Science and Social Studies Teacher for 2026-2027 school year

CREATIVE STEAM•Laguna Woods, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Creative STEAM is a 501(c)(3) non-profit learning center looking for a teacher who believes learning happens everywhere. They focus on real, hands-on learning in small groups where every student is known and challenged. Teachers are the heartbeat of the organization, and they partner with community supporters to make their unique approach possible.

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor's degree
Hold a valid CA Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Light up around 3rd and 4th graders
Dream up lessons that involve building, discovering, questioning, and creating
Embrace creative freedom and run with it
Thrive without a screen in front of you
Communicate openly and warmly with students, families, and colleagues
Understand child development and bring patience, structure, and genuine joy to your classroom

Responsibilities

Design project-based, hands-on curriculum for Science and Social Studies
Run experiments, explorations, and creative projects that make concepts click and spark real wonder
Connect history, culture, ecosystems, and community to things students can see, touch, and experience
Assess where each learner is and meet them there — academically, socially, and emotionally
Weave in social-emotional learning and life skills alongside every lesson
Use movement, storytelling, and immersive experiences that stick long after class ends
Communicate regularly and warmly with parents and school staff
Track student progress and celebrate milestones along the way