Fourth Grade Science and Social Sciences Teacher

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School•Austin, TX

24d

About The Position

St. Michael’s Prep seeks a dynamic, experienced, collaborative, and creative individual with a deep understanding of project and inquiry-based learning as our 4th grade science and social sciences teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate works to engage students through connected learning opportunities that develop critical thinking, reading, writing, reasoning, and research skills in a departmentalized curriculum. The 4th grade science and social sciences teacher works closely with the 4th grade math and 4th grade ELA teacher, as well as with the 3rd grade science and social sciences teacher and the Dean of STEM to plan, develop, and implement a comprehensive, cross-curricular, and vertically aligned curriculum. We know that children learn best and will take the necessary risks in the learning process when they feel confident, comfortable, and secure in their learning environment; therefore, we look to employ educators who value building relationships and teaching social and emotional skills in addition to providing excellent academic instruction. This is a full-time, 10-month position that begins in August 2026. Ideal candidates for positions at our school are experienced in and continue to develop expertise in social-emotional learning, project-based learning, STEAM integration, and technology-rich and differentiated instruction. Ideal candidates thrive in a collaborative environment, designing and delivering innovative and creative cross-curricular instructional units to students with diverse learning styles and needs.

Requirements

Possess a growth mindset
Excellent interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to collaborate with students, department chairs, faculty, staff, and parents
A positive attitude and the willingness to approach learning new skills in flexible and creative ways
A bachelor’s degree is required
At least five years of teaching experience required

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience within independent schools is preferred

Responsibilities

Knowledge and understanding of the developmental stages and needs of students in 4th grade
Experienced in, or willing to develop expertise in, social-emotional learning (Responsive Classroom) and project-based learning
Teach in a responsive and inclusive manner
Comprehensive understanding of elementary school science and social sciences curriculum, instruction, and assessment
Create a welcoming and inviting classroom environment that fosters a feeling of significance, belonging, and fun for all students
Create, revise, and update grade-and course-specific curriculum map (Embark) to ensure all required subject matter is covered during the school year
Familiarity with the engineering and design process, project-based learning, technology integration, and guided math/math workshop
Plan and implement math lessons that emphasize and develop conceptual as well as procedural understanding.
Work and plan collaboratively with the teaching team
Create lessons and projects that promote student collaboration
Differentiate instruction for students based on ability and/or interest
Conduct conferences with parents at scheduled intervals and on an as-needed basis
Manage and monitor student learning
Perform assigned duties such as lunch and recess duties
Demonstrate effective classroom management, utilizing learning centers for differentiated and individualized instruction for remediation and enrichment
Maintain effective and timely communication with parents regarding their children’s progress, performance, and areas of concern
Maintain thorough and accurate grades using the Blackbaud platform
Comfortable using a variety of instructional techniques and practices to meet the learning needs of all students
Experience and willingness to integrate and learn new technology platforms and applications in meaningful and appropriate ways
Provide standards-based assessments for all students that evaluate the proficiency level achieved for each learning objective/goal
Integrate the design thinking process into lessons and into your approach to teaching robotics
Work closely with the Dean of STEM Curriculum
Participate in professional development opportunities to learn and utilize innovative tools and techniques that improve student learning
Attend weekly team meetings with the Head of Lower School to coordinate curricula and discuss individual student progress, as well as monthly meetings with the Head of Lower School and the Ed Leadership Team to ideate and plan instructional innovation
Participate in shared faculty responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School
Attend monthly faculty and department/committee meetings