Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and talented educator to teach Science and Math in the Middle School, with a primary focus on Life Science. The most desirable candidates will have experience across multiple disciplines at the middle school level and have demonstrated a commitment to engaging science and math education. The ideal teacher will create a rich learning environment and offer a variety of instruction including inquiry-based learning, hands-on laboratory work, and class discussions. S/he will have the ability to work collaboratively with other STEM educators and to develop and deliver effective lessons that differentiate instruction to a diverse group of learners.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Preparation and implementation of daily lessons 

• Design, implementation, and timely evaluation of rigorous, authentic formative and summative assessments

• Use of laboratory experiences, discussion, and inquiry-based learning to support student understanding

• Timely and proactive communication with students, parents, and advisors about student performance

• Advising of a small group of students 

• Collaboration with faculty, administration, and staff on experiential, interdisciplinary, and community-based learning opportunities aligned with the school’s mission and values

• Active participation in all faculty and staff meetings 

• Support of divisional and school-wide initiatives through committee work, where appropriate 

• Supervision and/or participation in non-academic activities, including lunch, study halls, dances, class trips, etc