Middle School Science Teacher - Part-Time

Westminster Schools of Augusta • Augusta, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Westminster Schools of Augusta is a Pre-K through 12 regionally-accredited, coeducational, college-preparatory, Christian day school enrolling close to 650 students. The 34-acre campus is located in a residential section of Augusta, which is Georgia’s second-largest metropolitan area. The school is affiliated with First Presbyterian Church of Augusta (PCA), but the student body and faculty include members from more than 90 different local churches of various denominations. We are interested in receiving applications from Christian school educators who view their calling as teaching and discipling students for the advancement of God’s kingdom as we equip students to live extraordinary lives for Jesus Christ. Such educators with sound academic credentials who desire to serve in an academically challenging, Christian environment with highly engaging and responsible students should apply. An ideal candidate would also be able to fill other openings such as coaching positions. Middle School Science Teacher Position (part-time) Qualifications ● Commitment to the school’s mission ● Ability to teach Middle School Science including Earth and Life Science. ● Passion and ability to meet the needs of each student, both emotionally and instructionally ● Able to communicate effectively and act professionally with school constituents of students, parents, and faculty ● Passion for subject matter taught ● Ability to help cover various duties at the school as needed such as monitoring students at lunch ● Participation in the life of the school beyond the classroom

Requirements

• Commitment to the school’s mission
• Bachelor’s degree in related field of study
• Ability to work in a collegial environment
• Ability to communicate well with written and oral expression
• Strong vision and hearing
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. of school equipment
• Working in a potentially stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Ability to stand or work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
• Ability to work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom or office environment and occasionally outdoors subjected to extreme heat or cold

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• Three to Five years teaching experience in the middle school
• Knowledge and/or experience working in an independent school environment
• Knowledge and/or experience integrating faith and learning
• Experience using laboratory technology

Responsibilities

• Teach Middle School Science including Earth and Life Science.
• Meet the needs of each student, both emotionally and instructionally
• Communicate effectively and act professionally with school constituents of students, parents, and faculty
• Help cover various duties at the school as needed such as monitoring students at lunch
• Participation in the life of the school beyond the classroom
• Safe and appropriate use of lab materials and equipment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time