Cathedral School for Boys
Middle School Science Teacher
Cathedral School for Boys, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Main Purpose of the Role
The Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for planning, teaching, and evaluating students in upper elementary/middle school science classes. Our program is inquiry-based and aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the science department to refine curriculum, evaluate students, and monitor the efficacy of the program.
Serve as a supervisor for a range of student activities and events such as outdoor education trips, chapel service, advisory, assemblies, field trips, recess, and lunch.
Communicate with parents of students both formally (through progress reports, report cards, and conferences) and informally (through emails and phone calls as needed).
Participate in ongoing professional development and attend all faculty and staff meetings and retreats.
Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values.
Work collaboratively with homeroom teachers to plan, teach, and assess.
Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction.
Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagement.
Foster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practices.
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion.
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information.
Communicate effectively with co-lead, students, families, and colleagues.
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, Professional Development opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directors.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging Commitments
Engage in conversations with
empathy
and
curiosity , listen to recognize the presence, ideas, and beliefs of all individuals within the Cathedral School community.
Practice
courage
and act with
integrity
to speak up and speak out to stand up for what is right even when it is challenging or unpopular.
Uphold the process of reflection, healing, and repair, holding ourselves
accountable
and accepting
responsibility
for our actions.
Skills and Competencies
A passion for working with young students.
A commitment to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers.
An openness to professional development and continuous learning.
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A positive and collegial approach to work.
Required
Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field.
1-2 years teaching experience.
Familiarity with NGSS and inquiry-based instruction.
Preferred
Advanced degree in education and content area.
3 – 5 years teaching experience.
Experience teaching with a social justice lens.
Responsive Classroom training or related community-building program e.g. advisory programs.
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The Middle School Science Teacher is responsible for planning, teaching, and evaluating students in upper elementary/middle school science classes. Our program is inquiry-based and aligned with the Next Generation Science Standards.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the science department to refine curriculum, evaluate students, and monitor the efficacy of the program.
Serve as a supervisor for a range of student activities and events such as outdoor education trips, chapel service, advisory, assemblies, field trips, recess, and lunch.
Communicate with parents of students both formally (through progress reports, report cards, and conferences) and informally (through emails and phone calls as needed).
Participate in ongoing professional development and attend all faculty and staff meetings and retreats.
Overtly support and act in accordance with the school’s mission and values.
Work collaboratively with homeroom teachers to plan, teach, and assess.
Demonstrate appropriate planning and preparation for instruction.
Develop and maintain a classroom atmosphere centered on intellectual inquiry and student engagement.
Foster classroom community through inclusionary, compassionate, and supportive practices.
Uphold professional standards of personal presentation, punctuality, professional courtesy, and discretion.
Honor the confidentiality of school and student information.
Communicate effectively with co-lead, students, families, and colleagues.
Engage in self-reflection and professional development through goal setting, Professional Development opportunities, and ongoing dialog with division directors.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Belonging Commitments
Engage in conversations with
empathy
and
curiosity , listen to recognize the presence, ideas, and beliefs of all individuals within the Cathedral School community.
Practice
courage
and act with
integrity
to speak up and speak out to stand up for what is right even when it is challenging or unpopular.
Uphold the process of reflection, healing, and repair, holding ourselves
accountable
and accepting
responsibility
for our actions.
Skills and Competencies
A passion for working with young students.
A commitment to collaborate in a dynamic community of teachers.
An openness to professional development and continuous learning.
Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
A positive and collegial approach to work.
Required
Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field.
1-2 years teaching experience.
Familiarity with NGSS and inquiry-based instruction.
Preferred
Advanced degree in education and content area.
3 – 5 years teaching experience.
Experience teaching with a social justice lens.
Responsive Classroom training or related community-building program e.g. advisory programs.
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