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The Peck School, a coed, K-8, independent school in Morristown, NJ, seeks a full-time K-4 science teacher (Lower School). This position is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic science educator to join a school committed to the belief that students thrive in classrooms and communities where they are known, celebrated, and inspired to grow as students, learners, and citizens.
The Lower School science teacher is an important part of the K-4 specials team and a core member of a highly collaborative K-8 science department that works with students to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry and investigation. Peck’s science teachers design student-centered lessons that build excitement around concepts and phenomena while laying a strong foundation of scientific principles and skills. Encouraged to think like scientists, Peck’s K-4 students develop understanding in an environment that fosters creativity and exploration through hands-on learning and experimentation. Elementary-aged students are naturally curious, opening wide the curricular possibilities.
Overview Of Responsibilities
A Peck Teacher is passionate about teaching and learning, is professional, and demonstrates excellence in teaching. Peck Teachers plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire student success and promote consideration of others. They know each student well, build relationships, and facilitate a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. Peck Teachers effectively communicate with members of the school community and partner with Peck families to guide and enrich a student’s development. They demonstrate comprehensive content knowledge, and, as lifelong learners, they expand their teaching skills repertoire. Peck Teachers are respected community members who engage actively with the Peck community.
The Peck School seeks to create a culture of belonging. We welcome the unique contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Qualified applicants are offered top-tier pay, exceptionally strong benefits, and a robust professional development program.
To learn more about The Peck School and working at Peck, please visit us online.
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- Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references by email to Science@peckschool.org.
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The Peck School, a coed, K-8, independent school in Morristown, NJ, seeks a full-time K-4 science teacher (Lower School). This position is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic science educator to join a school committed to the belief that students thrive in classrooms and communities where they are known, celebrated, and inspired to grow as students, learners, and citizens.
The Lower School science teacher is an important part of the K-4 specials team and a core member of a highly collaborative K-8 science department that works with students to build critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry and investigation. Peck’s science teachers design student-centered lessons that build excitement around concepts and phenomena while laying a strong foundation of scientific principles and skills. Encouraged to think like scientists, Peck’s K-4 students develop understanding in an environment that fosters creativity and exploration through hands-on learning and experimentation. Elementary-aged students are naturally curious, opening wide the curricular possibilities.
Overview Of Responsibilities
- Classroom Instruction:
- Teach K-4 science classes within the Lower School specials rotation. At Peck, our teaching schedule is built on a 7-day cycle. Special area classes rotate every cycle, which means the K-4 science teacher teaches no more than two grades at a time.
- Continue to grow and build the K-4 science curriculum within the scope and sequence of Peck’s K-8 science program.
- As part of K-4 science, teach foundational health and wellness topics, including adolescence, nutrition, and hygiene, through engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
- Connections: In the Lower School science lab, foster a culture of curiosity, experimentation, collaboration, and creativity among our youngest learners. For those needing review or extra support, set up a time to connect with students before or after school. Communicate with families about their child’s progress and share exciting extension opportunities that connect to the curriculum.
- Duties: Perform duties as assigned. Duties include but are not limited to overseeing student safety and wellness during recess, arrival and dismissal duties, and lunch. Peck’s family-style dining provides a point of connection. Each faculty member receives their own duty schedule. Coaching and/or facilitating PEP (Peck Enrichment Program) activities are available opportunities.
- Meetings & Professional Development: Participate in all required professional development activities and meetings, including department, division, and grade-level meetings, scheduled collaboration times, professional development days, and beginning and end-of-year meetings.
- A bachelor’s degree in education, science, or a STEM-related field is required.
- 2 years of teaching experience.
- Proficiency in creating and implementing engaging, student-centered, and age-appropriate lessons that promote critical thinking and creativity.
- Experience using formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instruction to support academic growth.
- Interest in developing students’ “think like a scientist” mindset.
- Content Knowledge: Possess excitement about science and interest in staying current with curricular best practices. Lead students through hands-on investigations to explore and understand topics to develop a foundation of scientific literacy. Provide an introduction to the areas of life, physical, and Earth sciences. Possess a familiarity with the Next Generation Science Standards and plan developmentally appropriate lessons.
- Classroom Management: Encourage positive student behavior and classroom community through strong classroom management skills.
- Communication Skills: Use excellent oral and written communication skills to maintain open communication channels with peers, administrators, faculty, students, and parents. Provide updates on student progress, understanding of skills, and classroom activities while cultivating strong home-school partnerships. Have the ability to work with students in a supportive and productive manner.
- Collaboration Skills: Consistent, positive collaboration with a team of talented faculty and supportive administrators. Excellent time management skills and an understanding of how timeliness and responsibility affect the whole.
- Community Engagement: Engage in and support a positive, healthy faculty culture. Engagement at Peck looks like investing in the whole life of our school, from attending interscholastic sports games or the musical to participating in committees and task forces designed to further school initiatives and embrace community-wide events throughout the year.
- Cultural Awareness: Demonstrate the ability and desire to understand, appreciate, and interact with people from other cultures or belief systems. Dedication to supporting students’ academic, social, and emotional well-being.
- Technology Skills: Ability to navigate the Google Suite of applications (Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Drive, Google Slides, etc.). Comfort using or learning technology as part of Peck’s systemic workflow (Zoom, Apple AirPlay, SeeSaw, Google Classroom, printers, copiers, etc.).
A Peck Teacher is passionate about teaching and learning, is professional, and demonstrates excellence in teaching. Peck Teachers plan and deliver engaging lessons that inspire student success and promote consideration of others. They know each student well, build relationships, and facilitate a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. Peck Teachers effectively communicate with members of the school community and partner with Peck families to guide and enrich a student’s development. They demonstrate comprehensive content knowledge, and, as lifelong learners, they expand their teaching skills repertoire. Peck Teachers are respected community members who engage actively with the Peck community.
The Peck School seeks to create a culture of belonging. We welcome the unique contributions of individuals from diverse backgrounds. Qualified applicants are offered top-tier pay, exceptionally strong benefits, and a robust professional development program.
To learn more about The Peck School and working at Peck, please visit us online.
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