What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher - Life Science position at THE JOHN COOPER SCHOOL?
Job Description
Job Description
The John Cooper School is currently seeking an Upper School Science Teacher in Life Sciences.
The John Cooper School, located in The Woodlands, TX, on a beautiful 40-acre campus with a total enrollment of 1,300 students, is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school serving students in Prekindergarten through Grade 12. The Upper School (Grades 9-12) is a dynamic, caring, and collegial environment that fosters curiosity and joy in our learners.
Our Mission :
The John Cooper School’s mission is to provide a challenging education in a caring environment to a diverse group of select students, enabling them to become critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, responsible citizens and leaders, and lifelong learners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
- Teach life science courses (4 or 5 sections) in the US Science Department. Life science at Cooper includes courses in biology, environmental science, and a variety of electives such as anatomy, biotechnology, and epidemiology. Specific courses assigned will be a function of departmental need and candidate’s expertise.
- Advisor to a small group of Upper School students.
Requirements and Necessary Skills :
Application Materials Requested :
Resume
Cover Letter
Philosophy of Education
List of three References – two professional and one personal (we will not contact references without candidate permission)