US Chemistry Teacher- Leave coverage 25-26

Worcester Academy; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a passionate Upper School Science teacher to inspire students through engaging and meaningful learning experiences. This temporary position, covering a leave, emphasizes collaborative teaching and project-based learning in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a growth mindset, fostering both student and personal development. Join a supportive community dedicated to excellence in education, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on students' lives and academic journeys.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Science/Chemistry required.
• 2-3 years teaching experience at Upper School level preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach four or five sections of Upper School Science - Chemistry.
• Develop units and lessons supporting the Science Department goals.
• Provide feedback on student work and maintain attendance.

Skills

Teaching Science

Classroom Management

Project-Based Learning

Collaboration

Multicultural Curriculum Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Chemistry

Master's degree in Science or Education

Job description

Upper School Science/Chemistry- Leave Coverage

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a teacher who is committed to the ideals and joys of teaching Upper School students and who can inspire a love of learning in their students through the development and application of thoughtful, meaningful learning experiences for students.

This temporary teaching position is needed to cover a leave at the beginning of the 25-26 Academic year (August 14th start date through approx. mid January)

Students work both independently and collaboratively to think, reason, and communicate their thinking orally and in writing.

The successful teacher in this role also will understand the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting as well as have the ability to work independently. We are looking for an educator who embraces a growth mindset for their own professional development and who can help students to do the same.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY OBJECTIVES

- Teach four or five sections of Upper School Science - Chemistry

- Develop units and lessons that support the goals of the WA Science Department and the Upper School program.

- Support student learning through project-based, multi-modal approaches to teaching and learning.

- Maintain discipline in accordance with the student handbook plus team and division agreements.

- Provide appropriate feedback on student work and in term reports.

- Complete grading, comments, and progress reports in a timely manner.

- Attend required meetings (team, faculty, department, parent).

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

- Maintain classroom and shared spaces as conducive to teaching, learning, and working.

- Maintain daily student attendance and adhere to tardiness procedures.

- Attend and participate in school trips.

- Maintain mature and age-appropriate judgment and boundaries.

- Demonstrate a commitment to professional development and integration of new learning into practice.

- Follow accident & illness procedures.

- Participate in all safety drills, including fire, lockdown, and evacuation.

- Represent the school and what it stands for positively at public events, admissions events, community events, development events, etc., some of which take place outside of the regular school day and calendar.

- Develop and sustain relationships with colleagues that benefit their students and further one another’s professional growth.

- Develop and sustain relationships with parents that support each student's well-being and increasing autonomy.

- Serve as a role model for students and colleagues.

- Affirm and defend the dignity and worth of each member of the community and maintain an environment that fosters respect.

- Other duties as assigned by the Division Head and Department Chair

Education

- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Science/Chemistry

- Preferred: Master’s degree in Science or in Education (or both).

Experience

- At least 2-3 years’ experience in teaching Science in an academic setting at the Upper School level

- Scaffolding and differentiation of content and skills, including executive functions.

- Classroom organization and management.

- Innovative and project-based curriculum design and pedagogy.

- Multicultural curriculum design and pedagogy.

- Collaboration with colleagues.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated ability to prepare cohesive teaching units and daily lesson plans.

- Knowledge of best practices in multicultural curriculum and pedagogy.

- Demonstrated skill in working with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

- Ability to apply best practices for integrating technology into curriculum and pedagogy.

- Ability to implement problem-based learning and assessment.

- An understanding of the value of working cooperatively and collaboratively with adults in a team-based setting and the ability to do so.

- Ability to work independently.

- Ability to communicate tactfully, thoughtfully, and in modes appropriate to the audience.

- Flexibility.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

- Upper School faculty are supervised in curriculum and pedagogy through the partnership of the Department Chair and the Head of the Upper School

- Upper School faculty are supervised in the execution of critical duties by the Head of the Upper School

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

- Work full-time and maintain regular and predictable attendance.

- Ability to move throughout the campus during all weather conditions.

- Ability to effectively communicate in person and digitally with faculty, staff, parents, students and external contacts.