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Moravian Academy is Hiring an Upper School Science Teacher, Chemistry Near Bethlehem, PA

Moravian Academy seeks a motivated, dynamic, and innovative full-time science teacher for the
2024-25 school year at the upper school on the Merle-Smith Campus.

Essential Functions:
Design and deliver at least four courses within the Science department. Courses would

potentially include Chemistry, and two semester elective classes;

Support and further enhance the department’s high expectations for academic

performance, intellectual inquiry, and personal growth for all students in each course;

Facilitate hands-on exploration, student collaboration, and problem solving; integrate

student-centered pedagogical practices into the curriculum;

Create meaningful partnerships with parents and families, including regular

communications through school-supplied online tools, emails, and phone calls.

Assess and provide feedback to students and parents during comment and grading

periods.

Assume duties including, but not limited to, serving as an advisor or co-advisor to a small

group of students and taking on a fifth responsibility that benefits the student experience.

Participate in professional collaboration and development, including committee work,

chapel services, department meetings, and divisional faculty meetings.

Qualifications
A Bachelor’s degree in the sciences; Master’s degree strongly preferred.

Minimum 3-5 years teaching experience preferred.
Preference will be given to applicants with a previous background in independent

schools or similar college-preparatory programs.

Proficiency in digital educational technologies.
Experience with Google Workspace for Education (preferred)
Enthusiasm for professional development.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Skills & Abilities
Uses student-centered teaching methodologies and other research-based practices;

Confident and comfortable collaborating with department colleagues, particularly with

designing engaging lesson plans and refining and aligning curriculum;

Ability to develop labs and demonstrations that support the curriculum;
Comfort handling chemicals and lab equipment, and understanding of safety regulations;
Energetic, engaging, and creative with a clear love of students and the learning process;
Engages in the community life of the school, including attending various co-curricular

events;

A lifelong learner who is committed to professional development and collaboration with

other professionals and organizations.

School Mission and Vision:
Mission: Moravian Academy nurtures the joyful spirit of each learner and empowers inclusive
global citizens to think critically, communicate effectively, lead with integrity, and strive for
excellence.

Vision: Immersed in a community that values creativity, curiosity, love, and
understanding, our students seek to answer the questions: Who am I and who can I
become?

About the School:
Moravian Academy, located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a PK through 12th grade
coeducational college preparatory school and the ninth oldest independent school in the United
States. Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy continues to be a school in motion. After a recent
merger with The Swain School, Moravian Academy comprises 900 students and 200
employees. The extensive facilities are located on three campuses which together are the
premier choice for independent education in the Lehigh Valley region. Each campus possesses
a distinct culture and setting:

The Historic Downtown Campus for Grades P-8 inside the national historic landmark

district that is at the heart of the City of Bethlehem;

The Merle-Smith Upper School Campus for Grades 9-12, situated on 120 acres of

bucolic green expanse in Bethlehem Township, approximately 7 miles from downtown
Bethlehem;

The Swain Campus for grades P-8 with a 22-acre contemporary campus in the beautiful

west end of Allentown, approximately 25 minutes from the Bethlehem campuses.

POLICY OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
Moravian Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of an
individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital
status, order of protection status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy,
unfavorable discharge from military service, or citizenship status, or any other legally protected
category in connection with its activities as an employer. Moravian Academy also subscribes to
the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (“PAIS”) and the National Association of
Independent Schools’ (“NAIS”) principles of good practice regarding employment of personnel.

Duration:
This is a full-time position beginning August 2024.

To Apply:
Submit digital materials, including a letter of intent, resume and statement of educational
philosophy, to employment@moravianacademy.org. Address letter of intent to: Dr. Rachel
Wright, Upper School Director, Moravian Academy, 4313 Green Pond Road, Bethlehem, PA
18020

Moravian Academy is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to provide an environment
that welcomes a diverse community.