High School Project-Based Learning Teacher (STEM) and Science Teacher

SALARY RANGE: $54,630 – $114,862 annually based on degree and student contact hours

JOB SUMMARY

Mid-Pacific seeks an experienced, student-centered, and innovative teacher to lead learning in project-based classrooms. Mid-Pacific celebrates and supports a diverse range of pedagogical approaches. Facilitate learning in various project-based settings, fostering motivation and independence in learners while developing both content knowledge and soft skills necessary for success in education and life. Specific teaching assignments will include teaching STEM courses and various high school science courses, depending on experience (e.g., biology, chemistry, etc.). In Mid-Pacific Exploratory, teachers are responsible for covering core concepts from traditional disciplines during one longer, double-scheduled period through a problem/project-based learning approach.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Teach competencies and skills with pedagogical practices that align with the mission and vision of the school.
• Prepare curriculum and lesson plans following Next Generation Science Standards and/or standards set by the International Baccalaureate Organization. Incorporate differentiation and varied strategies to meet the needs of a range of learners.
• Collaborate with other department members in developing and updating the STEM curriculum and assessment practices.
• Prepare and administer formative and summative assessments of students’ deeper learning according to the Mid-Pacific Assessment Guidelines
• Record and post student grades electronically in a timely manner.
• Maintain effective classroom management, liaising with deans and parents as necessary.
• Participate in faculty and departmental meetings and attend professional development workshops and educational conferences.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians as needed.
• Carry out all homeroom / advisory responsibilities.
• Determine budget needs and purchase equipment and materials for courses taught.
• Other duties may be assigned.

In addition to content expertise in STEM, the successful applicant will have experience with:

• Designing authentic, experiential, and interdisciplinary experiences for students including project- and/or challenge-based learning strategies.
• Working with faculty partners to design authentic classroom lessons that make a break from traditional content-based textbook learning.
• Sculpting questions that motivate students to learn independently and in groups.
• Incorporating educational technology into classroom activities that enable authentic skills and behaviors.
• Drawing interdisciplinary connections and marshalling resources that serve questions across disciplines.
• Working with community organizations to leverage student learning and create real-world applications and audiences for student work.
• Planning field trips that take student learning beyond the classroom.
• Planning and hosting presentations of learning to various audiences such as parents, administration, and outside community.
• Designing and facilitating learning experiences in which students demonstrate understanding through the creation of authentic products, projects, performances, or presentations.
• Developing curricular opportunities for students to apply knowledge and skills by creating tangible artifacts that reflect their learning and thinking.
• The teacher will also possess outstanding interpersonal communication skills, team-orientation, and adaptive teaching and collaboration skills.
• Participate in ongoing school-wide efforts to grow teaching practices.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work.
• Ability to manage a budget and work effectively with outside vendors or community partners is also highly valued.

SCHOOL SAFETY

• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Report any injury, hazard or illness immediately to their Supervisor and Human Resources.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.
• Mandatory reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement or child protective services, and Human Resources. Sexual abuse includes child molestation, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with a minor, and serial sexual misconduct, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with more than one victim; and committed by or alleged to have been committed by any perpetrator who is not a student of an included entity.

TEACHER PROFILE

• Fostering Effective Relationships: The Teacher builds positive working relationships with the classroom, school, and local community.
• Establishing an Inclusive Learning Environment: The Teacher creates a safe, caring environment that is inclusive of and engaging for all learners.
• Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge: The Teacher shows an understanding of content knowledge and an appreciation for ongoing learning in the discipline.
• Validating a Professional Pedagogy: The Teacher ensures that every student is provided quality and optimum learning experiences.
• Inspiring Instructional Leadership: The Teacher models practices that support evidence-informed teaching and learning, and motivates and inspires others to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in core disciplinary areas of Science (Chemistry/Biology), Technology, and/or Engineering. At least two years of teaching experience at the secondary level is preferred. IB Experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our campus consists of multiple buildings on 44 hilly acres that requires frequent walking including uphill and stairs. The employee on a daily basis is required to frequently, unless otherwise noted walk to and from classrooms or buildings within five minutes, lift and carry approximately 10-15 pounds (student journals, papers, books, etc.); arrange student desks, furniture in classroom as needed; stand and sit throughout the day for instruction and supervision of students; walk: class to chapel (once a week), walk around the classroom, from classroom to: copier room (frequently), library (occasionally), fields for fire drills (occasionally), to supervise students (daily); occasional bending; frequent reaching when writing on board, while at desk, for phone, to receive student work (this occurs throughout the day). Some climbing of stairs (daily); walking up a slight hill (daily).

MENTAL DEMANDS

On a daily basis employees must frequently problem solve, make decisions, supervise students/classroom management, interpret data, grade, organize, write, plan, and clearly communicate.

EQUIPMENT USE

Computer, projector - frequently

Telephone, copier - occasionally

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor – frequently

Outdoor, loud noise, cold temperatures, hot temperatures - occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.