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Posted: 10-Feb-25
Location: Newton, Massachusetts
Type: Full Time
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Upper School Chemistry Teacher
Newton Country Day School is an independent college preparatory school for girls in grades five through twelve in the Sacred Heart tradition. Located in Newton, Massachusetts, Newton Country Day has been empowering girls to develop courage and confidence since 1880. Committed to whole-person education and guided by the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools, our highly intentional program centers on faith, intellect, social awareness, community building, and personal growth.
Position Summary
Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart seeks a passionate science educator for its Upper School, specializing in chemistry. This position requires a versatile instructor capable of teaching students in grades 9-12, with a commitment to supporting diverse learning needs and serving in a highly relational learning environment.
Position Requirements
- Teach four sections of chemistry at levels ranging from standard-level chemistry to honors-level chemistry to AP Chemistry
- Foster a deep appreciation for chemistry by creating an engaging and dynamic classroom environment that highlights the relevance of chemistry in everyday life
- Cultivate skills in data analysis and interpretation, problem solving, and critical thinking
- Mentor students in our Independent Research in Science and Engineering program
- Provide individualized student support and accessible extra help
- Design adaptive learning strategies for varied student abilities
- Assess academic progress through personalized evaluation
- Partner with colleagues to enrich science learning experiences and contribute actively to a team-based culture of collegiality
- Collaborate in designing experiential and interdisciplinary learning opportunities to take learning beyond the confines of the science classroom
- Exhibit a strong commitment to lifelong learning by engaging in professional development opportunities
- Participate actively in the life of the wider school community by serving as an advisor for up to eight students, a moderator for a grade level, and a moderator for a co-curricular student activity; participating in weekly community time (announcements, chapel, class meeting); attending occasional evening and weekend events; and other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field required (advanced degree preferred)
- Minimum of three years of high school chemistry teaching experience, including direct experience with AP Chemistry instruction
- Strong understanding of the AP Chemistry curriculum and exam format
- Pedagogical expertise in science education, with a strong emphasis on effective lab-based instruction
- Competence in maintaining a safe lab environment through strict adherence to safety protocols
- Experience in scientific research and a strong foundation in statistics are highly desirable
- Exceptional capabilities in student engagement and support
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning approaches
- Demonstrated ability to develop individualized learning strategies and flexibility in teaching methodology
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Alignment with the Sacred Heart educational mission to educate the whole child
The ideal candidate will demonstrate chemistry expertise, pedagogical innovation, and a genuine passion for fostering student growth and skill development in the sciences.
Newton Country Day School offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary commensurate with experience. Newton Country Day School is an equal-opportunity employer. MA law requires fingerprint-based and criminal offender record information (CORI) checks for all employees working in public and private schools.
Send resume and cover letter to Ellen Levine: elevine@newtonSH.org
Position Requirements
- Teach four sections of chemistry at levels ranging from standard-level chemistry to honors-level chemistry to AP Chemistry
- Foster a deep appreciation for chemistry by creating an engaging and dynamic classroom environment that highlights the relevance of chemistry in everyday life
- Cultivate skills in data analysis and interpretation, problem solving, and critical thinking
- Mentor students in our Independent Research in Science and Engineering program
- Provide individualized student support and accessible extra help
- Design adaptive learning strategies for varied student abilities
- Assess academic progress through personalized evaluation
- Partner with colleagues to enrich science learning experiences and contribute actively to a team-based culture of collegiality
- Collaborate in designing experiential and interdisciplinary learning opportunities to take learning beyond the confines of the science classroom
- Exhibit a strong commitment to lifelong learning by engaging in professional development opportunities
Participate actively in the life of the wider school community by serving as an advisor for up to eight students, a moderator for a grade level, and a moderator for a co-curricular student activity; participating in weekly community time (announcements, chapel, class meeting); attending occasional evening and weekend events; and other duties as assigned