High School Chemistry Teacher

Environmental-Charter-School; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Environmental Charter School in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a High School Chemistry Teacher with a progressive mindset and strong work ethic. You will plan standards-based lessons, use diverse teaching strategies, and support a 1:1 device initiative while engaging with families.

The role emphasizes collaboration with grade-level teams and instructional coaches, and requires PA chemistry certification for grades 7–12. Prior secondary teaching and charter-school experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and PA Chemistry 7-12 certification required or equivalent.
• Secondary-level teaching experience preferred.
• AP certification desirable or willingness to obtain.
• Familiarity with charter schools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create standards-based lessons aligned to scope and sequence.
• Provide engaging, progressive instruction to high school students.
• Collaborate with grade-level teams, coaches, and principal.
• Communicate with families about student progress.

Skills

Progressive mindset

Strong work ethic

Collaborative teamwork

Digital literacy (Google Docs)

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

PA certification in Chemistry 7-12

Advanced Placement certification desirable

Familiarity with charter schools

Job description

High School Chemistry Teacher

The Environmental Charter School has an immediate need for a High School Chemistry Teacher. Successful candidates must be progressive-minded and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration, candidates should have a degree or experience in education, a strong work ethic, and a “whatever it takes” attitude.

WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL

The Environmental Charter School’s faculty and staff are passionate, talented, and uncompromising in their mission to ensure all students succeed at a high level, guided by our principles of catalyst, character, collaboration, and commitment. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed – and continually refined – to ensure that goal. Our work is student-centered, constantly improving, and reflective. ECS’s progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores, long waiting lists, and unique location in Pittsburgh serve as a model for environmentally focused education.

OVERVIEW

The ECS Chemistry Teacher has strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in secondary education, and a strong interest in environmental studies. They work in a highly collaborative environment and make deep connections with students. They also work closely with their grade-level team, instructional coaches, and principal. Candidates should be energetic and progressive-minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade-level and vertical teams.

KeyResponsibilities

• Work with the Environmental Charter School’s scope and sequence to create purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that employ a variety of teaching strategies, provide meaningful instruction, and maximize time on task.
• Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment in which all students can experience success.
• Structure compelling, standards-based lessons that challenge students’ critical thinking and align with lesson, unit, and grade-level objectives
• Regularly evaluate student progress using a variety of assessment methods including standardized assessments, teacher-designed tests, and samples of student work.
• Utilize the Google platform for document development
• Support the development of the 1:1 device implementation for students, including instructing digital citizenship
• Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with other program directors, and outside professional opportunities
• Communicate regularly with families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school relationship

Educational Background and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• PA certification in Chemistry 7-12
• Prior teaching experience at the secondary level preferred
• Advanced Placement certification or willingness to obtain certification highly desirable
• Familiarity with charter schools
• Minimum starting salary of $45,610 up to a maximum starting salary of $58,120 contingent upon prior experience
• ECS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and participation in a generous 403b retirement plan.

Clearances current within one year of the hire date will be required. This includes Arrest or Conviction Disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 114), and FBI Criminal Background Check. Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandated Reporter Training will also be required.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer.