Job Summary:
Nantucket Public Schools seeks [1] dynamic Science Teacher at Cyrus Peirce Middle School (grades 6-8) for the 2023-24 academic year. We have adopted OpenSciEd and PLTW. The successful candidate will have experience facilitating learning of disciplinary core ideas through engagement in the science and engineering practices. He/She will also promote learning and growth of each student by facilitating high-quality learning experiences, utilizing meaningful student assessments to inform instruction, differentiating instruction, and maintaining a safe and effective learning environment.
Minimum Requirements:
Knowledge of Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks (Science and Technology/Engineering)
Bachelor's Degree
MA certification or the ability to be certified in General Science (5-8)
Ideal Candidate:
Experience in middle school science teaching
Passion for teaching science
Strong knowledge of how to design instruction for three dimensional learning in science
Ability to assess learning using a variety of methods
Strong foundation in student-centered and culturally responsive pedagogy
Knowledge of differentiated instruction and response to intervention
Excellent classroom management skills
SEI endorsement
Ability to collaborate with teachers and administrators
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