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Position: Upper School Science Teacher
Reports to: Division Head
Role and Purpose:
The Upper School Science Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction in science, including but not limited to Environmental Science, Forensic Science, and Anatomy and Physiology. The teacher will engage students in developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills and foster a love for science. The role involves designing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and creating a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the school’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required
- Implement relevant and authentic pedagogical strategies, while being mindful of diverse learning styles. Appropriately incorporate technology to enhance student learning
- Keep abreast of current educational research, trends, and best practices to facilitate and guide goal setting, reflection, and professional development
- Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan instructional activities
- Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits
- Provide formative and summative assessments, offering clear and personalized feedback to support student progress
- Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and is appropriate for the physical, social and emotional development of students
- Manage student behavior in accordance with student handbook
- Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, administration, and teachers
- Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members
- Engage actively with the Oakridge community by participating in events, providing support to students, and promoting the school positively in all communications
- Other duties as assigned by the Division Head
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Three years of successful teaching experience in a Upper School setting
- Must pass a criminal background check and have positive verification of references
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Science or a related field, preferred, with a strong understanding of science curriculum and pedagogy
- The ability to teach a wide range of Upper School science offerings. These offerings may include Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Anatomy and Physiology, or other Science courses, at on-level, honors, and/or AP levels.
Other Job Functions:
- Attend all required meetings and perform assigned duties
- Take all reasonably necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
- Serve on committees as assigned
Physical Demands and Environment Factors:
- Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, and pushing
- Maintain emotional control under stress
- Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks and other classroom equipment
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills required and duties that may be assigned.
School Mission:
The Oakridge School’s mission is to inspire students to seek their full potential in academics, the arts, and athletics in a challenging and nurturing environment that cultivates social responsibility, mutual respect, and personal integrity.
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