What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary Science Teacher position at Mount Mercy Academy?
Open Position: Secondary Science Teacher
Mount Mercy Academy is seeking an energetic and dedicated Science Teacher for grades 9-12. Our ideal candidate is passionate about science, committed to community, and interested in exploring with students in and out of the classroom.
Interested candidates should have experience teaching Secondary Science courses. Must have enthusiasm for a project-based teaching model of integrated science subjects; a passion for both mental and physical work; willingness to take training in Mercy pedagogy; and a passion for working with adolescents.
Essential duties/responsibilities:
- Teach Integrated Sciences and possible elective(s).
- Design and implementation of appropriate, authentic assessments and support of individual students.
- Collaboration with other members of the faculty, administration and staff on experiential, interdisciplinary and community-based opportunities that add to the school community.
- Support of school-wide initiatives through committee work, where appropriate.
- Actively participates and/or supervises activities outside of the classroom.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in science-related field.
- Willingness to become certified and invest time into professional development toward Mercy education is expected.
- Experience with computer science, standard laboratory techniques and technology, and safety expertise is required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Teaching project-based curriculum and integrated subjects.
- A thorough understanding of best practices in teaching and commitment to teaching the whole child.
- Support the school’s social, environmental, and entrepreneurial learning opportunities.
- Ability and flexibility to use Technology including, online meeting and conferencing applications, and operating audio/visual equipment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,000.00 - $61,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Grade school specialties:
- 10th grade
- 11th grade
- 12th grade
- 9th grade
- High school
Physical setting:
- Private school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person