Science Teacher- Grades 7-8

We are seeking a dedicated 7th and 8th-grade science teacher experienced in implementing the OpenSciEd and Project Lead the Way curriculum. The ideal candidate will excel in developing and delivering a curriculum that ensures all students can access, engage with, and be inspired by the content.

They will prioritize creating a rigorous, purposeful, and collaborative learning environment that challenges yet supports every student. This position demands a commitment to innovative teaching methods that foster both academic and personal growth.

GENERAL DUTIES:
Provide multiple instructional and engagement strategies in a lab-based environment to meet the needs of all learning styles
Function as an effective member of a multi-disciplinary team
Analyze individual student data and use that information to develop measurable goals, objectives, and corresponding lessons/units
Develop curriculum that is standards-based, rooted in fundamentals, vertically aligned, incorporates 21st Century Learning Skills, and provides students with inquiry-based learning opportunities.
Apply appropriate knowledge to curriculum content/instruction, plan lessons, and align assessment of student learning while monitoring students' understanding of the curriculum and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, using data-driven techniques, as appropriate
Participate in related school meetings which are held for the purpose of improving both curricula and extracurricular activities
Collaborate with the various school-based departments to support and address student needs
Communicate with parents through conferences, and other means to discuss students' progress.
Perform other professional duties as outlined and requested by the building Principal