Position Description

Columbus Academy seeks a full-time Middle School Science Teacher with responsibilities to begin in August 2025.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Teach at least four to five sections of science on all middle school levels, which meet regularly but not daily

• Assume a limited share of supervisory responsibilities expected of all middle school faculty members

• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum design and development

• Provide periodic updates to parents about student progress via both written reports and conferences

• Make use of technological resources, including the school’s online learning management site for classes and integration of iPads and laptops in classroom activities

• Hold students accountable for the school’s standards of behavior

• Work with others in the school community to support each student's emotional well-being

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in science

• Experience teaching laboratory-based science in middle school

• Ability to teach life science, physical science, chemistry, and other science content areas appropriate for middle school level courses

• A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning

• A passion to teach and attend to the specific needs of middle school-aged children

Physical Conditions

Candidates must be able to manage the following conditions:

• Classroom environment

• Mobility around school buildings and on different floors (handicap accessible)

• Repetitive motion (use of a keyboard)

• Periodic need to move light furniture, hang visuals in the classroom, carry objects (no more than 40 pounds), etc.

• A non-smoking campus

Columbus Academy believes strongly in the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We strive to foster a diverse campus community, which recognizes the value of all persons regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background.

Legal requirements: All Columbus Academy employees must pass required criminal records checks. Where appropriate, individuals will also be required to provide proof of academic credentials.