Science Teacher

Science Teacher Washington, DC Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Qualifications Teacher collaboration Writing skills Full Job Description MissionArchbishop Carroll High School is a Catholic, college preparatory, co-educational school in the heart of Washington, DC. We welcome young people and empower them in a diverse, academically rigorous, and supportive learning environment. Our community works daily to think critically, creatively, and morally so that we can serve God with purpose.

Job Title:

Science Teacher - Grades 9-12

Department:

AcademicsReports to:

Principal, Director of Curriculum and Instruction Job Summary:

The candidate must have strong subject-matter knowledge; effective written and verbal communication skills, excellent time management, organization, and multi-tasking skills, and can prepare, plan, create, and execute informative and engaging lesson plans for their subjects. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to differentiate classroom instruction to accommodate various classroom learners

Science Sequence of Courses:

9th

Grade:

Biology10th

Grade:

Chemistry11th

Grade:

Environmental Science12th

Grade:

Physics and Anatomy & PhysiologyLifetime FitnessHealthPrimary Roles and Responsibilities:

Plan and implement rigorous and engaging lesson plans in alignment with Pre-AP, and AP StandardsTeach a full-time courseload, lead seminar groups, and participate in supervisory duties. Use data effectively to encourage and assess student growth and inform instruction Create a classroom culture built on respect, growth, and love of learning.

Use engaging strategies and cooperative learning techniques. Communicate effectively with parents and families in order to best ensure student successSupport the Catholic Identity of the schoolParticipate in the life of the school including spirit, student activities, and Christian serviceBe an active member of the Carroll adult learning community, including attending all faculty meetingsOther duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Has teaching experience, preferably in an urban, high school setting.

Is certified to teach in MD, DC, or VA or is willing to gain certification within three yearsDemonstrates strong writing and communication skills, a capacity for organization and follow-through, collaboration, and flexibility.

Has a growth mindset and a commitment to meeting the needs of every student in a diverse population.

Is committed to his/her own learning and professional development.

Bachelors degree in content areas they wish to teach, with a commitment to social justice and working with high school studentsTeaching experience and teacher certification are preferred, but teachers must be certified 3 years from the hire date.

Other Requirements:

The ideal candidate must know the Catholic faith, beliefs, and practices along with a thorough understanding of and commitment to the educational mission of the Archdiocese of Washington, and the vision of Archbishop Carroll High School.

The candidate must possess a positive attitude; good communication skills, a collaborative leadership style; and sensitivity to working in a diverse, multicultural environment.

Supervision Received:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The applicant will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or appropriate administrator. Archbishop Carroll High School reserves the right to update, revise, or change this job description and related duties at any time.