Our Mission
Westmark School is a creative and supportive college preparatory school
dedicated to educating, empowering and celebrating students with distinct
learning styles, providing the tools necessary to achieve successful and fulfilling
futures.

Position Summary
Westmark School seeks a dynamic and visionary Upper and Middle School Mathematics
Teacher who combines deep subject-matter expertise with a genuine passion for
neurodiverse learners. This role is designed for an educator who thrives on transforming
the math experience for students with language-based and attentional learning
differences.

The ideal candidate will move beyond traditional instruction, crafting a specialized, high-
engagement curriculum that leverages student strengths and fosters mathematical
confidence. As a key member of our Middle and Upper School faculty, the Math Teacher
will implement evidence-based strategies aligned with the Westmark mission, ensuring
that every student is prepared for the rigors of college and beyond.

Additionally, the ideal candidate will be well-versed in language-based learning
differences and/or have experience in a special education setting. The teacher will be
required to weave in executive functioning support and use a Universal Design for
Learning teaching modality within the classroom.

Position Start Date: August 5, 2026

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach a minimum of five sections of mathematics classes to Middle and Upper
  School (Grades 6–12) students with language-based and attentional learning
  differences.
• Provide high-level instruction to students with a specific mathematics curriculum.
• Focus on providing high-level math-based interventions to students in a special
  education environment.
• Utilize and monitor student data to inform instruction.
• Submit weekly lesson plans to the Mathematics Department Chair and Division
  Director.
• Integrate technology into the curriculum following best practices
• Maintain class page through the School’s learning management system (LMS) to
  meet the requirements of Westmark School.
• Update and posts daily to the LMS class grade book.Communicate with parents, Department Chair, Instructional Coaches, Advisors,
  and Division Director regarding students’ behaviors, academic concerns, and
  academic progress.
• Use behavior management systems that are effective with students with
  language-based learning differences.
• Provide a positive environment that encourages students to actively participate in
  their own learning.
• Ensure that all curriculum and instruction are examined through the lens of
  Westmark’s strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
  (DEIB).
• Participate actively in all ongoing professional development activities.
• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students, parents,
  peers, and the community.
• Additional responsibilities and duties as assigned.

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 for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to
sit in on meetings and work on a computer for long periods of time, and is occasionally
required to walk, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, talk, and hear. The
employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

How to Apply
Submit your cover letter and resume to careers@westmarkschool.org.

Westmark School is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on
the basis of merit and job performance. School policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, marital status, age,
national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions (including
genetic characteristics or information), sexual orientation, or any other consideration made
unlawful by federal, state, and local laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education (with a preference for a special
  education credential or master’s degree) and 5+ years of teaching experience,
  preferably teaching middle and high school students.
• Extensive experience in the field of special education and/or learning differences.
• A strong desire to be part of a collaborative team.
• Knowledge of multisensory teaching methodologies.
• Experience with technology, specifically iPads, Macs, PCs, and SMART
  Technologies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong organization and time-management skills
• Desire to continue to develop professionally by learning new programs and
  methodologies.

About Westmark School

Westmark School is a creative and supportive college preparatory school dedicated to educating, empowering and celebrating students with distinct learning styles, providing the tools necessary to achieve successful and fulfilling futures. Located in Encino, CA, Westmark offers competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits. We seek talented professionals committed to excellence.

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