Middle School Science Educator Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Middle School Science Educator The Cooper School Charleston, SC 29407 , a progressive independent K-8 that is ranked one of the top elementary schools in the US, is seeking the Middle School Science teacher in Charleston starting in August 2025. At TCS, we are a group of highly motivated and enthusiastic educators who believe that how children learn is just as important as what they learn. We engage students in inquiry- and project-based lessons with ample opportunities for teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and reflection. Our classrooms are filled with curiosity, joy, celebration, grit, and creativity — all which create a contagious love of learning and highly intrinsically motivated students (Take a look at Cooper life .) We believe that it is important for students to communicate ideas and transfer their learning to a wide range of contexts clearly and effectively. We also believe that students should develop not only their logical, critical, and creative thinking skills, but also their confidence, perseverance, and independence. Our ideal candidate will be prepared to engage students to learn to think like scientists and demonstrate the fundamentals of inquiry, research, and study skills. Qualified candidates will be able to teach all aspects of middle school science curricula including biology, chemistry, physics, and life science, and in accordance with National Science Standards. Candidates should have experience teaching through inquiry, constructivism, choice, and collaborative learning, and be able to demonstrate flexibility, creativity, enthusiasm, professionalism, and an understanding of the unique needs of Middle School students. The Cooper School sets high expectations for students and teachers and continuously supports their growth along each step of the way. We invite you to apply for this extraordinary opportunity in which you will receive both support and autonomy in building and shaping the Science lessons, scope, and overall middle school program at The Cooper School. You will be welcomed into a tight-knit community of driven colleagues, joyful students, and supportive parents. Salary will be commensurate with relevant experience.

Qualifications:

An education degree and a minimum of two years relevant teaching experience First-rate communication and organizational skills A deep commitment to professional growth, teamwork and community, and the ethos of independent schools and progressive teaching and learning An steadfast commitment to fostering the relationships — with students, parents, colleagues, and the broader community — necessary to transform the lives of the young people in our care The Cooper School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The school provides equal employment opportunity to all employees, and job applicants without regard to an individual’s race, sex, sexual orientation, color, national origin, age, religion, veteran status, marital status, disability, genetic information, military service, or other factors prohibited by federal law.

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

From $50,000.00 per year

Physical Setting:

Private school

School Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Charleston, SC 29407 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Charleston, SC 29407: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person