Academic Specialist - Science

Academic Specialist - Science

Salary

$28.00 - $34.00 Hourly

Location

District Office: 1400 E. Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

26-615-1

Division

Instructional Services

Opening Date

07/27/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

Salary Schedule Range

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RECRUITMENT DETAILS

POSITION DETAILS:

Assignment Term: 2026-2027 school year

POSITION: Academic Specialist - Science

REPORTS TO: Site Principal

LOCATION: Madroña Academy of the Arts and Sciences

HOURS: 10 hours/week

Salary: Salary based on work experience.

Benefits: This position is an exempt position and does not offer benefits.

Description: Along with classroom teachers, prepare and facilitate science lessons and instruction. Work includes in-person support for physical science and STEM labs lessons and planning. Provides leadership and participates in programs and activities that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. This is a part-time exempt employee position. Certificated specialist desired, but not required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

JOB DUTIES:

• Prepare and facilitate science lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
• Support integration of STEM concepts into general education classrooms.
• Lead hands-on physical science and STEM lab activities.
• Provide direct instruction to small groups or whole classes as needed.
• Assist in developing engaging, inquiry-based science lesson.
• Adapt materials to support diverse learners and instructional goals.
• Contribute to a culturally responsive learning environment.
• Participate in initiatives and activities that support diversity, equity, and inclusion in science education.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborative planning sessions.
• Serve as a resource for science instructional strategies and materials.
• Set up, maintain, and manage science lab materials and equipment.
• Monitor student progress and provide feedback to classroom teachers.
• Provide input on program development and instructional improvements.
• Support school-wide science events, fairs, or STEM nights.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from high school or equivalency.

JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Fundamental principles, methods and procedures of operating computers and peripheral equipment;
• Fundamentals in classroom behavior management and support; classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct;
• Applicable laws, codes, policies and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Computer hardware systems and software applications utilized by the District.

Nondiscrimination in Employment

The CVUSD Governing Board is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (BP 0410). Any applicant who attempts to directly contact individual Board Members with the intent of influencing the deciaion of the Board will be considered disqualified from candidacy for this position.

RETIREMENT: Employees are covered by an Alternative Retirement Program (APPLE). Contributions are made by both the employee and employer. Contributions are not made into Social Security.

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Please read carefully before submitting your application. To assist our screening committee in evaluating your background qualifications for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education and Work Experience sections. DO NOT rely on your resume to convey your education and experience as the optional resume is only considered at the time of the hiring interview. I have read and understand these instructions.

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Are you in the second or third year of a program to obtain masters degree in Marriage Family Therapy or Social Work or Licensed Professional Counselor.

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• No

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Are you earning hours toward one of the following: A masters degree as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Social Worker, or Professional Counselor issued by a licensing agency within the Department of Consumer Affairs; Must also have a valid California Drivers License.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Conejo Valley Unified School District

Address 750 Mitchell Rd

Newbury Park, California, 91320

Phone 805-498-4557

Website http://www.conejousd.org