Employment Opportunities

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Faculty and Staff Positions:

Tammy Sweet-Hernandez
Director of Human Resources
11052 Independence Avenue
Chatsworth, CA 91311
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Athletic Positions:

Jon Ellinghouse
Head of Athletics
20801 Rinaldi Street
Chatsworth, CA 91311
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The Upper Campus of Sierra Canyon seeks a dynamic and experienced Math instructor for Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year.

Teaching duties will include five sections of mathematics. Although the hiring committee and school are seeking the best teacher, initial preference favors candidates who have Middle School teaching experience, ranging roughly from 6th Grade Math, Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Geometry. 

Job Responsibilities:

• A competitive candidate must be an inspiring educator who is passionate about teaching mathematics in a manner that effectively reaches students.  
• The candidate must also demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively on team teaching and horizontal and vertical alignment.
• Outside of the classroom, teachers are encouraged to lead clubs, engage with students, attend outdoor education trips, etc.
• Other responsibilities include those that are normally part of a private independent school commitment such as weekly duties, positive interactions with students and parents, and membership in the community by attending different events. 

Qualifications:

• A masters' degree (preferred)
• Experience teaching in independent schools
• The interest, initiative, and energy to thrive in a lively and fast-paced academic community
• A sense of humor, humility, and the ability to work as part of a team within one’s own division, as a member of the Math department and as an integral part of the faculty
• Skill with working with technology and math including the School’s Portal (Blackbaud)

Expected compensation falls within the range of $70,000 - $105,000, depending upon experience.

Sierra Canyon School is a nonprofit independent, nondenominational, coeducational day school in the northern San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. With an enrollment of 1,150 students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten-12, admission is selective. Sierra Canyon School is located on 42 beautiful, rustic acres and has two campuses across the street from each other: the Lower Campus for students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten through Six and the state-of-the-art Upper Campus for students in Grades Seven through Twelve. Students of color comprise over 50% of the student body, 10% are international students, and students reside in 102 different zip codes. There are roughly 500 students on the Lower Campus and 670 students on the Upper Campus with 134 students in the Class of 2026.  

At its core, Sierra Canyon School develops students who are as keen to realize their potential as their teachers are to inspire it. Our faculty prepares each student for a lifetime of learning and active citizenship. Academic and extracurricular programs encourage the broadening of student perspectives and provide an exposure to both the surrounding community and the wider world. Experiential learning opportunities form a healthy, challenging part of Sierra Canyon School’s program.

The Sierra Canyon Upper Campus seeks a Wellness Director for the 2026-2027 school year. The Director of Wellness leads the development and implementation of a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate wellness program for students in Grades 7–12. This role promotes a proactive, school-wide culture of mental health, emotional well-being, and resilience through programming, student support, and faculty collaboration. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Other duties may be assigned. 

Program Development and Implementation

• Design and deliver wellness curriculum for the grades 7–12 Advisory program  
• Collaborate on and support wellness-related content for school assemblies  
• Lead the Wellness Ambassador Program with student volunteers to design and implement wellness initiatives  
• Plan and coordinate co-curricular activities that promote physical, emotional, and social well-being across campus  

Student Support

• Provide individual wellness coaching to students during designated office hours
• Serve as a resource for students navigating social-emotional challenges  
• Identify students in need of additional support and make referrals to appropriate outside professionals when necessary  
• Assist with crisis response and management in collaboration with school leadership and counseling professionals
• Participate actively on Student Support Teams for Grades 7–9 and 10–12  

Faculty and Staff Development

• Develop and facilitate professional development sessions for faculty on topics related to student mental health, wellness, and adolescent development  
• Partner with faculty to integrate wellness practices into the broader student experience  

Curriculum and Instruction

• Teach at least one course related to wellness, psychology, or human development, as assigned  

Qualifications:

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty effectively. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Advanced degree in counseling, psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or a related field  
• Experience working with adolescents in an educational or clinical setting  
• Strong understanding of adolescent development, mental health, and wellness practices  
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills  

Expected compensation falls within the range of $90,000 - $115,000, depending upon experience.

Sierra Canyon School is a nonprofit independent, nondenominational, coeducational day school in the northern San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. With an enrollment of 1,150 students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten-12, admission is selective. Sierra Canyon School is located on 42 beautiful, rustic acres and has two campuses across the street from each other: the Lower Campus for students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten through Six and the state-of-the-art Upper Campus for students in Grades Seven through Twelve. Students of color comprise over 50% of the student body, 10% are international students, and students reside in 102 different zip codes. There are roughly 500 students on the Lower Campus and 670 students on the Upper Campus with 134 students in the Class of 2026.  

At its core, Sierra Canyon School develops students who are as keen to realize their potential as their teachers are to inspire it. Our faculty prepares each student for a lifetime of learning and active citizenship. Academic and extracurricular programs encourage the broadening of student perspectives and provide an exposure to both the surrounding community and the wider world. Experiential learning opportunities form a healthy, challenging part of Sierra Canyon School’s program.

Sierra Canyon seeks Lower School candidates for the Associate Teacher position who will work with the classroom lead teacher in specific grade levels, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5, to maintain a learning environment that supports the Mission and Core Values of the School, beginning in August 2026. Candidates should possess a genuine interest in pursuing a career in private independent school education and have the experiential and/or educational background that demonstrates this. If you would like a better understanding about the advantages of working in a private independent school, review this brief article.

This is a full-time position and boasts a competitive salary with full benefits. 

Description of Major Expectations

This position includes and is not limited to the following expectations:   

• Work with teachers and staff to ensure the greatest academic, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development as possible for all students.   
• Actively teach with a full understanding of Sierra Canyon’s core and affective curriculum in mind, reinforcing the School’s programs like Singapore Math, Writers Workshop, Fundations, Guided Reading, our social emotional learning, et al.
• Communicate to community members with dignity and respect, maintaining a professional attitude and confidentiality as necessary.  
• Provide instructional and clerical support for the lead classroom teacher.  
• Support and assist children in learning class material under the lead teacher's direction and guidance including whole and small group, and one-on-one instruction.
• Lead class when asked as directed by the lead teacher and administration.   
• Provide students with personalized support and attention in different frameworks common to the academic day including group, small and individual classes and centers.  
• Become familiar with the pedagogy, materials, and resources that the School provides.   
• Faithfully and knowledgably report on student growth and challenges, observing any concerns or praise that is noteworthy and necessary to assure student progress including those reports that require discretion and sensitivity.   
• Supervise students at all times of the day to ensure safety and health including, but not limited to the playground, specialist classes, recess and lunch, et al.   
• Maintain all classroom resources in an organized and intentional fashion commensurate with lead teacher and administrative direction.   
• Participate in relevant experiential learning opportunities like field trips when necessary.
• Assist in any special events, projects or duties as directed by Sierra Canyon administration.   
• Help to maintain a clean, neat, and organized classroom, and promote healthy personal hygiene habits of students.  
• Engage in other duties as assigned by the Lower School Director. 

Professional Qualifications 

• Experience working with elementary aged children in a school setting preferred. 
• Experience working in an independent school environment preferred. 
• A minimum of a college degree and teacher certification.   
• A genuine interest in pursuing a career in education.

Personal Characteristics

• Team oriented with the ability to work effectively with grade-level and divisional faculty and staff, as well as other members of the School, including the administrative team, other faculty members, parents, and students. 
• Positive, enthusiastic, flexible, adaptable, and warm personality.
• Strong work ethic, proactive, and success oriented.

Expected compensation falls within the range of $28 - $32 per hour, depending upon experience.

Sierra Canyon School is a nonprofit independent, nondenominational, coeducational day school in the northern San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. With an enrollment of 1,150 students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten-12, admission is selective. Sierra Canyon School is located on 42 beautiful, rustic acres and has two campuses across the street from each other: the Lower Campus for students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten through Six and the state-of-the-art Upper Campus for students in Grades Seven through Twelve. Students of color comprise over 50% of the student body, 10% are international students, and students reside in 102 different zip codes. There are roughly 500 students on the Lower Campus and 670 students on the Upper Campus with 134 students in the Class of 2026.  

At its core, Sierra Canyon School develops students who are as keen to realize their potential as their teachers are to inspire it. Our faculty prepares each student for a lifetime of learning and active citizenship. Academic and extracurricular programs encourage the broadening of student perspectives and provide an exposure to both the surrounding community and the wider world. Experiential learning opportunities form a healthy, challenging part of Sierra Canyon School’s program.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated educator to join our Science Department in creating a dynamic space of learning. Sierra Canyon School is a place to build and develop your career in service of our core values: Excellence, Integrity, Community, Independence, and Perspective. The School seeks to provide its students with a challenging, innovative curriculum in a collaborative community to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and open dialogue. Our vision is that every student graduates with the skills to ensure they are informed, competent, critical thinkers who know how to dissect the world with their own abilities and be prepared for college, career, or wherever their journey takes them.

We are seeking a full-time science teacher with content specific expertise in Chemistry, with experience teaching AP Chemistry preferred. Full-time teachers at Sierra Canyon School are responsible for five class sections, a grade level advisory, and supporting community activities throughout the year. Classes meets 4 times a week in an 8-day rotating schedule.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Education: B.S. in Chemistry Required, M.S. in Chemistry Preferred, or B.S. in any science discipline with extensive coursework in Chemistry
• Experience: 1-2 years of teaching in the sciences at the middle or high school level

Teaching Expectations:

In addition to class preparation and classroom teaching, all teachers are responsible for:

• Collaboratively designing curriculum and aligning curriculum with course team teachers
• Help Department Chair meet the department goals and the School's mission
• Design skills-based formative and summative assessments which accurately reflect mastery of content knowledge and skill
• Grade student work and provide feedback in a timely manner
• Create regular laboratory experiences and provide students with hands-on experiences with laboratory equipment and associated technology
• Update course assignments, test/quiz information, and homework regularly through learning management system (Blackbaud) to provide students with due dates and supplemental material
• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding student progress
• Attend weekly faculty meetings on Wednesday afternoons
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences, or school visitations for professional development

Expected compensation falls within the range of $70,000 - $105,000, depending upon experience.

Sierra Canyon School is a nonprofit independent, nondenominational, coeducational day school in the northern San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles. With an enrollment of 1,150 students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten-12, admission is selective. Sierra Canyon School is located on 42 beautiful, rustic acres and has two campuses across the street from each other: the Lower Campus for students in Grades Pre-Kindergarten through Six and the state-of-the-art Upper Campus for students in Grades Seven through Twelve. Students of color comprise over 50% of the student body, 10% are international students, and students reside in 102 different zip codes. There are roughly 500 students on the Lower Campus and 670 students on the Upper Campus with 134 students in the Class of 2026.  

At its core, Sierra Canyon School develops students who are as keen to realize their potential as their teachers are to inspire it. Our faculty prepares each student for a lifetime of learning and active citizenship. Academic and extracurricular programs encourage the broadening of student perspectives and provide an exposure to both the surrounding community and the wider world. Experiential learning opportunities form a healthy, challenging part of Sierra Canyon School’s program.