Brawerman East Elementary School of Wilshire Boulevard Temple – Los Angeles Job Description
Job Title: Assistant Science Teacher
Department: Brawerman East
Location: Los Angeles
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $40,000 to $45,000, based on experience and qualifications
Start date: August 2026
Position Overview:
Brawerman East Elementary school seeks a full-time Assistant Science Teacher to support our K–6 inquiry-based, hands-on science program. The ideal candidate is a nurturing educator who understands the developmental needs of elementary learners and is excited to help spark curiosity, encourage exploration, and support scientific thinking.
The Assistant Science Teacher will work closely with and under the guidance of the Lead Science Teacher to implement high-quality science instruction, prepare materials, support classroom management, and ensure a safe, organized, and engaging learning environment. Candidates should bring enthusiasm for science learning across disciplines—physical, environmental, life, earth, and space science—and an interest in learning and applying best practices in science education.
About:
Brawerman East Elementary School of Wilshire Boulevard Temple is a Jewish day school (Kindergarten to Grade 6) operating in the Erika J Glazer Campus in Mid-Wilshire, adjacent to the historic Magnin-Leder Sanctuary.
Since its opening in 2011, Brawerman East has offered an outstanding academic program rooted in Jewish values that nurtures students' cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual lives. Small by design, Brawerman East is a tight-knit, nurturing community with high faculty collaboration and an active, supportive parent body. The elementary school is part of Wilshire Schools East, which also houses the Glazer Early Childhood Center.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Lead Science Teacher in planning, preparing, and delivering hands-on, inquiry-based science lessons for Grades K–6
- Assist with preparing materials, setting up and breaking down labs, and organizing equipment and supplies
- Work directly with students during lessons, small-group activities, and project work to reinforce concepts and guide exploration
- Help differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Support classroom management by ensuring students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn
- Maintain an organized, welcoming, and functional science classroom and lab space
- Use technology and inquiry-based tools to enhance instruction when appropriate
- Communicate effectively with the Lead Science Teacher and other faculty regarding student needs and progress
- Assist with school-wide curriculum integration, science events, and special projects
- Perform supervisory duties (recess, lunch, etc.) and additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree (BS) in a science or related field
- Experience working with children in an educational setting
- Interest in science teaching, curriculum, and hands-on learning
- Familiarity with or willingness to learn the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
- Organized, flexible, and eager to learn
- Demonstrated enthusiasm for working as part of a teaching team
Compensation:
- $40,000 to $45,000, based on experience and qualifications
- Salary is based on employment from mid-August to mid-June, paid over twelve months
- Lunch is provided to faculty on school days
- Competitive benefits package
- Robust professional development opportunities
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 of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work will be performed in an office, education, and religious environment, catering/event spaces, kitchens, and in communities served. The physical arrangement of the office may require the position to work in an open environment within close proximity to other colleagues.
How to Apply:
Please submit a letter of interest and resume to [email protected]. Include the job title in the subject line.
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
