Middle School Science Teacher

Entheos Academy is a Service Learning, Expeditionary Learning charter school with 2, K-8 campuses located on the west side of the Salt Lake Valley. This posting is for our MAGNA campus. Our experiential and collaborative approach to education stands out among others due to our unique:

• DISCOVERY PROGRAM
• ADVENTURE PROGRAM
• SERVICE LEARNING FOCUS
• PARTNERSHIPS WITH UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY AND 4H

Become part of our team and experience:

• Being part of a community that holds character education, especially service learning close to heart and integrates it through all aspects of education.
• Freedom to be creative in curriculum and lesson design through the Expeditionary Learning model of education.
• Administrative and financial encouragement and support for innovative hands-on and inquiry based projects.
• Opportunities and full support for taking students off-campus fieldwork.
• Excellent mentoring for new teachers, including our own APPEL program for those who are pursuing an alternative path to licensing.

In addition you can expect:

• Great benefits, including excellent medical and dental insurance, 401K, and free mental health support for employees and family members.
• Opportunities to participate in off-campus, fully funded professional development conferences and institutes.
• Opportunities for additional compensation through teaching evening classes at Entheos with partner organizations.

We are seeking a middle school science teacher to join our Crew.

* Teach 6th, 7th, and 8th grade science classes.
* Teach a daily "Crew" (homeroom class).
* Assume responsibility for implementing the Expeditionary Learning, project-based model while covering state core standards.
* Understand and become fully committed to the Entheos Charter, Mission, and Values.
* Intentionally build a school culture that evidences high expectations for service, excellence, and leadership.
* Model a commitment to on-going professional development by participating fully in off-site conferences, institutes, summits, regional programming, and Expeditionary Learning trainings.
* Motivate, effectively manage, and inspire students.
* Model effective instructional practices.
* Plan and implement science-based Fieldwork and coordinate with other middle school teachers to plan Adventure trips.
* Align the use of time, talents, and material to the school's mission.

Job Qualifications

* A valid Professional 6-12 Educators License with a Middle Level or Integrated Science Endorsement preferred.
* If candidate does not currently have a valid teaching license, the ability and desire to obtain such through the APPEL program (Alternative Pathways to Professional Educator License).
* Willingness to learn new curriculum and ideas.
* Individual who is innovative and resourceful.
* A commitment to high expectations for self, students and staff members.
* A commitment to frequent communication with families and community.
* A ready willingness to examine and alter less successful practices.
* The pursuit of quality, excellence, and craftsmanship.
* Ready and able to work creatively and collaboratively with faculty to plan curriculum and problem solve.
* Spanish language skills are a plus.

Essential Functions

• Regular and Reliable Attendance: Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality to ensure classroom and school activities are uninterrupted.
• Physical Mobility: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, squat, and bend for extended periods as required by teaching and classroom activities.
• Terrain Navigation: Ability to navigate various terrains (e.g., steps, uneven ground, and outdoor paths) while participating in fieldwork, excursions, or other outdoor activities with students.
• Physical Endurance: Ability to walk at least one mile during fieldwork or outdoor activities with students, including the ability to endure varied weather conditions such as heat, cold, wind, rain, or snow.
• Emergency Response Capability: Ability to move quickly, including running if necessary, to respond to student emergencies or urgent situations.
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate (speak, read, write) in English to interact with students, parents, and colleagues, and to perform essential job functions.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: From $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Education:

• Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

• Professional Educator License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $58,000