The Nightingale-Bamford School seeks an experienced and innovative teacher to join our Science Department to teach in the middle school on a full-time basis for the academic year 2024-2025
This position will focus on teaching middle school science, particularly to grades V-VIII. This individual will collaborate with departmental colleagues to support the K-XII spiraling science program and work on curriculum development as needed. In addition, attending faculty meetings and supporting the larger school community in various ways is required.
Nightingale-Bamford strives to be a diverse community prioritizing equity and inclusivity in our curriculum, hiring practices, and K-12 programming. We actively encourage applications from candidates with broad and varied backgrounds and identities. We actively encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, and beliefs.
This role reports directly to the head of the science department and the heads of the lower and upper middle schools and is a full-time, exempt position that starts on August 21, 2024.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in education or science
• At least three years or more of middle school teaching experience
• Understanding or growing knowledge of competency-based teaching and learning
• Excellent classroom management skills

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• A shared understanding of the mission of the School and a demonstrated commitment to the core principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• A passion for developing a deep conceptual understanding of science concepts, as well as student application of concepts learned
• Demonstrated cultural competence and an ability to understand, appreciate, and work with constituents across varied backgrounds and cultures
• Excellent attention to detail, professional attitude, good judgment, a high level of integrity, and a strong work ethic
• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information.
• Flexibility and initiative combined with the skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve institutional goals
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to work collaboratively with all levels of constituents
• Excellent time-management skills.
• A sense of humor and an appreciation of this trait in others

SALARY RANGE:
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 - $110,000. Nightingale considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
How To ApplyInterested candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter and resume online at .
About The Nightingale-bamford SchoolFounded by two bold, visionary educators in 1920, The Nightingale-Bamford School’s mission is to inspire girls to go beyond barriers. Tied to this mission is a broader vision of students who are joyful learners who have the intellectual depth and courage to be critical thinkers, compassionate citizens, and agents of their own lives. Nightingale educates girls’ minds and hearts and, in so doing, infuses their lives with meaningful relationships, teaching them to value difference as a means of growth and empowering them to question the status quo with confidence, empathy, resilience, and reason. Nightingale’s commitment to social justice and anti-racism requires that all community members engage actively and thoughtfully in work around diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the School to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, predisposing genetic characteristics, actual or perceived domestic violence victim status, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The School’s employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity. This commitment to equal opportunity applies to and is reflected in all School activities, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, staffing, training, promotions, compensation practices, employee benefits, social programs, discipline, and termination of employment. The School maintains zero tolerance for violations of this policy and expects all employees to abide by and support this policy without reservation.
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