Upper School Biology Teacher

10-month, August 2024

We’re looking for someone who:

· is enthusiastic about teaching Biology and working with adolescents

· is motivated by our commitment to community and excellence in teaching and learning,

· will use technology as a teaching and/or learning tools, and join the school in initiatives such as our future Innovation Hub and Technology Lab

· will commit to a school mission of seeking truth, building character, and nurturing all

· enjoys collaborative work within the department and across departments and divisions

· is a proven life-long learner

· loves Huntsville…or would enjoy living in a mid-sized city ranked #1 by US News and World Report for its affordability, booming job market, and access to many activities including the arts and outdoors

Who we are:

At Randolph School, PK-12 students become lifelong thinkers, creative problem solvers, and fearless leaders as they learn to embrace their full potential, prepare for a purposeful future and create epic possibilities for success. Randolph School is situated on two campuses within a mile of each other in Jones Valley on the southeastern side of Huntsville, Alabama, which was named in the U.S. News & World Report’s list of best cities in the United States to live. The 17-acre Drake campus houses pre-kindergarten through grade eight, while the Upper School is located at the 55-acre Garth campus. Through a commitment to excellence in academics, the arts, and athletics, the school’s program and its faculty demand diligence and discipline while encouraging creativity and discovery. Above all, the school emphasizes honor, integrity, and character so that all in partnership with Randolph are elevated and inspired to enrich their families, communities, the nation, and the world.

Randolph School is seeking an innovative teacher within our Upper School Division (grades 9-12). Applicants should bring experience teaching science including hands-on laboratory work. In addition to teaching, the position includes advising individual students and assisting with science competitions, such as Science Bowl and Science Olympiad.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

· Identify and respond to each individual students’ learning needs and create enrichment opportunities; implement instructional strategies that contribute to meaningful learning experiences for all learners

· Work with colleagues and administrators to address the needs of the whole child

• Integrate the teaching of effective organization and study skills
• Use our Learning Management System to communicate and organize assignments
• Demonstrate effective written and oral communication (parent conferences, written correspondence including narrative reports)
• Effectively monitor and manage student learning using a variety of assessment methods to evaluate student progress
• Create a supportive and inclusive environment and develop respectful relationships with students by using conflict resolution and problem-solving techniques within the classroom
• Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning through active participation in professional growth activities
• Maintain an effective, safe, and well-organized classroom
• Integrate technology appropriately in the classroom

Qualifications:

· B.A. in science required

· Two to three years of experience in teaching Biology, AP Biology preferred

· Master’s degree in science preferred

· Independent college preparatory school experience preferred

· Additional experience in Chemistry will be considered

· Student-centered, collaborative, approachable, passionate about history and current events

Interest and ability to contribute to our athletics and extracurricular programs is an additional consideration.

To Apply: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=e6deffda-3ccd-4d7f-a6bf-5c15e508548e&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US

As a member institution, Randolph School is committed to the principles of diversity as stated by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). In that spirit, Randolph School does not discriminate in violation of the law on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, age, physical challenge, nation of origin, gender, or any other characteristic.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• High school
• Science

Physical setting:

• Private school

Ability to Relocate:

• Huntsville, AL 35802: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person