26-27 High School Environmental Science Teacher

KIPP Miami seeks an experienced High School Environmental Science Teacher to design and deliver an advanced collegepreparatory Environmental Science program. The ideal candidate has a proven record teaching high school science and can lead courses such as AP Environmental Science AICE Environmental Management IB Environmental Systems and Societies and/or Dual Enrollment Environmental Science/Earth Science in alignment with MiamiDades advanced academic offerings. Coursework will integrate career and technical education (CTE) strands (e.g. GIS sustainability horticulture marine science renewable energy biotechnology) and authentic problembased learning tied to South Floridas ecosystems and industries.

What Were Looking For

• Instructional Excellence: You plan backwards differentiate effectively and deliver engaging culturally responsive lessons that move all learners to mastery.
• Advanced Program Mindset: You believe AP/AICE/IB/Dual Enrollment pathways are for all students and you expand access while maintaining rigor.
• CTE Builder: You connect science to real careers (agriculture design civil engineering construction etc. ) through authentic projects and certifications and you are eager to grow your own CTE skill set.
• DataDriven & Reflective: You analyze evidence iterate quickly and share learning with teammates.
• Heartbeat Aligned: You build strong relationships partner with families and model the belief that our students will change the world.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Plan and teach a rigorous standardsaligned Environmental Science sequence (including AP/AICE/IB and/or Dual Enrollment sections as assigned) that meets Floridas NGSSS/Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) where applicable and MiamiDade advanced programs expectations.
• Backmap unit plans from AP/AICE/IB frameworks and local Dual Enrollment syllabi; vertically align with Biology Chemistry Physics Earth/Space Science.
• Integrate fieldwork (Everglades Biscayne Bay urban ecology) labs data analysis (Excel/Google Sheets GIS) engineering design challenges and crosscurricular literacy.
• Use inquirybased pedagogy discussion protocols and lab safety best practices; ensure all labs meet state and district safety standards.

Assessment & Data

• Design common assessments and performance tasks; prepare students for AP/AICE/IB external assessments and industry certifications; regularly analyze data to inform instruction and interventions.

Advanced Programs & Pathways

• Coordinate with the Advanced Academic Programs lead to align course pathways (AP AICE IB Dual Enrollment) and to expand access and success for all students.
• Build partnerships with local universities environmental organizations and industry for guest speakers mentorships service learning and internships.

CTE Integration

• Embed CTE competencies and industryrecognized certifications (e.g. OSHA10 GIS fundamentals horticulture/agriscience renewable energy fundamentals) in course projects.
• Complete required CTE coursework and state examinations within the prescribed timeline (see Qualifications) and maintain all related credentials.

Culture & Family Partnership

• Model and uphold KIPP Miamis Heartbeat Principles in all interactions; create an inclusive purposeful classroom culture with high expectations and joy.
• Partner with families through transparent progress reporting studentled conferences and proactive communication.

Professionalism

• Collaborate with colleagues in professional learning communities content teams and advanced programs alignment.
• Contribute to a schoolwide culture of continuous improvement through coaching cycles peer feedback and shared best practices.

Qualifications :

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree is required
  • A degree in Environmental Science Earth/Space Science Biology Ecology Marine Science Sustainability or related field is preferred.
• At least two (2) years of fulltime high school teaching experience in science (required).
• Prior success teaching AP Environmental Science AICE Environmental Management IB ESS or Dual Enrollment science.
• Valid Florida Educator Certificate (or eligibility) in one or more of the following secondary science areas: Earth/Space Science (612) Biology (612) Chemistry (612) Physics (612). (Candidates pursuing reciprocity or temporary certification must be eligible under Florida statutes.)
• Ability to meet MiamiDade professional standards for high school science teachers including demonstrated content knowledge classroom management and student learning results.
• Commitment to complete required CTE coursework and pass state CTE examinations relevant to assigned pathways within the first 24 months of employment (tuition/fees may be eligible for reimbursement per KIPP Miami policy).
• Strong dataliteracy; proficiency with instructional technology (Google Workspace LMS assessment platforms).
• Satisfactory background check and fingerprint clearance.
• Strong proficiency with instructional technology and datadriven decisionmaking.

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at computer or working at desk and significant fine finger dexterity.
• Often required to stand and sit.   
• Walk frequently and climb stairs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Skills and Abilities

• Commitment to KIPP Miamis mission vision and goals
• Passion for working with children and school personnel
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to engage and work closely with a wide range of staff members and external partners 
• Strong organization skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Flexibility and willingness to learn
• Growth Mindset
• Commitment to do whatever it takes to ensure our students have what they need to be successful
• Proficient in Microsoft Office specifically Excel
• Data base management and reporting 
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
• Ability to use the computer to input student data.
• Ability to effectively plan organize and implement curricula and activities.
• Ability to make decisions on behalf of children and protect their well-being.
• Must be able to manage confidential information.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional constancy.
• Ability to work flexible hours. 
• Ability to work with a team on collaborative projects
• Ability to proactively problem solve; anticipate challenges before they occur
• Ability to identify inefficiencies and generate creative solutions
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and comfortably with ambiguity
• Ability to troubleshoot and manage high stress situations with a calm and positive demeanor

Nice-to-Haves:

• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Creole preferred
• Experience in highperforming school environments with a record of student growth and equitable outcomes.
• Degree and/or substantive career experience in Environmental Science or a related STEM field (e.g. environmental consulting sustainability conservation water resources energy agriculture/agriscience marine science).

Additional Information :

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this role is $55550-$62250 commensurate with experience.

KIPP Miami offers a full comprehensive benefits plan including health care competitive 403(B) plan and a school laptop.

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender age religion national origin citizen status marital status physical or mental disability military or veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our organization will make a reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of the organization. No questions on this application are asked for any unlawful purpose.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time