Science Teacher (Junior High )

AMERICAN LEARNING•Delray Beach, FL

6h•Onsite

About The Position

American Heritage Schools-Palm Beach Campus is looking for a Middle School Science Teacher. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of science curriculum including topics in the Life, Earth and Physical Sciences, and a commitment to creating an engaging and hands-on learning environment. Responsibilities include developing and implementing inquiry-based lessons, a strong knowledge of school lab techniques and fostering a love of science in our students. We offer a supportive school community and opportunities for professional growth. Experience teaching middle science is a plus. The classroom teacher is responsible for educating and supporting students to help them reach learning targets. Teachers must be content area experts who make sound instructional decisions, create and maintain a learning environment where positive relationships are built and routines and procedures are in place to create collective responsibility. Teachers are responsible for providing rich learning tasks for intellectual engagement, assessing formatively and summatively, and providing feedback to students for their academic achievement.

Requirements

Preferred minimum three years teaching experience in a K-12 instructional setting
Valid Florida State Teaching License or single subject teaching credential, certification and/or experience in a specialized subject; ESOL endorsed, ESE certification preferred
B.A./B.S. in education from an accredited institution or B.F.A. for fine arts instructors
Professional experience in related field
Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to facilitate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to utilize educational technologies such as iPads, learning software, and basic word processing software
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Flexibility, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Prolonged standing/ sitting
Stooping and/or kneeling

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching middle science is a plus

Responsibilities

Demonstrate mastery of content knowledge
Ensure a high-quality learning experience; plan and implement learning tasks with purpose and innovation
Follow the AHS curriculum framework/scope and sequence
Articulate instructional purpose and learning outcomes
Design structured lessons and activities with a focus on student engagement and critical thinking
Curate and design resources and incorporate instructional technologies aligned with learning outcomes
Provide clear expectations for learning, clear explanations of content, and use academic language
Align activities, assignments, questions, and discussions with learning outcomes
Enter all lesson activities, assignments, and assessments into the school’s learning management system one week in advance by each Friday afternoon; include due dates for all assignments and assessments so that they are visible in student and parent calendars
Ensure learning by all students by frequently monitoring student understanding
Assess learning in a variety of ways, using formative and summative measures including but not limited to traditional and alternative assessments; prepare and administer semester and/or final exams and standardized tests
Provide timely and relevant feedback to students and parents; enter grades into the school learning management/student information systems weekly
Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions
Differentiate and modify learning tasks according to student need; implement accommodations as directed
Demonstrate caring and respect in interactions with students
Establish routines and procedures for a productive physical environment
Monitor student behavior so that students take ownership and contribute to a positive, productive learning environment
Maintain standards of appropriate discipline in accordance with school rules and the student handbook
Provide for students’ safety and general welfare
Proactively communicate with parents, principals, and academic advisors
Prepare progress reports and provide comments as needed
Conduct parent/teacher conferences quarterly and as needed
Be an active contributor to the school’s curriculum; provide feedback and share resources with colleagues
Contribute to team-planning; attend and engage in professional learning communities (formal cross-campus meetings for collaboration and intensive reflection upon instructional practices and desired student outcomes); attend team, department, and staff meetings
Demonstrate a commitment to professional learning
Prepare for and attend required events including but not limited to Back to School Night, Meet and Greets, Conference Days, and Professional Development Days
Provide required weekly extra help after school
If teaching in the Academy Program, provide expert differentiated instruction and demonstrate strategies for meeting the needs of students with mild learning differences
Manage facility and equipment for specialized instructional areas such as Science, Engineering, etc. as warranted. Examples include Science and Engineering labs, Environmental Education Center, Dance rooms, Theaters, Gymnasium, Weight Room, etc.
Coordinate and attend events for specialized instructional areas as warranted including but not limited to Open House, Pre-Professional Education Night, Fine Arts Festival, Theater Productions, Band and Orchestra Concerts, School Fairs/Contests, District and State Competitions
Ensure the effective and efficient deployment of classroom support from teaching assistants; evaluate teacher assistants annually

Benefits

100% free tuition for all employees’ eligible children
50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children
Free Summer Day Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer.
Free early care & after-care for employees’ eligible children while working
Yearly cash bonuses
401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Supplemental Insurance plans available
Pet Insurance options
Short-term & Long-term Disability options
Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
Affordable Company housing when available
Additional earnings available through Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs
Free Continuing Education available