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Middle School Science Teacher
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
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Posted: 29-May-25
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Part Time
Categories:
Science
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Date available: August 2025
Position Details: Available as a part-time or full-time role, with preference for full-time given to candidates who can also teach in another subject area, such as Jewish studies, humanities, or math.
Job Summary and Scope of Responsibility:
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School seeks a warm, passionate, and inspiring educator to serve as a Middle School Science Teacher and Grade-Level Advisor. The ideal candidate will love working with fifth through eighth grade students and have experience with design thinking, experiential and embodied learning, inquiry- and problem-based learning, and progressive STEM education. A desire to instill students with an excitement for learning and a love for science is essential. Experience with teaching technology and math through inquiry is also welcomed.
The candidate must have strong interpersonal skills inclusive of written and oral communication skills, and be a collaborative team player. Additionally, the candidate should be passionate about supporting and strengthening the diversity of science, technology, engineering, and outdoor education curriculum, and inspiring lifelong science learning.
This position entails being an Advisor on one of the four middle school advising teams. The Bernard Zell Advisory program strives to foster students’ social and emotional growth and well-being, supporting them both in and out of the classroom, and inspiring in them a commitment to meaningful service learning. Experience with Responsive Classroom is preferred.
Primary Responsibilities:
Teach Science to middle school students, maintaining high expectations and a commitment to supporting students of all levels
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor and evaluate student progress
Give specific feedback to young scientists and innovators to support their growth
Develop and implement curriculum as a member of a collaborative middle school science team
Work on an advisory team, planning advisory learning and creating a safe, nurturing environment for students
Advise and advocate for a group of middle school students, with responsibility for academic/social/emotional oversight
Communicate regularly and effectively with parents and others on the student and grade-level team
Help lead service learning through the advisory program
Support and reflect school values
Collaborate with colleagues to support the mission of the school
Qualifications and Skills:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (or above) in an area of science required
Master's in education or a related field preferred
Experience:
5+ years experience preferred
Experience with middle school-aged children and an understanding of adolescent development
Experience in writing science curriculum
Experience integrating technology, specifically microcomputing, gaming and coding, engineering, and mathematics into the science curriculum
Background in executive functioning skills and habits of learning that create successful lifelong learners
Experience in developing immersive, outdoor experiences for middle school students
Experience teaching Jewish studies, humanities, or math is welcome
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to embed Jewish values, Bernard Zell’s mission, and Israel in the science program.
Strong organizational skills
Flexibility, patience, and a sense of humor
Strong technology skills, including proficiency with educational technologies including Google Apps, iPad, Chromebook, and others
Knowledge of Responsive Classroom Practices
Deep Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice
Knowledge and mastery of the most up-to-date practices and pedagogies.
Willingness to learn and grow as an educator.
Salary Range:
PT: $24,517.50 - $42,128. FT: $49,035 - $84,256.
Preference for full time employment given to candidates who can also teach in another subject area, ideally Jewish studies, humanities, or math.
Benefits:
The position is eligible for benefits. Bernard Zell has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports the success of our employees. Benefits include:
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Disability insurance
Life insurance - including spouse/dependent life insurance
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Transportation & Parking Benefit
Health Care, Limited Purpose, and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Parental & Adoption Leave
Paid time off
Tuition Remission
Breakfast & Lunch when school is in session
403(b) (Retirement contribution) Plan with competitive matching structure
How To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to: employment@bernardzell.org
As a condition of employment, all applicants must successfully pass a criminal background screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School has a long-standing policy of equal employment opportunity for every person regardless of age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, or citizenship.
Bernard Zell recruits, hires, and promotes individuals without regard to these characteristics, and all staffing decisions are based solely on the qualifications of each individual and the legitimate educational needs of our students.
The school does not discriminate in working conditions, physical facilities or any other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, including transfer, compensation, training, promotion, demotion or separation based on age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School seeks to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, and harassment based on any of these or other characteristics.
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School (www.bernardzell.org) is an independent Jewish day school for the 21st century where academic purpose, collaborative learning, and deep commitment to humanity develop engaged, confident learners and compassionate leaders for a stronger, more vibrant community and world. A pluralistic community day school, Bernard Zell welcomes students and families of varied religious beliefs and observances. The school combines Jewish learning and tradition with the best of innovative educational practices in a challenging and nurturing learning environment.
Bernard Zell enrolls approximately 420 students. The school is accredited by NAIS and ISACS.