Science Teacher

Cristo Rey Network•San Francisco, CA

1d•$65,000 - $11,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Science teacher will join a highly collaborative, innovative, and experienced STEM division. The ideal candidate should have a demonstrated interest in high school education, enthusiasm for teaching college and career ready skills, and the ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with adolescent girls. The purpose of a Science teacher is to develop student understanding of the natural world through performing experiments, solving problems, and analyzing and presenting information.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in subject area; an advanced degree and/or teaching credentials are preferred
Strong knowledge of the academic, socio-emotional, and life skills necessary for college readiness
Experience working with and a deep appreciation of adolescents
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging work
Ability to use and effectively employ technology to promote efficiency, communication, and organization both in the classroom and workplace
Able to lift up to 20 pounds, climb stairs, and work at desk and computer for extended periods
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Preferred bilingual or multilingual skills

Responsibilities

Teach five sections of grades 9 - 12, designing lessons, projects, and assessments that foster active learning
Plan instruction to meet the needs of a wide range of learners, at various levels of intellectual and social development
Cultivate a positive, challenging, and equitable learning environment that reflects ICA’s mission and allows the diverse student body to grow and thrive
Foster the practice of anti-racist, anti-bias education, multicultural teaching, and culturally responsive pedagogy
Work closely with the Dean of Curriculum & Instruction, the Division Chair, and colleagues to develop engaging and meaningful curricula with vertical and horizontal alignment
Provide academic support for students outside of class time - conduct office hours, answer homework questions, communicate via email, etc.
Coordinate with Deans, Director of Guidance, colleagues and/or parents/guardians as needed to support individual student performance
Productively engage in all faculty meetings, division meetings, and collaborative team meetings
Participate in student life by chaperoning events, attending athletic games/meets, moderating student clubs, and/or serving on school committees
Maintain student safety by supervising study halls and break/lunch periods, provide substitute coverage, and other assignments as needed
Participate in admissions and enrollment events, HR-related training, and other duties as assigned by the Principal to advance the ICA mission and vision
Uphold high standards of lab safety and manage the inventory and organization of lab materials and equipment