Details
Posted: 02-May-22
Location: Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
Type: Contract
Categories:
Substitute Teacher
The Opportunity
The Science Department at The Episcopal Academy is looking for a long-term substitute teacher for Middle School Science to cover a maternity leave, Aug 25- Nov. 1, 2022. This educator will teach two sections of 6th grade Science and two sections of 8th grade Science and participate in our student advisory program.
Who You Are
While there are many professional journeys that lead to a science classroom, we believe an individual can be a successful science teacher at Episcopal if they identify with the following:
- You're deeply committed to working with all students, particularly in these middle grades, and believe in the immense potential of all children.
- You're a team player who recognizes the value of diverse perspectives.
- You're a strong communicator, capable of connecting with students, parents, and colleagues in meaningful ways.
- You're passionate about Science, about Middle School, and about inspiring the scientific curiosity in all of your students.
- You are familiar with the guided inquiry approach to teaching science, which places the student at the forefront of investigation and discovery.
- You're open to a variety of assessment strategies where the student is at the center and application of knowledge is an essential outcome.
- Bonus points for experience and facility with LMSs, Google Suite, science-specific lab simulations sites; research in a specific science field. A sense of humor is always welcome.
A Little More About Us
While each employee at Episcopal brings a unique set of competencies and skills to their work, we believe all employees should:
- Be student-centered and show it through actions and interactions with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Embody and live The Stripes.
- Consistently maintain high standards for his or her own work and motivate others to achieve the same standard of excellence.
- Demonstrate a desire and willingness to constantly grow and learn, both personally and professionally, and see others - especially students - as having the ability to learn and reach success.
- Foster a positive culture by being optimistic, selfless, flexible, and collaborative.
- Demonstrate a belief in and commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse school community.
The Episcopal Academy seeks candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated, as described in our Diversity and Inclusion statement.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://episcopalacademy.isolvedhire.com/jobs/583780-138328.html