Middle School Science Teacher

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy • Philadelphia, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Teach 2 sections of 8th-grade science (focus: physics and chemistry) to Middle School students and be the building sub for Middle School. The person will be expected to sub a minimum of four classes per week, in any areas of the Middle School where needed. A qualified candidate will follow lesson plans, working with co-teachers, in line with curriculum objectives and SCH science curriculum maps. This position starts August 28, 2026.

Requirements

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong background in Physical Sciences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Knowledge of applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to provide a supportive, caring, and positive environment for students and to maintain classroom discipline.
• Strong knowledge of personal computer skills with experience in the use of web-based applications, including course management programs, Google Drive applications, and email.
• Comfortable with a team-based work structure; ability to demonstrate flexibility on the job.
• Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious, and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrated deep understanding of cultural competency skills and enthusiasm for issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.
• At a minimum, a bachelor's degree in a science or education field.

Responsibilities

• Teaches 2 MS science sections using daily lesson plans, curricular materials, and assessments provided by the 8th-grade Science team.
• Demonstrates, models, and designs learning experiences that foster 21st-century STEM learning skills in students.
• Demonstrates, models, and designs learning experiences that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Integrates technology as a component of student learning experiences.
• Prepares, administers, corrects, and records assessment results in a regular and timely manner.
• Provides timely and regular feedback on students' progress toward skill mastery.
• Teaches rules of conduct and creates a warm and welcoming learning environment.
• Maintains order and enforces school policies in the classroom and throughout common areas of the campus.
• Discusses students' academic and behavioral progress with parents/guardians as needed.
• Keeps daily attendance and records of students' progress.
• Attends work and arrives/departs work at the appropriate times as determined by the immediate supervisor.
• Attends grade-level team meetings to discuss students' progress.
• Completes additional responsibilities as needed and assigned by the Department Chair and Division Head.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level