Science Teacher
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Science Teacher
Merion Mercy Academy an independent Catholic college preparatory school for girls grades 912 outside Philadelphia Pennsylvania seeks a dynamic and studentcentered educator versed in current trends research and emerging ideas in education to serve as a fulltime science teacher beginning in August 2025.
The ideal candidate will inspire students to learn science and work collaboratively with colleagues in various curricular areas. He or she will embrace the schools Mercy mission to promote a studentcentered holistic education that encourages academic and personal excellence. He or she will be enthusiastic about teaching girls have a familiarity with instructional technology and enjoy working within a team setting of shared ideas and constructive feedback in a collaborative manner. The candidate will demonstrate skills in crosscultural teaching and leadership practices and be dedicated to working in a diverse community. He or she will contribute to and be committed to diversity and multicultural educational practices.
Candidates must be able to teach Biology Chemistry and related sciences. He or she should be passionate about teaching science and be able to relate concepts and principles to students everyday lives. He or she must be a team player with initiative good judgment and problemsolving skills. Personal characteristics necessary for the position include positivity and enthusiasm for all aspects of school life; warmth and a good sense of humor; patience and persistence; and excellent communication skills.
Reporting directly to the Assistant Head of School for Academics the Science teacher:
- Creates and delivers engaging Science curricula in a secondary school context;
- Exhibits willingness and ability to teach a variety of Science courses including Biology Chemistry and related sciences;
- Reflects the schools mission and core values as a Catholic school founded by the Sisters of Mercy;
- Establishes a culture of positive communication with students colleagues and parents;
- Demonstrates a collaborative mindset that seeks out opportunities to work as a part of a highfunctioning team;
- Commits to remaining current in educational research and pedagogy;
- Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs;
- Develop varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress;
- Practices a positive approach to classroom management;
- Maintains current and accurate records;
- Collaborates well with colleagues on pedagogical approaches curricular alignment and instructional strategies;
- Encourages collaborative teamwork in the classroom teaching students to communicate effectively and thoughtfully;
- Invests in the life of the school by participating in the advisory program department and faculty meetings moderating a club and any and all aspects that support the student experience;
- Creates daily lessons and learning activities for students based on standards in Science education and research;
- Participates actively in the schools professional learning community as appropriate to deepen the understanding of curriculum content and competencies.
Qualifications include:
- A bachelors degree in Science or a related subject masters degree preferred.
- 5 years of teaching.
- Demonstrated knowledge of subject content curriculum and methodology of effective teaching.
- Skilled in the use of computer technology to enhance learning.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with students peers administrators and parents.
- Independent school/girls school experience preferred.
Founded in 1884 by the Sisters of Mercy and located on a beautiful 12acre campus on Philadelphias Main Line Merion Mercy currently enrolls close to 400 students from diverse geographic areas and socioeconomic groups. Merion Mercys academic program consistently challenges each student to prepare for college and a lifetime of service thus developing competent and compassionate women for the future. Merion Mercys faculty and staff are committed to providing a holistic education that not only stresses academic and personal excellence but also encourages all students to Live Mercy and Seek Justice an educational philosophy that builds a true sense of sisterhood that extends beyond the classroom.
Merion Mercy Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race gender sexual orientation or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring practices.
Interested candidates should send a resume cover letter and statement of educational philosophy along with contact information for three professional references to Anne Gregg Executive Assistant to the Head of School at .
More information about working at Merion Mercy Academy can be found at: www.merionmercy/careers.
Employment Type
Full Time
