Middle School Science Department Head

Coatesville Area School District; Thorndale (PA); On-site; USD 2,400 - 3,000; Part time

Job summary

Coatesville Area School District in Thorndale, Pennsylvania is seeking a Middle School Science Department Head. The role oversees the North and Scott Middle Schools' Science Department, collaborates with administration, and guides staff development and budgeting to enhance science programming.

The ideal candidate holds PA secondary science certification, demonstrates strong communication, and can work with diverse staff and students while meeting deadlines and aligning with curricula and

Qualifications

• Valid PA Instructional I or II Secondary Science Certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient, and encouraging approach with students.
• Desire to collaborate with teachers, staff, families, and students.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff and programs for North and Scott Middle Schools' Science Department.
• Meet with Administration on staff development, budgeting, and programming.
• Follow best practices in assessment and instruction.
• Facilitate team processes and interact with diverse populations.

Skills

Current Teacher

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Coatesville Area School District MULTIPLE LOCATIONS - Thorndale, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Middle School Science Department Head

Coatesville Area School District MULTIPLE LOCATIONS - Thorndale, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5904411

Application Deadline: Sep 08, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 26, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

1 position for Scott and North

Stipend: $2,704.00 per school year.

Successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the staff and programs within the Science Department for North and Scott Middle Schools, as well as meeting with Administration regarding staff development, departmental concerns, budgeting, and overall programming. The candidate must be able to follow best practices in assessment, instruction as well as facilitate team processes. Candidate should have a solid understanding of instruction and assessments, good communication skills, able to meet deadlines, work well with students and adults. Candidate should have a working knowledge of the secondary science curriculum and be able to effectively interact with diverse populations.

Qualifications

• Current Teacher
• Valid PA Instructional I or II Secondary Science Certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Calm, patient, and encouraging approach when working with students.
• Desire to work collaboratively with teachers, staff, families, and students.

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3030 CG Zinn Road
• Thorndale, Pennsylvania 19372
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]