Marymount School seeks an experienced science teacher to join the dynamic team of educators in our Upper Middle School division. Ideal candidates are collaborative, flexible, and passionate self-starters who are actively interested in innovative and creative learning and teaching. Outstanding candidates have a passion for science and the ability to inspire the same in their students. Courses may include physical science (8th grade), life science (7th grade), and/or Earth science (6th grade). With an emphasis on scientific inquiry and data literacy, students hone their foundational skills through hands-on labs and projects. Candidates should have strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Marymount facilities include a 1:1 MacBook environment and state-of-the art science labs. Marymount faculty are active participants in the school community, supporting students as advisors or club moderators, and taking an active role in school programs. 

Requirements

• Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, physics, science education, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years teaching at the middle or high school level
• Excellent laboratory skills
• Excellent organizational, written, and communication skills
• Commitment to equity and belonging in teaching practices
• Ability to differentiate and vary instructional methods

About Marymount School of New York

Marymount seeks educators who inspire students to recognize their unique talents, embrace challenges, and reach their full potential. Faculty are expected to be innovative instructors in inquiry-based, student-centered classrooms, as well as active participants in the school community. Rooted in the Catholic tradition of educating both the heart and the mind, Marymount’s mission and values are infused throughout our programs and daily lives; students graduate from the School as compassionate, ethical citizens with a strong commitment to social justice. Marymount’s faculty and staff are dedicated professionals who model lifelong learning, nurture a growth mindset, and make meaningful connections with students. We believe in the transformative power of a diverse and inclusive community, and we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender in our educational programs or employment practices.

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