MS Science Teacher - Students as Scientists

gpac; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Full benefits

Job summary

GPAC is partnering with an equity and excellence focused PreK-8th gradeschool in Minneapolis that seeks a Middle School Science Teacher committed to helping students use science as a way to understand and make a difference in their world. This on-site, full-time role emphasizes culturally relevant, challenging, and engaging instruction.

Candidates with prior teaching experience in urban school settings and who are committed to helping all students succeed are highly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, teaching, or a related field.
• At least one year of teaching experience in a K-12 setting.
• Minnesota teaching certification (in applicable grade/content area preferred)
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).

Responsibilities

• Teach classes as assigned, providing effective and professional classroom instruction, assessment, and management.
• Design and implement curriculum and instruction consistent with the mission, values, and standards established with the academic program.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and on enhancing instructional practices and strategies.
• Establish effective communications and relationships with students and parents.
• Exhibit a growth mindset about teaching practices and work toward professional goals and development.
• Develop and maintain professional, collaborative, and collegial relationships with faculty and staff, as well as with community partners to the benefit of students and classes.
• Participate in required non‑classroom activities, including Back to School Night(s), parent/student conferences, retreats, faculty and meetings, field trips, and special activities and performance events.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaborative work style

Classroom management

Differentiating instruction

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education

Job description

GPACis partnering with an "equity and excellence" focused PreK-8th gradeschoolin Minneapolis that seeking a Middle School Science Teacher committed to helping students use science as a way to understand and make a difference in their world.

This school is seeking candidates for thesefull-time, on-sitepositions who are:

• Mission-Driven
• Resourceful
• Passionate

**Candidates with prior teaching experience in urban school settings and who are committed to helping all students succeed are highly preferred.**

Position Summary

Teachers provide a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging, and fun. Candidates should be driven to prepare children for the future by helping them build confidence and a strong sense of self-worth. Candidates with experience using hands‑on learning opportunities (experiments, field study, inquiry-based learning, etc.) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Teach classes as assigned, providing effective and professional classroom instruction, assessment, and management.
• Design and implement curriculum and instruction consistent with the mission, values, and standards established with the academic program.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and on enhancing instructional practices and strategies.
• Establish effective communications and relationships with students and parents.
• Exhibit a growth mindset about teaching practices and work toward professional goals and development.
• Develop and maintain professional, collaborative, and collegial relationships with faculty and staff, as well as with community partners to the benefit of students and classes.
• Participate in required non‑classroom activities, including Back to School Night(s), parent/student conferences, retreats, faculty and meetings, field trips, and special activities and performance events.

Essential skills and experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in education, teaching, or a related field.
• At least one year of teaching experience in a K-12 setting.
• Minnesota teaching certification (in applicable grade/content area(s) preferred)
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Deep dedication to learning and developing as an educator.
• Collaborative work style paired with the ability to take initiative.
• Strong classroom management skills and expertise in differentiating instruction.

A few more details about the school

• Safe, family like school culture
• Small class sizes & manageable class schedule
• Intentional focus on joy and collaboration
• Professional development and support
• Competitive salary & full benefits package, including health insurance premium paid in full for single coverage