Upper School Science Teacher
About The Position
Cincinnati Country Day School is seeking applicants for a full-time science position to begin August 2026. Candidates should have experience teaching chemistry and a willingness/ability to teach in another discipline, such as environmental science or physics. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, student-centered educator whose passion and expertise as a lifelong learner is modeled as a way to inspire and engage students. The CCDS science curriculum is focused on helping students to: Develop skills in observation, interpretation, reasoning, synthesis, generalizing, predicting, and questioning as a way to learn new knowledge, while critically evaluating the validity of results and sources of error; Collaboratively construct and defend logically coherent explanations of phenomena that incorporate a current understanding of science consistent with the available evidence; Develop scientific problem-solving skills, including organization of available information, identification and application of pertinent principles, quantitative solutions, and interpreting results in the context of current issues and discussions around those issues; Use developing science and technology skills in constructive community engagement that addresses the potential impact on local and global issues, including equality, accessibility, and environmental sustainability. A regular laboratory period is part of each course, providing students with direct, hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and associated technology. All students are required to take biology and two additional science courses, including a physical science and an advanced science. Currently, the department offers a number of AP courses and electives, and it is common for students to take four years of science, with some students opting to enroll in two science courses in their junior and/or senior years.
Requirements
- BS in chemistry or related field
- Enthusiasm for teaching
- Experience with high school age students
- A willingness to explore new methodologies and technologies for instruction, including experiential learning
- Computer literacy and proficiency
- Experience with technology in the classroom
- Ability to effectively utilize a learning management system
Nice To Haves
- Advanced degree preferred
Responsibilities
- Teaching three sections of science, including two sections of chemistry and a third section based on enrollment and the teaching needs of the department
- Providing academic support for students outside of class time during office hours
- Collaborating and participating actively in the work of the science department on best practices in curriculum development, pedagogy, and assessment
- Actively participating in the life of the school community
- Commits to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of innovative, research-informed teaching practices
- Contribute as an engaged, collaborative community member both within and across departments
- Serve as an advisor to approximately 10 students
- Serve on ad hoc committees, as needed
- Participate in community events including but not limited to several evening or weekend events
- Carry out other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
