Integrated Sciences Teacher: Middle and High School

Middle and Upper School Biology and Integrated Sciences (Full-Time or Part-Time)

2024-2025 School YearThe Discovery Prep School is searching for an experienced, engaging middle and high school integrated sciences/ life-sciences teacher.A successful teacher at Discovery Prep is flexible and organized; willing to place students’ needs and interests at the center of all decisions; interested in building programs; willing to take risks; desires to be a part of a team--leading at times, following at others; simply loves the role a wise mentor takes in the life of a teenager; and understands that content does not trump relationships.The ideal candidate will have experiences that support his/her love of working with teenagers in a progressive environment. Further and quite obvious, candidates need to have prior teaching experience and advanced degrees in these subject areas. Lastly, we are seeking a faculty member who is eager to participate in all aspects of working in a small, community school including advising clubs, chaperoning school travel, and coaching.If you feel you are a great fit for Discovery, please send a resume along with a concise cover letter explaining how your interests, experiences, and skills will augment our program and benefit our students. We would also love to hear about your interests outside of teaching, and if you have any travel experiences, these too are extremely important. Prior to applying, we recommend that candidates dedicate time to getting to know our school by spending time on our social media pages and our website, www.discoveryprepschool.com.Responsibilities:Be a dynamic educator with vision and patienceSubscribe to the school's core values, mission and philosophy and seek passionately to promote them.Lead the team’s efforts to do exciting, project-based work.Teach assigned classes.Design assessments that make learning visible, document student growth.Create a warm, caring, joyful learning community.Participate in reflection and coaching activities.Plan and participate in local and extended expeditions.Qualifications:B.A. degree required, advanced degree preferredExperience working with students in a K-12 environment.Work collaboratively with other teachers.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Craft lessons to meet their academic needs.Possess an ability to integrate theory with practice in designing and implementing appropriate learning strategies for each student.Love collaboration, iteration, and innovation.Are ready to roll up your sleeves and join a team that will do whatever it takes to support students as they learn, grow, and thrive.