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Demonstration Teacher

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA)
United States, California, Los Angeles
410 Westwood Plaza (Show on map)
Jun 12, 2025
Position overview
Position title:
Demonstration Teacher
Salary range:
Salary Information: The salary range for this position is $73,058-$172,165.


Application Window


Open date: June 11, 2025




Next review date: Friday, Jul 11, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.




Final date: Friday, Jul 11, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.



Position description

UCLA Lab School seeks passionate and dedicated teachers who can inspire and nurture a love of learning through inquiry and project-based learning. UCLA Lab School is an inclusive school where diversity and equity drive our mission and vision.


UNIT OVERVIEW

Part of the UCLA School of Education & Information Studies, UCLA Lab School has established a reputation for innovative practice over its 140-year history and provides a stimulating and supportive working environment for teachers. The Lab School offers an inclusive, inquiry-based curriculum that prepares children with the knowledge and skills they need to take an informed and responsible role in the world. The UCLA Lab School is also a laboratory school in that it collaborates with research initiatives at UCLA to bring experts to the school community to explore promising ideas about what matters most in education for the benefit of children, educators, and families at the school and beyond. The UCLA Lab School is an inclusive school where diversity and equity drive our mission and vision to promote innovation and excellence in education through teaching, research, and pubic engagement.


POSITION OVERVIEW

We are currently seeking a Demonstration Teacher to serve the education of children ages 4-12 (the equivalent of Pre-Kindergarten through grade 6) at the UCLA Lab School. Demonstration Teachers are charged with creating and maintaining an environment that encourages students to collaborate, be inclusive, listen to diverse perspectives, and be reflective in their learning. Demonstration Teachers are expected to collaborate, engage in research, and share their practices with others by participation in public engagement and mentorship. Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are key elements to the core values of the Lab School. Demonstration Teachers are expected to continuously strive to incorporate JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) in all aspects of work and life at the Lab School to evolve learnings environments so that all voices are represented, heard, and respected.

Demonstration Teachers at the UCLA Lab School are first and foremost educators dedicated to providing teaching and learning to the students of Lab School. This also includes all aspects of elementary education including but not limited to: lesson planning, curriculum development, collaboration with colleagues and administration, respectful and compassionate correspondence with parents, etc. As educators of a laboratory school, Demonstration Teachers are also charged with promoting innovation and excellence in education through research and public engagement. Aspects of research and public engagement may include: engaging in research initiatives at Lab School, staying current on educational innovation, respectful collaboration with others, mentorship, etc. Demonstration Teachers are expected to adapt to changing demands and needs of Lab School and the students. Demonstration Teachers are expected to use quantitative and qualitative data to inform instruction and decision-making. Other duties may be assigned by the Lab School Principal to fulfill responsibilities of being an educator at Lab School.

Selected candidates will be invited for an interview, and may be asked to conduct a demonstration lesson. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Questions regarding the application process may be directed to Renata Gusmao-Garcia Williams, Assistant Principal, at rwilliams@labschool.ucla.edu


Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CA State Teaching Credential or equivalent


Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree or equivalent

5 or more years of teaching experience

Experience with inclusion

Experience with Cognitive Guided Instruction

Experience with Reader's and Writer's Workshop

Experience with a pedagogy of inquiry

Special Education teaching credential


Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter with Educational Philosophy

Letters of Recommendation (3)

Upon hiring, must complete:

Fingerprint Clearance

TB Screening

"Mandated Reporter" for Child Abuse


Qualifications
Basic qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CA State Teaching Credential or equivalent

Preferred qualifications

Master's Degree or equivalent

5 or more years of teaching experience

Experience with inclusion

Experience with Cognitively Guided Instruction

Experience with Reader's and Writer's Workshop

Experience with a pedagogy of inquiry

Special Education teaching credential


Application Requirements
Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.


  • Cover Letter


  • Reference check authorization release form - Complete and upload the reference check authorization release form


Reference requirements
  • 3-5 letters of reference required

Please provide three letters of recommendation.



Apply link:
https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF10388

Help contact: mreyes@gseis.ucla.edu



About UCLA

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.



  • "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

  • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy

  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
  • APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment


Job location
Los Angeles, CA
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