2025-2026 - Lower School - 5th Grade Science Teacher

Isidore Newman School; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Isidore Newman School is seeking a passionate 5th Grade Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate will design engaging STEM curriculum and inspire students through inquiry-based learning. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a love for science.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of teaching experience required.
• Knowledge of pedagogy and trends in primary instruction.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing curriculum based on Next Generation Science Standards.
• Creating hands-on activities with exploration and experimentation.
• Differentiating instruction to meet students' needs.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Innovation

Patience

Perseverance

Education

Bachelor's degree in elementary education or STEM-related field

Job description

2025-2026 - Lower School - 5th Grade Science Teacher

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Isidore Newman School seeks an innovative and self-directed Lower School Science teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year to design and implement engaging curriculum for 5th Grade students, focusing on collaboration within the STEM team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of instilling a love for science in children and converting knowledge across life science, physical science, earth and space sciences, engineering, and technology into an inquiry-based, project-based curriculum. This is a full-time position teaching Science to 5th Grade students, reporting to the Head of Lower School.

The successful candidate will possess excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills; work well with teams; and genuinely love working with elementary school students and educators.

The Lower School Science Department values innovation, collaboration, and energy. We seek a passionate teacher dedicated to inspiring students and fostering a love for science/STEM through inquiry-based approaches and innovative curriculum development. Our goal is to grow as hands-on, project-based science/STEM educators with a place-based focus.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education with an emphasis on STEM or in a STEM-related field; and 2+ years of teaching experience.
• Knowledge of pedagogy and trends in primary instruction and curriculum design.
• Practical experience working with diverse learners in elementary grades.
• Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation.
• A reflective practitioner committed to self-improvement and lifelong learning.
• Patience, perseverance, and kindness in working with students, parents, and staff; highly collaborative professional style.
• Ability to uphold confidentiality and communicate effectively with colleagues and families.
• Must meet federal, state, and local employment requirements.
• Experience supervising hands-on activities and ensuring safe lab practices.
• Enthusiasm for teaching early childhood and elementary-aged children in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing curriculum based on Next Generation Science Standards.
• Creating joyful, hands-on activities with exploration and experimentation.
• Incorporating STEM elements for holistic learning.
• Collaborating on projects to develop 21st-century skills.
• Integrating science and STEAM across the curriculum and participating in professional development.
• Differentiating instruction to meet students' needs through various instructional methods.
• Facilitating students' educational and social development.
• Creating a respectful, safe, and conducive learning environment.
• Using instructional time effectively.
• Collaborating with colleagues and maintaining a growth mindset.
• Assessing students using various methods and guiding instruction accordingly; completing report cards.
• Communicating effectively with parents through meetings and conferences.
• Participating in field trips and grade-level activities.
• Maintaining student records and an organized classroom environment.
• Modeling appropriate behavior and ensuring adherence to behavioral expectations.
• Performing assigned duties and responsibilities.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, educational philosophy statement, and three professional references.