Lower School Science Specialist

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ravenscroft is seeking a Lower School Science Specialist to lead our newly reimagined Science special area program for students in Grades PreK5 beginning in the 202627 school year. This is a full-time exempt 10-month faculty position following the academic calendar (AugustJune).

This role is ideal for an educator who is passionate about hands-on inquiry-based science instruction and excited to build an integrated IDEaS (Innovation Design Engineering and Science) curriculum in collaboration with our Lower School IDE program. The Lower School Science Specialist will foster curiosity critical thinking and real-world problem-solving while helping young learners develop scientific literacy in a joyful and engaging environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

What Youll Do

Teach hands-on inquiry-based science to students in Grades PreK-5
Collaborate with the IDE program to develop an integrated IDEaS curriculum
Partner with classroom teachers to connect science learning to core subjects
Foster curiosity creativity and critical thinking in young learners
Coach a Lower School Science Olympiad team
Lead the Lower School Science and Innovation Fair
Participate actively in the broader life of the school

Qualifications

Experience teaching or developing curriculum for Lower School students
Strong understanding of inquiry-based hands-on instructional practices
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Commitment to working in a diverse inclusive and mission-aligned school community

Preferred

Masters degree in Education Science or a related field
Experience with interdisciplinary STEM or design-based programming
Experience leading Science Olympiad STEM competitions or similar enrichment programs

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This role is based on Ravenscrofts campus and includes work in classrooms and innovation lab spaces. The position requires the ability to move throughout campus lead hands-on instructional activities and communicate effectively with students and colleagues. Occasional evening responsibilities for school events may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Required Experience: