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Upper School Assistant Science Teacher (Grade 8)
Churchill School and Center
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Posted: 09-Jun-25
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $46K - $58K
Categories:
Science
Salary Details:
Benefits package: 10 days annual personal/sick time, annual merit-based bonus pay, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability income benefits, flexible spending account, health savings account, commuter benefits, paid family leave, daily complimentary lunch, professional development opportunities, 403(b) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution after 2-years employment.
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: US
Position Summary and Overview
The Churchill School & Center, a K-12 school for students with language-based learning disabilities, is seeking an Assistant Science Teacher in the Upper School division (Grade 8) beginning mid-August 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrate commitment to Churchill’s mission and core values
Embrace and model Churchill’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Work collaboratively with cooperating Head Teacher and other related service providers and specialists in science classes and potentially one math class
Support Head Teacher by
planning curriculum, lessons, and assignments
grading student work and participation
taking attendance each period
maintaining website with course documents and assignments
tracking students' work and progress
Support Students by:
developing critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and tools to become independent, college-bound learners
providing extra-help
maintaining records
breaking-down / scaffolding assignment
Serving as an advisor to students
Seek improved methods of teaching through professional development opportunities
Assist in developing and supporting behavior management plans as necessary
Other duties as assigned (lunch, hallway, accompany students to specialist classes, etc.)
Attend relevant staff meetings
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have...
BA or BS Degree (Degree in Science or Science related fields, Education, or Special Education preferred)
Knowledge of and comfort with general science and basic physics concepts
Experience working with, mentoring, supervising and/or building positive relationships with middle school aged children
Knowledge of, or willingness to continue higher levels of education to obtain knowledge of effective teaching strategies and methodologies for working with children with language-based learning disabilities
Familiarity with Smartboards, Google Drive, and technology in the classroom
Interest in professional career development in the field of special education
Patience, flexibility, good organization skills, and a sense of humor
Compensation
$46,000-$58,000 commensurate with experience
Benefits package: 10 days annual personal/sick time, annual merit-based bonus pay, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, disability income benefits, flexible spending account, health savings account, commuter benefits, paid family leave, daily complimentary lunch, professional development opportunities, 403(b) retirement plan with a 7% employer contribution after 2-years employment.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send:
Current resume;
Cover letter and;
references
in PDF format to: usresume@churchillschoolnyc.org. Candidates should make sure to outline all experiences relative to the position. Furthermore, Churchill works to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Please include your thoughts and experiences on the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in a school setting and offer an example of your work with students through an equity lens.
The Churchill School and Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, national or ethnic origin, ancestry or any other characteristic. Churchill is committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from candidates of color, as well as candidates from under-represented groups.
Churchill’s Vision
A world where students with language-based learning disabilities embrace their learning differences and see limitless possibilities.
Churchill Mission
To provide an innovative and transformational K-12 learning community that empowers students with language-based learning disabilities.
Churchill’s Vision:
A world where students with language-based learning disabilities embrace their learning differences and see limitless possibilities.
Churchill’s Mission:
To provide an innovative and transformational K-12 learning community that empowers students with language-based learning disabilities.