- Further develops, implements, assesses, and modifies as necessary a dynamic science program for middle school grades that aligns with Congressional's mission, vision, and values.
- Serves as middle school advisor.
- Utilize a hands-on, inquiry-driven approach that maximizes student engagement
- Displays a deep understanding of and a passion for science and its application to the real world.
- Organizes classroom systems and procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged and learning.
- Assesses students' scientific knowledge for the purposes of refining classroom activities and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations and goals.
- Employs multicultural, anti-bias teaching strategies that reflect cultural competence.
- Maintains a high level of awareness regarding research and recent developments on programs that will benefit middle school students in science.
- Ability to explore and execute technology in the classroom as an instructional tool to enhance learning.
- Seeks collaboration with dynamic and active science department.
- Provides feedback to students, parents and administration regarding students' progress, expectations and goals.
- Actively seeks opportunities for professional development in science and middle school pedagogy.
- Listens and responds to student and parent concerns in a responsible, constructive and resourceful manner.
- Actively supports the school philosophy, community, and policies.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned by the Division Director
- Bachelor's degree in science.
- Master's degree in science, education, or related field preferred
- Minimum two-three years of experience teaching middle school science
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in child development and educational practices.
- Effective, timely, and professional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong background in an inquiry approach to science education, including experimental design, curriculum design, interdisciplinary activities, and project-based learning
- Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment with a commitment to cultural competency.
- Strong initiative and organizational skills
- An ability to work in a joyful, collegial and collaborative environment
- A sense of humor, warm personality, and growth mindset
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Middle School Science Teacher - Falls Church, United States - Congressional School
Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionCongressional School seeks a Middle School Science Teacher beginning with the school year. The Science Teacher is responsible for helping students acquire scientific literacy through guided discovery, problem-solving, cooperative learning, and appreciation of real-world relevance. The Science Teacher is knowledgeable about the cognitive and social-emotional development of middle school children and possesses a firm understanding of and ongoing passion for science. The Science Teacher will be positive, collaborative, and innovative in addition to the below duties and responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
