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Position Summary:  Interlochen Arts Academy seeks a Science Instructor able to teach at least one–and ideally more than one–core high school science course (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). The instructor will teach 5 sections of class total. In addition to teaching, the instructor will be asked to serve as a co-advisor to a small group of students. There are no residential life (dorm) responsibilities with this position. This is a full-time, permanent teaching position starting in late August, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 5 total sections of class, that could include a mix of individual preps
• Serve as advisor to a small group of students who meet weekly
• Help students develop content knowledge, processes, and skills related to your courses
• Offer creative hands-on laboratory experiences, as appropriate, to supplement lecture and discussion
• Develop and administer assessments and feedback for students and families to understand student growth
• Visit other classrooms to observe fellow instructors
• Hold daily office hours (during school hours)
• Maintain a course page online through Canvas, take attendance daily in each class, keep electronic gradebook up to date, and prepare timely and thorough grade reports
• Attend department, division, and full faculty meetings
• Participate in all-school events at the beginning and end of the school year, as well as periodically throughout the school year
• Seek the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Comply with ICA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of ICA finances
• Respect the culture, diversity and rights of all students, their families and the community
• Prioritize duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Perform other duties as assigned

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office and classroom environment with extensive internal and external stakeholder contact.

Education: A bachelor’s degree in the sciences is required; MA preferred

Experience: Experience teaching high school students preferred

Equipment Familiarity: Familiarity with the following technology / software / programs preferred:

• Google suite
• Canvas or another Learning Management System
• Software and hardware conducive to up-to-date teaching of Science at the appropriate level for high school students

Certifications, Licenses or Special Training: 

• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements as detailed in policy 12.HR.01 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks

• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the eligibility requirements of ICA’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with highly creative students from a variety of educational backgrounds and at a variety of educational readiness levels
• Openness to incorporating the arts as a mode of instruction and/or assessment
• Strong interest in collaborating with colleagues
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Ability to follow and execute specific verbal and written instructions
• Ability to promote and maintain positive interaction with all internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrate respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity and values including differences in personal goals, lifestyle choices and varying family backgrounds and histories

For a complete job description and to apply go to Interlochen.org/careers or the direct link Instructor of Science

Application Materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

About Interlochen Center for the Arts

Interlochen Center for the Arts is the recipient of the National Medal of Arts and the only organization in the world that brings together: a 2,500-student summer camp program; a 500-student fine arts boarding high school; opportunities for hundreds of adults to engage in fulfilling artistic and creative programs; two 24-hour listener-supported public radio stations (classical music and news); more than 600 arts presentations annually by students, faculty and world-renowned guest artists; a global alumni base spanning eight decades, including leaders in arts and all other endeavors. For information, visit Interlochen online at www.interlochen.org. Interlochen Center for the Arts includes: Interlochen Arts AcademyInterlochen Arts Academy, a fine arts boarding high school, offers the highest quality artistic training combined with comprehensive college-preparatory academics. The Academy also offers post-graduate opportunities. Interlochen Arts CampYoung artists from around the world gather at Interlochen each summer to learn, create and perform alongside leading artists and instructors. Programs are offered to students in grades three through twelve. Interlochen College of Creative ...ArtsAdult artists thrive on opportunities to learn and express themselves creatively. The College of Creative Arts offers programs in a variety of arts disciplines. Interlochen Public RadioClassical Music: 88.7 FM, Interlochen; 88.5 FM, Mackinaw City; and 100.9 FM, East Jordan/CharlevoixNews Radio: 91.5 FM, Traverse City; 90.1 FM, Harbor Springs/Petoskey; 89.7 FM, Manistee/LudingtonStreaming online at ipr.interlochen.org. Through two listener-supported broadcast services, Interlochen Public Radio (IPR) connects northwest Michigan with arts, news and culture on a global scale. IPR also gives significant focus to local and regional news, information and artists. Interlochen PresentsInterlochen brings dozens of world-renowned artists to northwest Michigan, enhancing the region’s position on the global arts map. Interlochen presents more than 600 events each year by students, faculty and guest artists, making Interlochen one of the nation’s largest arts presenters.

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