Science Teacher - (Grade 7/8) SY25/26

Science Teacher - (Grade 7/8) SY25/26

Edmunds Middle School

The Burlington School District believes a diverse and culturally proficient faculty and staff are pivotal to the creation of a strong learning and working environment that supports student achievement and success. BSD administrators lead inclusive school communities with our vision: "Cultivating caring, creative, and courageous people. - Join the journey.”

The Mission of the Burlington School District is to graduate students who:

• Value different cultures;
• Engage with the community;
• Communicate effectively;
• Think creatively;
• Skillfully solve problems; and
• Achieve at their highest academic, intellectual and personal potential.

Burlington School District is seeking a passionate and energetic Science Teacher for who is committed to high levels of achievement of all students at Edmunds Middle School. This position requires teaming with other Science teachers to plan curriculum as a professional learning community and to support students from diverse backgrounds finding success in middle school. The position may include team teaching of physical science, life science, earth and space sciences and engineering.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Job Requirements:

• • Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License.
  • Endorsement in middle school Science (19C) or eligible for Vermont Provisional License.
  • Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Required Qualifications:

• • Experience teaching at the middle school level.
  • Demonstrated experience in teaching science courses including life science and earth space science.
  • Demonstrated experience in differentiating instruction and planning curriculum aligned with Common Core standards/instruction using “backwards design” and formative assessments.
  • Understanding of Cultural Competency (as explained through Essay 1 on SchoolSpring).
  • Knowledge of best practices regarding frameworks of student behavioral support.

Preferred Attributes:

• • Training and/or experience with English Language Learners.
  • Experience in a professional/teaching learning community; experience in co-teaching/collaborating with other educators.
  • Evidence of student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students meeting core proficiencies
  • Evidence of implementing inclusive practices for students with special needs.
  • Ongoing educational post graduate coursework in education or subject area, including diversity, equity and inclusion.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

These are the physical and mental/reasoning requirements of the position as it is typically performed. The inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental/reasoning requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. For a full Job Description please contact Human Resources.

Include but may not be limited to:

• • Face-to-Face contact
  • Noise Levels
  • Verbal contact with others
  • Judgment/decision making
  • Inside air conditioning and heat

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS/TERMS:

• SALARY: As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association. This is a salaried position paid Bi-Weekly with a lump sum payment for the summer period.
• SCHOOL YEAR: 10 months, 187 workdays (based on start date), 7.75 per day/38.75 per week
• BENEFITS: Benefits eligible on start date. 30 days to enroll in coverage from start day. BSD Benefits!
• PAID TIME: Sick Time / Personal Time As per the Master Agreement.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Burlington School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

The Burlington School District will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.