What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Science Teacher position at LATIN SCHOOL OF CHICAGO?
Job Details
Description
Latin School of Chicago is looking for a full-time middle school science teacher to teach sixth grade for the 2025-2026 school year (one year only). This position includes our generous benefits package.
Latin School of Chicago provides its students with a rigorous and innovative educational program in a community that embraces diversity of people, cultures and ideas. Latin inspires its students to pursue their passions and lead lives of purpose and excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring lower school educator who has a passion for exploring teaching and supporting students in an outstanding academic environment.
Responsibilities:
- Teach 6th grade science emphasizing life science, including cells, animal behavior and adaptations, introductory genetics, ecology and environmental science.
- Supervise students in non-classroom activities as assigned including supervisions, such as lunch, study hall, and recess duty.
- Attend required department, faculty, and school meetings.
- Communicate effectively as a team member with fellow faculty in the grade level, department, and middle school as a whole.
- Cultivate an inclusive and supportive climate for all students, particularly students from underrepresented backgrounds.
- Uses educational technology as a vital part of teaching.
- Engage in professional development that is appropriate for the role and aligned with school and department goals and philosophies.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree in science or related field and 3-5 years teaching experience is required. A master’s degree in education or a related field is preferred.
- Place a high value on diversity and foster an appreciation for differences in our community.
- Well versed in utilizing educational technology, contributing to interdisciplinary projects, and experience with project- based learning is desired.
- Understands the needs of children and supports the social/emotional growth of all students.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to stand for long periods at a time
- Able to speak clearly so listeners can understand
- Able to see details of people and objects more than a few feet away
Compensation:
- Salary is based on education level and years of experience as outlined in our Faculty Scale.
Latin School embraces diversity of people, cultures, and ideas and is an equal opportunity employer
Salary : $64,622 - $114,976
