7th Grade Science Teacher

The 7th grade Science teacher, in collaboration with the grade level team and the Math & Science Instructional Coach, will create a challenging, hands-on, inquiry based instructional environment. Endeavor’s candidate will provide hands-on, experiential learning opportunities that foster critical thinking, literacy and investigative skills. We are looking for educators who are passionate about middle school science and who are able to inspire that passion in students. Curriculum Planning and Implementation Follow the NC Standard Course of Study 7th Grade Science Teach four 65 minute blocks of 7th grade science utilizing differentiated, hands-on activities, labs, inquiry, and literacy strategies to foster deeper thinking Create a literacy-rich environment through the use of informal and formal labs, lab write ups, science sources, charts and graphs to promote critical thinking and analytical skills Teach students with an investigative approach that helps students view science using a variety models, simulations, and projects that help them view science from multiple perspectives Establish a safe classroom that promotes inquiry and discourse Develop effective lesson plans and instructional materials Lead morning office hours Classroom Management Establish classroom processes and procedures which teach independence, responsibility, and respect and maintaining a classroom environment which promotes these traits on a daily basis Foster an environment for all students to communicate and collaborate with one another Nurture a familial environment which aligns with Endeavor’s mission and values Student Assessment Use both formative and summative assessment strategies to evaluate students’ academic growth, including North Carolina’s EOG’s Student assessments should include the use of labs, simulations, science sources, formal writing, and the analysis of charts, graphs, Differentiated Instruction Utilize data driven instruction to differentiate learning for all learners Create lesson plans and materials Embed a wealth of resources to make learning relevant and meaningful Parent and Community Engagement Communicate frequently and effectively with parents Guide weekly morning meeting group focused on character and citizenship Professional Development and Collaboration Collaborate with the Instructional Coach and Middle School Director Collaborate with Exceptional Children’s Case Manager and Interventionists as needed to adapt instruction and meet student needs Collaborate with the grade level and subject area teams to vertically align instruction and skills Stay abreast of new trends and strategies emerging in the field