Middle School Science Teacher

Position Summary Science Teachers at NEIA inspire instruct and develop middle and upper school students passions and curiosities and help them think deeply about the world through various lenses of experimentation observation and research. The Middle School Science Teacher guides students to analyze and apply information acquired through field study handson projects a variety of media and with experts in the field. The Middle School Science progression follows major science disciplines as outlined in the Next Generation Science Standards covering Earth and Space Science Life Science and Physical Science. Students learn both qualitative and quantitative lab sciences in preparation for Upper School Science. The Grade 9 and 10 science curriculum is organized around topics. These topics come from realworld issues that our students will have to grapple with in the years to come through integration with Biology Chemistry and Physics. This integrated approach to learning pushes our students to make unique connections with the content in ways that traditional classrooms cannot provide. Our elective courses in grades 11 and 12 are specifically designed to empower students with choice allowing them to explore their interests deeply. These semesterbased electives are continually updated to align with our teachers passions the wealth of local industry resources higher education partnerships and relevant current events. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Embody NEIAs principles of empathy equity personalization authentic work and collaborationin all work activities and actions. Develop engaging educational and exciting integrated and experiential curriculum and lessonplans tailored to students interests and needs. Implement classroom management strategies to maintain focus and productivity among students. Adapt teaching methods and instructional techniques to accommodate students diverse needsand learning styles aligning with individual learning plans where applicable. Regularly assess student progress through NEIAs competency system providing timely andconstructive feedback and informing students about their performance. Build positive relationships with students fostering their academic growth and development. Collaborate with other teachers administrators and school counselors to enhance studentlearning experience. Identify students facing learning or emotional challenges or home situations and work with theStudent Support Team to provide necessary resources and support. Stay informed about and actively utilize individual learning plans in teaching and studentinteractions. Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding students performance andneeds. Incorporate goals competencies and objectives into lesson plans that directly apply tostudents lives. Strive to achieve school and coursewide performance goals for every student in class. Engage in ongoing professional learning per the schools professional growth framework. Support the initiatives and strategic goals set forth by the School Leadership. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned and required by the position andthe Staff ExpectationsTeaching staff are employed on a 12month exempt basis featuring a distinct vacation and paid time off (PTO) structure compared to nonteaching staff. Their vacation days align with school vacation periods subject to a few key conditions: Preparation for Class Resumption: Teachers must be prepared to resume teaching immediatelyafter school vacation. Responsiveness to Work Communications: Teachers are expected to respond to workrelatedcommunications within a reasonable timeframe when school is in session ideally within2448 hours. Summer Vacation Responsibilities: Teachers are expected to prepare for the upcomingacademic year during the summer break. This preparation includes tasks such as updatingcourse outlines organizing classes on Google Classroom and planning lessons. As the schooland academic programs grow teachers are expected to develop new curricula overseen by theDirector of Curriculum & Professional the academic year teaching staff are entitled to five 5 days of PTO which can be used for sick or personal days. During the roughly 32 weeks of the school year teaching staff should expect to work up to 55 hours per week.1. Core Responsibilities: Teach four classes or the equivalent per semester. Serve as an Advocate (advisor) for a group of students and implement programming asrequired. Adhere to standard work hours: 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (MonThurs) and 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.(Fri). Be available for WIN Block (MonThurs) barring other NEIA commitments. Follow Teaching Best Practices and manage platforms like Google Classroom and Otus. Document yearlong curriculum. Take daily class attendance. Comply with individual learning accommodations for students. Write reports thrice yearly and conduct advocate calls and parent/guardian conferences. Engage in ongoing professional learning as per NEIAs framework. Attend allschool and division meetings weekly teacher meetings subjectarea meetings andUS and MS meetings. Serve on ad hoc or standing committees as needed.2. Extracurricular Involvement: Lead or assist in two seasons of After School Activities (ASAs) and one Club annually. Chaperone student events assist with athletic events supervise recess and othernonstructured times and support ResLife weekend activities. Approximate expectation: 2 shiftsper semester.3. Event Participation: Participate in Opening Meetings Offsite Orientation Trips Family Weekend MonthlyProfessional Days PIN Points Dive into NEIA Accepted Student Days Admission Open HouseEvents Graduation Learning Exposition and EndofSchool Meetings and other events asneeded.4. Educational Approach: Embody NEIAs principles of empathy equity personalization authentic work and collaboration. Develop and implement engaging curriculum and lesson plans tailored to students interestsand needs. Use varied and innovative teaching methods and instructional techniques to cater to diverselearning styles. Assess student progress provide constructive feedback and build positive studentrelationships. Collaborate with colleagues and counselors to enhance student learning experiences. Identify and support students facing challenges liaising with the Student Support Team asneeded. Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians about student performance andneeds.5. Residential Life Responsibilities (For OnCampus Staff): Oversee evening hours ensuring safety and a quiet environment from lights out. Supervise students during weekends and chaperone offcampus trips. Serve as the overnight oncampus presence for student safety and order. Act as an emergency contact for residential students guardians outside school hours 5:30 p.m. 7:30 a.m. on weekdays). Manage weekend passes permissions and emergencies. Attend residential life house and staff : Additional duties may be assigned by the Head of School as needed.