High School Science Teacher
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Job Summary
High School Science Teacher |
Kairos Academies is seeking a hardworking culture-building student-focused data-driven high school Science Teacher specializing in Chemistry and/or Physics. At Kairos all teachers are leadersyoull not only teach rigorous lab-based science courses but also serve in a whole-school service role (e.g. STEM Lead Safety Lead) that advances inquiry innovation and student agency.
Key Responsibilities
- Adapt and implement NGSS- and standards-aligned Chemistry and Physics units
- Design hands-on labs simulations rubrics and performance assessments
- Analyze EOC NWEA MAP and internal lab assessments to inform instruction
- Monitor conceptual understanding address misconceptions and differentiate supports
- Provide daily actionable feedback in lab notebooks reports and problem sets
- Communicate progress and next steps via email calls and parent-teacher conferences
- Facilitate student Circle once a week as well as participate in all staff Circle once a week
- Monitor your mentor groups academic and behavior progress and provide support students in setting and reaching ambitious academic and character development goals
- Provide guidance and support on students self-discovery work
- Serve as a direct point-of-contact for Kairos families to communicate school-wide information
- Serve in a whole-school service role (e.g. Tutoring Lead Safety Lead) to drive STEM initiatives.
Driver Goals
- EOC Proficiency: 60%of students meet or exceed EOC proficiency benchmarks.
- NWEA Growth: 70%of students demonstrate expected or above-expected growth.
- Mentoring Participation:75% of students meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
- On-Track Gradient Classes: 85%of students maintain on-track progress in Science coursework.
- Go above & beyond to do whats best for students
- Proactively seek feedback and refine your practice
- Embrace rapid change and continuous improvement
- Engage in healthy debate and constructive feedback
Qualifications
- Degree: Bachelors in Chemistry Physics Science Education or related; Masters preferred
- Certification: Valid Missouri Chemistry and/or Physics teaching certification (or willingness to certify ASAP)
- Experience: 3 years of high school Chemistry and/or Physics teaching preferred
- Skills: Expertise in laboratory safety scientific inquiry data analysis and modeling
- Other: Eligible to work for any employer in the U.S; pass criminal background check
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office student information systems and digital science tools (e.g. PhET Vernier LabQuest)
- Commitment to lab safety protocols emergency procedures and chemical handling regulations
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $60000
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off & wellness reimbursement
- Professional development & certification reimbursement
- School tuition assistance
- MondayFriday 7:40 AM3:30 PM (occasional evenings/weekends)
- On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis MO
Join Kairos Academies and help us transform education for the 21st century. Apply today!
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About Company
Kairos Academies serving grades 5-12 is St. Louis’ only tuition-free, personalized learning public school.