What are the responsibilities and job description for the 6th Grade Science/Social Studies Teacher (2026 - 2027 School Year) position at Lower School?
Job Description
The responsibilities of our teaching staff will include, but are not limited to:
- Maintaining a shared view of OPS's mission
- Delivering the specific course content
- Orienting students to their coursework
- Communicating coursework and upholding school requirements
- Accessibility to students and parents, in which the teacher takes a proactive role
- Supplementing coursework with enrichment opportunities
- Grading student progress
- Participating in state testing
- Supporting all aspects of student learning
Job Qualifications
At Oxford Preparatory School (OPS), we believe having a dedicated and well qualified teaching staff is paramount to the success of our students. A Bachelor's degree or higher and proven aptitude in the specified subject area are necessary. The ideal candidate will be licensed in their subject area and have a demonstrated record of achieving/exceeding student growth expectations.
At OPS, we will hire teachers using the following rubric:
- Dynamic & compassionate individuals
- Smart, well-educated in their field
- Ability to instruct and meet diverse learning styles
- Strong belief in the ability of students to succeed and a willingness to do what is needed to make that possible
- Entrepreneurial focus to their teaching
- Willingness to work as part of a team and support the school’s mission
- Receptive attitude towards change