Science Teacher

Howard University Public Charter Middle School; Washington; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science seeks a middle school science teacher to deliver NGSS-aligned instruction for grades seven and eight. You will develop science curriculum and supervise extended classroom activities related to science, engineering, and STEAM.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and administration, ongoing professional development, and active involvement in school events, reporting to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or science education required; master’s degree preferred.
• Current teaching license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide science instruction following NGSS and the curriculum map.
• Plan units and daily lesson plans, identify materials, prepare class projects, and assess student work promptly.
• Confer with colleagues on cross-curricular opportunities and communicate with parents regularly.
• Maintain grades and curriculum assessments online; attend faculty and curriculum meetings.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or science education

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Description Summary

The middle school science teacher is responsible for science instruction based on NGSS, curriculum development in the area of science, and extended classroom activities associated with science in grades seven and eight.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide academic subject instruction in science, ensuring that the curriculum map and schedule are followed.
• Plan for class activities, including preparing units and daily lesson plans, identifying materials to implement class activities, preparing class projects, giving children feedback on completed work to ensure mastery of presented material, and grading tests and assignments promptly.
• Confer with other teachers concerning cross-curricular opportunities.
• Communicate with parents regularly about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs. Meet with parents during scheduled conferences during the school year.
• Maintain grades and curriculum assessments online.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings with the grade level lead and curriculum meetings as needed.
• Exhibits enthusiasm for science, engineering, and STEAM.
• Collaborates as a team player with teaching colleagues and administration.
• Sees the school as a community.
• Supports the school by attending school-sponsored events and activities.
• Commits to ongoing professional development via workshop attendance, visiting other schools, and webinars.
• Learns new skills and integrates technology as changing pedagogy dictates.
• Models self-disciplined and ethical behavior.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty exceptionally. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university is required in the field of science or science education. Master’s degree preferred.

Certificates, licenses, and registrations

It is preferred that the middle school science teacher have a current teaching license.

Professional demeanor and characteristics

Ability to demonstrate initiative, leadership, collaboration, and independent thinking. Must possess strong people skills and emotional intelligence when dealing with students, parents, and colleagues, as well as a demonstrated understanding of and investment in the School.

The Howard University Middle School of Mathematics and Science is an equal-opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, gender, or religion.

The science teacher is a ten-month position reporting to the Executive Director.

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