Employment

Baltimore Lab School (BLS) is an innovative learning community fostering scholarship and creativity in students with a variety of learning disabilities and ADHD. In an environment of inquiry and hands-on exploration, BLS students learn to advocate for themselves as they become engaged and compassionate members of a global society.

All BLS employees are dedicated to the education and growth of students with learning differences. Our staff are collaborative, caring professionals who provide the best education possible to our students. They achieve this through implementing an arts infused, project based curriculum that adheres to Common Core standards. All first year teachers at BLS are supported through a structured mentoring program. All full time employees receive medical, dental, and life insurance benefits. 

BLS strives to hire a diverse staff in order to prepare students to be global citizens by exposing them to people from different cultures and social groups, along with the opportunity to affirm students' cultural identities and enhance the learning environment. This can also provide employees with an opportunity to work, learn, and grow with a diverse group of people.

Baltimore Lab School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  

summer employment opportunities:

 

BLS Summer Staff hours are from 8:30 to 2:30. Summer school runs from July 6th through July 30th. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are days when students receive instruction. Wednesdays are a flex day for fun programming. Wednesday activities are planned by the Summer Directors and teachers facilitate the programming. The qualified candidate will teach four math classes with two planning periods.

 

speech language pathologist

Baltimore Lab School is seeking a Summer Speech Language Pathologist.

Requirements include:

• Master’s Degree from an ASHA accredited university 
• Maryland state licensure or ability to obtain appropriate state licensure
• Certificate of Clinical Competency is preferred, however, CFs will be considered
• Working Knowledge and implementation of IEP’s and participation in IEP meetings
• Ability to collaborate and effectively communicate with parents, teachers, and other professionals

Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of current certification to holly.kelly@baltimorelabschool.org.   

 

current and future employment opportunities:

 

technology teacher

Baltimore Lab School is seeking a High School Technology Teacher.

Responsibilities for this position include teaching the following courses: Introduction to Engineering and Technology, Technological Applications, and Design Applications. These courses are designed to complement and support the development of skills and knowledge in the areas of math, science and English and to develop technological literacy.  The use of hands-on activities provides students with a wide range of problem-solving and critical thinking activities.  

 Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid teaching certificate in the area of Generic Special Education, in another area with eligibility to add a Generic Special Education endorsement, or in the process of having an application for certification reviewed by the Maryland State Department of Education
• Working knowledge and implementation of IEPs and participation in IEP meetings

Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of current certification to Holly Kelly, HR Manager at holly.kelly@baltimorelabschool.org. 

Lower School Teacher

Baltimore Lab School is seeking a teacher in our Lower School. 

Requirements include:

•  Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid teacher’s certificate in the area of General Special Education, in another area with eligibility to add a General Special Education endorsement, or in the process of having an application for certification reviewed by the Maryland State Department of Education
• Working knowledge and implementation of IEPs and participation in IEP meetings

Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of current certification to Holly Kelly, HR Manager at holly.kelly@baltimorelabschool.org. 

instructional assistant - lower school classroom

Baltimore Lab School is seeking an Instructional Assistant in one of our Lower School classrooms.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to education or psychology
• Certification in Education preferred 

Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of current certification to Holly Kelly, HR Manager at holly.kelly@baltimorelabschool.org. 

 

LONG TERM SUBSTITUTE - lower school and middle school  Physical Education and Creative Movement

Baltimore Lab School is seeking a long term substitute to cover a Lower School & Middle School Physical Education and Creative Movement position from August 23, 2021 through November 5, 2021.  

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Physical Education Certification or eligibility
• Special Education Certification preferred

Interested applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of current certification to Holly Kelly, HR Manager at holly.kelly@baltimorelabschool.org.

Substitute Teachers

Baltimore Lab School is always seeking Substitute Teachers.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Interested applicants are requested to submit a resume and copy of required degree and/or transcript, to show completion of Bachelor's Degree, to Ashley Rossiter, Substitute Coordinator, at ashley.rossiter@baltimorelabschool.org.

 

“The energy here at BLS is infectious. Students are eager to learn and show genuine interest in the skills they are learning. They are not afraid to make mistakes, laugh about them, and correct them.”  — Mr. Allen, High School Math Teacher 

 

INTERNSHIPS

Every semester, Baltimore Lab School hosts undergraduate and graduate students from local colleges and universities. These opportunities have included internships, student teaching, and service learning projects.  During their time here, these undergraduate and graduate students work with a variety of Baltimore Lab School faculty and staff in classrooms, admissions, development, alumni relations, outdoor education, after school programs, and more.

For more information about these opportunities, please contact Jennifer Kelleher at jennifer.kelleher@baltimorelabschool.org  or 410-735-0020. 

“My favorite part of BLS is definitely the students -- they are so kind and excited to learn. They make my job meaningful and enjoyable.” — Ms. Fabian, Middle School Teacher

 

LOCATION

Baltimore Lab School is conveniently located in the heart of Baltimore City. We take pride in — and full advantage of — our prestigious university neighbors, including Johns Hopkins University and Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), as well as the rich arts and culture scene of the Station North Arts and Entertainment District and Charles Village.