LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

Job Description

Job Description

LONG-TERM SUBSTITUTE MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

Pace Academy is an independent college preparatory school in Atlanta, GA, with an enrollment of 1,150 students in Pre-First through 12th grade. The school provides a learning environment that cultivates global citizenship, a spirit of service, respect for differences and strong character in its students. Our commitment to a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture is reflected in a community in which differences are embraced, and students, parents, faculty and staff have a sense of belonging.

Pace Academy seeks a Long-Term Substitute Middle School Science Teacher. This substitute position will teach Seventh-Grade Life Science. With 273 students in the sixth through eighth grades, the Pace Academy Middle School is a vibrant learning environment that provides an innovative academic program within a nurturing community. Our expert teachers create meaningful learning opportunities for students through lessons that emphasize academic excellence, critical thinking, empathy and integrity.

The ideal candidate has been successful in a collaborative setting, exhibits good judgment and possesses excellent communication skills. Enthusiasm for teaching, especially young students, is a critical quality. Candidates should possess a wealth of patience, humor, energy and creativity and should work well within a team of teachers.

At Pace, we hire culturally competent and responsive candidates who believe in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school and can effectively incorporate those principles in their teaching. Pace actively seeks candidates from historically underrepresented populations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Prepares course objectives and outlines for courses of study in conjunction with other Middle School faculty, following curriculum guidelines and state and school requirements

Participates in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences and teacher training workshops

Effectively incorporates principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in teaching and classroom culture

Attends training, professional development and education in antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion

Communicates effectively with parents in a timely manner

Leads parent-teacher conferences

Attends parent gatherings and assists with school-sponsored trips

Participates in the co-curricular activities of the school community (such as coaching, sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, etc.)

Other duties may be assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree and / or Science degree strongly preferred.

2-5 years of teaching experience required. Middle School experience preferred

Strong sense of humor, flexibility and desire to work with Middle School students is required

Must be available for after-school student help

Attendance at evening and weekend functions is occasionally required

Belief in the critical importance of diversity, equity and inclusion in the life of a school so as to foster a sense of belonging

Proficient use of technology is necessary

Must be able to work on campus, for in-person learning

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Classroom environment that may regularly require the employee to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop or kneel

Ability to sit at a computer desk for an extended period

Ability to operate a computer, smart board and / or projector

Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 30-50 lbs with assistance

Department : Middle School

Reports To : Head of Middle School

FLSA Status : Exempt, Temporary Position

Pace offers a complete benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurances, a 403(b) plan with a generous match, paid term life and disability insurances, supplemental insurance plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.

Learn more about the Pace Academy Middle School at :

www.paceacademy.org / academics / middle -school

Learn more about our Action Plan for Racial Equity at :

www.paceacademy.org / about / diversity -inclusion / action-plan-for-racial-equity

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer