Middle School Science Teacher

Position Purpose:

Teach 2 sections of 8th-grade science (focus: physics and chemistry) to Middle School students and be the building sub for Middle School. The person will be expected to sub a minimum of four classes per week, in any areas of the Middle School where needed. A qualified candidate will follow lesson plans, working with co-teachers, in line with curriculum objectives and SCH science curriculum maps. This position starts August 28, 2026

Essential Functions:

• Teaches 2 MS science sections using daily lesson plans, curricular materials, and assessments provided by the 8th-grade Science team.


• Demonstrates, models, and designs learning experiences that foster 21st-century STEM learning skills in students.


• Demonstrates, models, and designs learning experiences that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.


• Integrates technology as a component of student learning experiences.


• Prepares, administers, corrects, and records assessment results in a regular and timely manner.


• Provides timely and regular feedback on students' progress toward skill mastery.


• Teaches rules of conduct and creates a warm and welcoming learning environment.


• Maintains order and enforces school policies in the classroom and throughout common areas of the campus.


• Discusses students' academic and behavioral progress with parents/guardians as needed.


• Keeps daily attendance and records of students' progress.


• Attends work and arrives/departs work at the appropriate times as determined by the immediate supervisor.


• Attends grade-level team meetings to discuss students' progress.


• Completes additional responsibilities as needed and assigned by the Department Chair and Division Head.

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.


• Strong background in Physical Sciences.


• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.


• Knowledge of applicable safety procedures.


• Ability to provide a supportive, caring, and positive environment for students and to maintain classroom discipline.


• Strong knowledge of personal computer skills with experience in the use of web-based applications, including course management programs, Google Drive applications, and email.


• Comfortable with a team-based work structure; ability to demonstrate flexibility on the job.


• Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious, and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility.


• Demonstrated deep understanding of cultural competency skills and enthusiasm for issues of diversity, equity and inclusion.


• At a minimum, a bachelor's degree in a science or education field.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Be able to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.


• Able to move around school environments.


• Regularly use close and distance vision.

Application Procedures

To be considered, candidates must upload a cover letter, resume, and information for three professional references through our online platform.

Springside Chestnut Hill Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The School is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application process and in employment as required by law.