What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Specialist-Science position at Conejo Valley Unified?
POSITION DETAILS:Assignment Term: 2026-2027 school yearPOSITION: 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:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or equivalency. JOB COMPETENCIES: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:KNOWLEDGE OF:
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.
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.