Job Overview Are you tired of busy work, endless checklists, scripted lessons, and posting mandated learning goals instead of actually teaching ? Do you have a desire to get the students out of their 4 walls to actually experience the learning in the world? Are you the kind of educator who gets excited about measuring shadows to calculate the height of a tree, testing soil from the neighborhood, or turning geometry into a real-world puzzle worth solving? Do you believe middle schoolers are capable of deep thinking, real science, meaningful math, and a lot of laughter along the way? If you have a sense of adventure, love hands-on learning, and want the freedom to go deep instead of wide, build instead of drill, and explore instead of handing out a worksheet , we have an opportunity for you. Modern Schoolhouse is seeking a highly-qualified, community-minded, energetic, and creative educator to teach math and science for grades 7 and 8. This role is ideal for a teacher who values high-level academics, curiosity-driven learning, and real-world application, and who enjoys learning alongside students as much as leading them. What You'll Do Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned lesson plans in: Middle school maths (Pre-Algebra & Algebra) in small groups of 4-12 students 7th and 8th Grade Science Have high academic expectations and requirements for students Design and facilitate frequent hands-on science labs and math workshops that prioritize exploration, experimentation, and problem-solving Plan and lead field studies and field trips (the community is part of the classroom!) Each year there is an overnight field trip where teachers are required to participate. Collaborate closely with our 7th and 8th humanities teacher as well as with community professionals to create authentic learning experiences. Teach in ways that promote critical thinking, scientific inquiry, and mathematical reasoning Communicate regularly with families and support the development of individualized education plans when needed Create a classroom environment that is safe, structured, joyful, and intellectually challenging Prepare and accompany students for the SSEF Regional Science Fair (with help from mentor) Participate in curriculum development and the continuous improvement of instructional materials Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects and school-wide initiatives Mentor students academically and behaviorally while fostering confidence, curiosity, and a love of STEM Bring creativity, flexibility, and a willingness to think outside the box to everything you do Who You Are You believe middle school students are capable of serious thinking and real academic work You enjoy teaching math and science in ways that are hands-on, inquiry-based, and meaningful You value structure and fun — high expectations and strong relationships You're excited by the idea of learning beyond the classroom walls You're collaborative, reflective, and always looking to improve your craft Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education, Science, Mathematics, or a related field Advanced degrees or certifications are a plus Prior experience teaching middle school students, with demonstrated proficiency in math and science instruction Experience with: Curriculum development Instructional design and lesson planning Classroom management Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage students with diverse learning needs Demonstrated ability to mentor students academically and behaviorally while fostering a positive, supportive classroom culture Why Modern Schoolhouse? Because we believe school should be rigorous, joyful, curious, and human — and that great teaching happens when e ducators are supported and trusted to teach well .

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$49,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Do you live in Central Florida?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

lead teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Florida Educator Certification or equivalent (Required)

Work Location:

In person