Chemistry and Environmental Science Teacher
About The Position
We are seeking a high school science teacher with a passion for teaching foundational Chemistry or Environmental Science and creating engaging learning opportunities. TSAS is a free public charter school with small class sizes that prioritizes innovation and teacher autonomy. Applicants should be enthusiastic about experimentation, student-centered instruction, project-based learning, building strong relationships, and developing equitable success strategies to serve all students. Applicants should be able to provide evidence via the interview process of: Strong subject area knowledge, Experience developing, and/or willingness to develop pedagogical skill and relational classroom management strategies, Growth mindset that positions students as the center of the work of teaching and learning and desires to disrupt systems of oppression and close achievement gaps via public education, Enthusiasm for learning and implementing innovative instructional approaches including project-based learning. Applicants should discuss in their cover letter their areas of Chemistry expertise or Environmental Science expertise and previous experience in innovative instruction. TSAS is a free public charter school with small class sizes that prioritizes innovation and teacher autonomy. Applicants should be enthusiastic about experimentation, student-centered instruction, project-based learning, building strong relationships, and developing equitable success strategies to serve all students.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- Strong subject area knowledge
- Experience developing, and/or willingness to develop pedagogical skill and relational classroom management strategies
- Growth mindset that positions students as the center of the work of teaching and learning and desires to disrupt systems of oppression and close achievement gaps via public education
- Enthusiasm for learning and implementing innovative instructional approaches including project-based learning
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for teaching and a commitment to student success
- Proficiency in educational technology and digital learning tools
Nice To Haves
- Degree in education, science, or a related field
- Experience working with secondary students in an educational setting
- Teaching certification or licensure
Responsibilities
- Teaching foundational Chemistry or Environmental Science
- Creating engaging learning opportunities
- Experimentation
- Student-centered instruction
- Project-based learning
- Building strong relationships
- Developing equitable success strategies to serve all students
- Facilitating lab activities
- Attending meetings or professional development sessions
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
