What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Math/Science Teacher position at The Colorado Springs School?
Roles and Responsibilities:
CSS is seeking an innovative and creative educator with a broad skill set in math. A successful candidate must teach five sections of math and science, serve as a middle school advisor, and participate in all Experiential Education Seminars. This position reports directly to the Lower and Middle School Director and/or Assistant Division Director and will have a variety of responsibilities related to delivering the school program.
The position’s preferred qualifications:
- Bachelor's or advanced degree (preferred) in the field of math
- Experience teaching courses from 6th through 9th grades
- Innovative mindset with strong skills in communication, collaboration, project-based learning, and technology
- Experience in teaching English Language Learners (ELL), particularly international students
The Middle/Upper School Math Teacher will:
- Teach up to five sections of upper level middle school math, which could include Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, and Geometry and 8th grade science
- Serve as an advisor for a group of 8-10 students, providing guidance in academic, extracurricular, social, and personal areas and serving as the school’s key liaison to parents for this group of students
- Support a differentiated and globally integrated curriculum that includes student engagement through project-based learning, hands-on activities, experimentation and iteration, and other active approaches to learning.
- Serve as an instructor in our signature experiential learning opportunities both on campus and away throughout the year, which sometimes require travel
- Attend all faculty meetings, department meetings, and other meetings as required
- Be able to collaborate effectively and facilitate the development of a positive class culture that supports learning and personal growth
- Complete grades/comments, advisor letters, and other forms of academic communication in a timely, professional manner
- Appreciate and support varying learning abilities through robust lesson planning and rigorous assessment
- Provide regular and valuable student feedback and maintain assessment records
- Promote the development of character, community, and curiosity in all dealings with students, including enforcing school rules
- Know the developmental and academic abilities of one’s students and communicate with students and families regularly
- Adhere to the standards described in the Employee Handbook
- Perform various student supervisory duties
- Be involved in the school community at large and participate in and contribute to a Community of Belonging in formal or informal ways
SALARY RANGE: $39,000 - $52,000 annually based on skills and experience. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and references to hr@css.org.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $39,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $39,000 - $52,000
