Lower School Science Faculty (Temporary, One-Year) Effective Fall 2024

Columbus School for Girls (CSG) is an independent day school in Columbus, Ohio, founded in 1898, serving diverse students in grades pre-k through grade 12. CSG empowers girls to discover their distinct potential as learners and leaders. As a leader in the education of girls and young women, it is a vibrant community of more than 540 students, 135 faculty and staff, and 2,500 active alumnae. CSG's 8-acre academic campus in the beautiful Bexley neighborhood is a ten-minute drive from downtown Columbus, a city bustling with artistic, civic, and shopping experiences. Having just completed a strategic plan to guide the School's direction over the next several years, CSG offers an exceptional, student-centered academic experience with strong offerings in the arts, an impressive athletic program, and a health and wellness curriculum that is unique in Central Ohio. This combination of academics and skills ensures that CSG students will be well prepared for life beyond CSG.
Columbus School for Girls seeks to hire an energetic and creative Lower School Science Teacher for a one-year, temporary position during the 2024-2025 academic year . CSG offers a competitive salary and professional opportunities and welcomes candidates who add to the diversity of the school community.
Major Functions and Responsibilities:

• Teach all sections of Lower School (first through fifth grade) Science
  • Two sections of each grade
  • The curriculum involves a mix of life, physical, and earth and space science standards
  • Unit outlines, major projects, and resources will be provided, but there will be flexibility to adapt as well
  • The curriculum strongly emphasizes inquiry-based learning and student sensemaking
• Plans and leads spring and fall day-trips to CSG's outdoor campus, Cynthia's Woods, for grades one through five.
• Collaborates with grade five Homeroom teachers to plan and run a week-long experience at Cynthia's Woods
• Plans and leads other science field trips as needed
• Plans and runs the Lower School Science Fair and the third grade Moth Ball
• Collaborates with Lower School faculty to holistically support students
• Participates actively in the life of the school, including recess and carline duties, attending morning meetings in a homeroom, chaperoning school trips (including a potential overnight trip), participating in special assemblies and events, and possibly coaching.

Experience, Characteristics, Qualities:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree is preferred.
• Familiarity with the ages and developmental stages of elementary school and the ability to teach the full range of grade levels in Lower School
• Strong candidates will have a familiarity with three-dimensional science instruction and prior experience teaching science to elementary-aged children
• A commitment to an all-girls education and the desire to learn about the best ways to help young women to reach their full potential as learners and leaders.
• Excellent communication skills, a genuine appreciation of working with elementary students, a sense of humor, and a collaborative teammate.

Interested candidates should apply on the Career page of our website at: https://www.columbusschoolforgirls.org/about/careers and submit a cover letter outlining their interest in and qualifications for this specific position including a resume.
Columbus School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other status protected by law.