What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Science Teacher position at Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle School?
Science Teacher Job Summary:
Horizon Science Academy is looking for a Science Teacher willing to join our team to
educate students in grades 6 through 8. Apply now to join this highly diverse student
and teacher community to create a dynamic school culture of high expectations and
motivation in a small and safe learning environment.
Science Teacher Pay & Benefits:
● Salary: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
● Moving expense up to $2,500
● Contribution to your State Retirement Plan (STRS)
● PTO
● Medical and dental insurance (60% of your monthly premiums will be paid by the
employer
● Voluntary Vision Insurance (100% paid by the employee)
● Health savings account
● Voluntary Short Term Disability Insurance (100% paid by the employee)
● Life Insurance (100% paid by the employer)
● Long Term Disability Insurance (100% paid by the employer)
● Paid Maternity Leave
● Referral program
● Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000
● Professional Development opportunities
● Resident Educator Program
Science Teacher Schedule:
● Full-time
● 2026-2027 school year
● Monday to Friday
Science Teacher Requirements:
● Bachelor's degree
● Ohio Teaching license (Required) or a valid out-of-state Teaching license
● Highly qualified in the content area
● Uses data to drive instruction
● Receptive to feedback and desire to grow professionally
● Has the work ethic and willingness to go above and beyond
● Highly organized
Sceince Teacher Duites & Responsibilities:
● Support the school's mission, philosophies, values, goals, and policies toward
students, parents/guardians, and coworkers.
● Design and effectively deliver developmentally appropriate curriculum and
instruction which reflects observations and goals of individual children.
● Establish a classroom culture of high expectations that includes college
preparation for all students.
● Work with the faculty and school leadership to frequently examine student data
for ongoing refinement of instruction and assessment.
● Share best practices with other teachers and collaborate with them to improve
instructional and assessment practices.
● Facilitate regular parent/guardian communications and conferences to discuss
student progress.
● Keep the classroom environment organized, attractive and safe.
● Interact frequently and respectfully with students.
About Us
Founded in 2007, Horizon Science Academy Columbus Middle is a charter public
school that serves roughly 500 students across grades 6-8. Horizon Science Academy
Columbus Middle provides its students with an innovative world class education, rich in
math, science and technology focused on preparing students to become bold inquirers,
problem solvers and ethical leaders, skill-ready for post-secondary education to meet
the challenges of a competitive global workforce.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Teaching credential (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000 - $60,000