2026-27 Lead Art Teacher

Citizens of the World Charter School - Los Angeles • Los Angeles, CA

30d • $34,770 - $34,770 • Onsite

About The Position

CWC West Valley ("CWC WV") teachers are driven educators who thrive in our innovative charter school environment. They deliver high-quality, engaging instruction grounded in constructivism, project-based learning, and multiple intelligences theory. Our collaborative environment supports teacher growth while providing excellent education.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid Single Subject Credential or credential pathway
• CLAD or BCLAD certification
• Successful completion of CBEST or Basic Skills Requirement
• Minimum two years of teaching experience in relevant grad
• Experience working within a socio-economic, racial, and culturally diverse classroom setting and student populations
• Strong group instruction and management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with children in a caring and respectful manner

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in a second language (ideally Spanish or Korean)
• Experience in ELL and special needs students

Responsibilities

• Design and refine curriculum maps, lessons, and units of study that meet or exceeds Common Core Standards while incorporating multiple intelligences
• Assess student progress and achievement using diverse methods and data collection
• Differentiate instruction to ensure grade-level or above performance
• Build strong classroom culture through CWC’s social-emotional learning while contributing to the broader school community
• Create a joyful, caring classroom environment focused on community building and conflict resolution
• Empower students to be peacemakers and agents for positive social change
• Participate in internal and external professional development
• Maintain active communication and engagement with colleagues, families, and school stakeholders
• Contribute to school community and mission advancement
• Mentor and collaborate with Teaching Associate (select grades)

Benefits

• This position is represented by United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA). Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level