundamental part of our teacher programming and literacy to promote literacy, critical thinking and research. The Librarian will also participate in other
projects as need arises.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Librarian responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with teachers, specialists and the curriculum committee for the design and implementation of units and lessons
• Empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers and use information correctly.
• Foster a love of learning and reading in each student
• Ensure access to information for all students of varying abilities
• Assist students learning and the effectiveness of instruction
• Provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program serves the intended purpose
• Align with the goals and objectives of the school and the school district
• Maintain role as an integral component of the instructional program
• Create an environment where collaboration and creative problem-solving work in partnership to pursue education
• Share communication skills; instill enthusiasm in others by showing how they are an important part of the library
• Foster an environment of creativity, innovation and openness to new ideas
• Remain a visible and active leader within the school community
• Share expertise by presenting at faculty meetings, parent meetings, and school board meetings
• Create a resource based environment that is conducive to active and participatory learning
• Share instructional practices and collaborate with teaching staff
• Maintain and follow up-to-date policies regarding material selections, circulation, reconsideration of materials, copyright, privacy, licensing of intellectual property and acceptable use
• Encourage instructional technology to engage students and to improve learning
• Collect and analyze data to improve instruction and to demonstrate correlations between the library programs and student achievement
• Remain an active, accessible and informed proponent of the school library profession
• Provide expertise in the ethical use of information
• Guide students to read for understanding, and for exposure to diversity of viewpoints and genres, and for pleasure
• Define and maintain library program policies
• Manage the school library program budget to support specific program goals.
• Maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the school library program

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED AND DESIRED):

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a specialty area that delivers skill sets relevant to the librarian
• 3+ years of related work experience (classroom or school library)
• Library Media Specialist credential preferred.
• Superior writing, editing, and verbal skills
• Mastery of library related technologies
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized
• Participation in SBMS Outdoor Trip Program

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Santa Barbara Middle School is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• To apply, please send Cover Letter and Resume to John at jobs@sbms.org