Middle School Science

Job Title: Middle Science Teacher (6th & 7th)

Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Division/Department: Middle School

Reports To:  Middle School Director

Job Code: 10-month Employee

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade Levels: 6th and 7th initially, with a critical role in developing and teaching 8th grade for the 2027-2028 school year.

Position Description: 

Wesley Prep is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial teacher who possesses a  passion for middle school students and a love of science. The ideal candidate will be highly collaborative, committed to experiential and project-based learning, skilled in designing interactive and engaging lessons for students in middle school and committed to fostering a classroom culture of dignity and respect. The ideal candidate is skilled in designing and adapting instruction to meet the needs of each student, excels at establishing strong relationships with middle school students, and is an effective  communicator with students, peers, and parents. 

This individual will also play a pivotal role in developing and implementing a mission  aligned curriculum and program for the new 7^th and 8^th grades (first 7^th grade to open  Fall 2026, first 8^th grade Fall 2027). The Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for creating a joyful classroom environment that develops the essential  competencies of a middle school science program.

Essential Functions:

• Teaching: Deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate science instruction to 6th, 7th, and eventually 8th grade students across life, physical, and earth and space science.
  • Design learning experiences that integrate hands-on laboratory investigations, phenomena-based learning, and STEM/engineering design challenges.
  • Develop students’ proficiency in core scientific and engineering practices, including modeling, data analysis, evidence-based reasoning, and problem solving.
  • Emphasize cross-cutting scientific concepts such as patterns; cause and effect; systems and system models; and energy and matter to deepen conceptual understanding.
  • Facilitate project-based learning experiences that connect scientific concepts to real-world applications.
  • Design and utilize a variety of developmentally appropriate assessment tools that accurately measure student growth and conceptual mastery.
  • Integrate technology intentionally to enhance instruction and scientific inquiry.
  • Monitor student well-being, participate in Care Team meetings, and utilize classroom management systems that foster belonging, dignity, and social-emotional growth.
• Serve as a Middle School team member, providing support for grade level events and projects;
  • Serve as trip chaperone on grade level hallmark experiences.
  • Serve as a role model and advisor to our Middle School students.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with colleagues to design and implement a comprehensive and mission-aligned curriculum for 6th, 7th and 8th grades.
• Traditions and Rituals: Help create and establish traditions and rituals for the  first cohort of 7th and 8th graders, fostering a sense of community and school spirit.
• Middle School Programming: Assist in designing and implementing middle  school programming, including clubs, extracurricular activities, and special  events.
• Graduation Planning: Contribute to the planning and execution of graduation  ceremonies and related activities for middle school students.
• Model professional and ethical standards when working with students, families,  colleagues, and the community.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in education, Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Previous teaching experience at the middle school level, with a background in life science and integrated physics and chemistry.
• Extensive understanding of the unique needs and challenges and strengths of middle school students. 
• Adept at recognizing and addressing the developmental stages and emotional  dynamics of this age group.
• Able to leverage this knowledge to create a supportive and engaging learning   environment that fosters growth, confidence, and a love for learning.
• Proficiency with technology, including Google Classroom.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents
• Innovative and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Commitment to Wesley Prep’s educational philosophy and pedagogical  approaches.
• Able to maintain safety and appropriate supervision of children in your care.
• Commitment to fulfill duties and responsibilities such as afternoon carpool,  supervision of students during flex times, and volunteering at school events.
• Willing to complete 24 professional development hours each school annually.
  Model professional, ethical, and faith-informed standards when working with students, families, colleagues, and the community.

Abuse Risk Management Standards:

• Adheres to policies related to boundaries with students.
• Attends required abuse risk management training.
• Reports suspicious and inappropriate behaviors.
• Follows mandated abuse reporting requirements.
• Ensures students are properly signed in and signed out, ensures only authorized employees are allowed in the facility, etc.

Working Environment:

• Vibrant office environment.
• Frequent interaction with school staff, faculty, students, and parents.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.
• Generally 40% sitting, 40% walking and 20% standing.
• Minimal temperature variations (heat conditions)
• Generally hazard free environment.

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NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:

Wesley Prep does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.