High School Chemistry Teacher

Environmental Charter School•Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Environmental Charter School is hiring a High School Chemistry Teacher. The role calls for strong teaching abilities, an understanding of secondary-education pedagogy and instructional practices, and an interest in environmental studies. The teacher works collaboratively with students, grade-level and vertical teams, instructional coaches, and the principal to support student achievement. Candidates should be energetic, progressive-minded, and willing to collaborate. The school describes its work as student-centered, reflective, and continually improving. Its educational approach challenges faculty to take risks and emphasizes collaboration and systems thinking. For best consideration, candidates should have a degree or experience in education, a strong work ethic, and a “whatever it takes” attitude. The position requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and Pennsylvania certification in Chemistry for grades 7–12. Secondary teaching experience is preferred. Advanced Placement certification, or willingness to obtain it, is highly desirable, as is familiarity with charter schools. The stated starting salary range is $45,610 to $58,120, contingent upon prior experience. ECS offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; paid time off; and participation in a 403(b) retirement plan. Required clearances and training must be completed as described in the posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Pennsylvania certification in Chemistry for grades 7–12.
Strong teaching abilities and understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in secondary education.
Strong interest in environmental studies.
Energetic, progressive-minded approach and willingness to collaborate with grade-level and vertical teams.
Strong work ethic and a “whatever it takes” attitude.
Current clearances within one year of the hire date: Arrest or Conviction Disclosure; Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151); Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 114); and FBI Criminal Background Check.
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandated Reporter Training.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience at the secondary level.
Advanced Placement certification or willingness to obtain certification.
Familiarity with charter schools.
A degree or experience in education (stated as desirable for best consideration).

Responsibilities

Use the Environmental Charter School’s scope and sequence to create purposeful, appropriate lesson plans using varied teaching strategies and maximizing time on task.
Create a positive, achievement-oriented, structured learning environment where all students can experience success.
Develop compelling, standards-based lessons that challenge critical thinking and align with lesson, unit, and grade-level objectives.
Evaluate student progress regularly using varied assessment methods, including standardized assessments, teacher-designed tests, and samples of student work.
Use the Google platform for document development.
Support implementation of the student 1:1 device program, including instruction in digital citizenship.
Participate fully in professional growth, collaboration with other program directors, and outside professional opportunities.
Communicate regularly with families about academic progress and develop supportive home-school relationships.