Science Teacher (Middle School)

Morris Jeff Community School•New Orleans, LA

6d•$50,150 - $75,450•Onsite

About The Position

Morris Jeff Community School seeks a middle school Science Teacher committed to the school’s mission and vision, high expectations for student achievement, and consistent professionalism. Morris Jeff is an International Baccalaureate (IB) school whose education aims to help students develop their talents, become contributing global citizens, and build a foundation for college, career, and beyond. The teacher will teach assigned classes, use research-based curriculum and effective planning, instruction, and assessment, support students with varied learning styles and needs, and contribute to a safe, welcoming, and productive learning environment. The role also involves collaboration with support staff, colleagues, families, and the wider community, along with ongoing reflection and professional learning.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Louisiana teacher certification in the area of teaching assignment.
Belief in and commitment to the mission of Morris Jeff Community School.
Belief in and determination to hold all students to high expectations for learning, working, and behaving.
Knowledge of best practices for teaching, managing, and assessing students from diverse populations.
Ability to work with students with varied learning styles and needs in a heterogeneous classroom while maintaining high expectations and supporting students when they struggle.
Ability to work and collaborate with colleagues, parents, and business and community members.
Ability to reflect on one’s educational practice.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in education or in the teaching/content area.

Responsibilities

Support and model the mission and values of Morris Jeff Community School.
Meet the requirements of working as an educator in an International Baccalaureate (IB) school.
Teach all assigned classes.
Document syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, and other curricular materials.
Work closely with support staff to develop and implement strategies for student success.
Implement accommodations for students with learning differences.
Maintain a neat, orderly, aesthetically pleasing, vibrant, inviting, exciting, and nurturing learning environment.
Maximize time for instruction and learning.
Manage learner behavior to provide productive learning opportunities.
Reinforce school rules and expectations in the classroom and on campus.
Maintain communication and relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
Implement Tier One, research-based curriculum through best practices in planning, instruction, and assessment.
Hold students to high expectations for learning, working, and behavior.
Reflect regularly on teaching practice.
Use pertinent data to guide instruction and assessment.
Participate in professional development at the school, IB, and other levels to continue learning and growing as an educator.
Actively monitor students for their safety and well-being while on duty in any area of the building and campus.
Complete other tasks as deemed necessary by the director or school principal.