Teacher - Science

FIRST TRINITY ACADEMY INC; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

First Trinity Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher to educate students in Grades 3–9 at our Leesburg, Florida campus. You will deliver standards-based, hands-on lessons that spark curiosity through experiments, inquiry-based learning, and real-world STEM applications.

The role emphasizes small class sizes and building strong student relationships, with a focus on integrating technology and AI tools to enhance learning, while collaborating with colleagues and families to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Science Education or a related field.
• Prior teaching experience in elementary or middle school is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of life, earth, physical, and environmental sciences.
• Ability to create engaging, inquiry-based lessons and manage hands-on activities safely.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms.

Responsibilities

• Teach science to students in Grades 3–9 using engaging, standards-based instruction.
• Develop and implement lesson plans with hands-on investigations and STEM projects.
• Foster scientific inquiry by encouraging questions, investigation, data analysis, and evidence-based conclusions.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and create a safe classroom and lab environment.
• Assess student learning through quizzes, projects, labs, and presentations.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding progress and expectations.

Skills

Science education

Classroom management

Inquiry-based learning

STEM integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Science Education

Tools

Google Classroom

Educational technology

AI tools in classroom

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Science Teacher (Grades 3–9)

First Trinity Academy – Leesburg, Florida

Position Type: Full-Time

School Year: 2026–2027

Inspire the Next Generation of Scientists

First Trinity Academy is seeking an enthusiastic and engaging Science Teacher to teach students in Grades 3–9. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about making science exciting through hands-on experiments, inquiry-based learning, STEM activities, and real-world applications.

Our small class sizes provide the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students while encouraging curiosity, creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach science to students in Grades 3–9 using engaging, standards-based instruction.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that incorporate hands-on investigations, laboratory activities, STEM projects, and interactive learning experiences.
• Foster scientific inquiry by encouraging students to ask questions, investigate, analyze data, and draw evidence-based conclusions.
• Teach topics including life science, earth and space science, physical science, environmental science, and introductory engineering concepts.
• Integrate technology and age-appropriate AI tools to enhance student learning and scientific exploration.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students.
• Create a positive, organized, and safe classroom and laboratory environment.
• Assess student learning through quizzes, projects, labs, presentations, and performance-based assessments.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student records.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress and classroom expectations.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to support school-wide academic initiatives.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school events, and parent conferences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Science Education, Elementary Education, or a related field.
• Previous teaching experience in elementary or middle school is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of life, earth, physical, and environmental sciences.
• Ability to create engaging, inquiry-based lessons and manage hands-on classroom activities safely.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning platforms.
• Experience using educational technology, interactive simulations, and AI tools in the classroom.

We Are Looking for Someone Who Is

• Passionate about science education.
• Creative and innovative in lesson design.
• Organized and dependable.
• Patient, encouraging, and enthusiastic.
• Committed to academic excellence and student growth.
• A collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

Fingerprinting

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