Science/Co-Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for the boldest and most innovative individual to tackle the most important job in the world - TEACHING!

Nysmith School is seeking committed, innovative, creative teachers with a passion for teaching students who are intellectually curious and gifted.

We have created a learning environment where students are excited to come to school, motivated to learn, and passionate about making a positive change in their community and the world. We have created such an amazing school by recruiting and retaining teachers who love children, are passionate about sharing their expertise and willing to go above and beyond to prove the best education has to offer.

We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes our school more diverse and provides a better learning environment for the children.

Salary: $65,000

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Specialized knowledge and/or experience in the subject area.
• Ability to properly dispose of laboratory materials
• Knowledge of Science vocabulary
• Ability to apply safety standards to student projects and models’ appropriate behaviors to ensure a safe classroom environment
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with the Lead Teacher, students, and parents.
• Ability to utilize a variety of instructional materials and available multi-media and computer technology to enhance learning and integrate concepts.
• Ability to speak English fluently and use English in a grammatically correct fashion.
• Ability to remain flexible and to respond to schedule changes or unexpected task assignments with a calm demeanor.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to impart knowledge to students and information to parents and staff.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word, Google classroom and school database to input grades.  Must be able to use, or learn to use, a classroom smartboard.
• Ability to pass background check 

Experience/Education

Bachelor of Life and Physical Science degree and 1 year teaching experience preferred, but not required

Working Conditions

Work is generally performed in a classroom setting with periodic field trips to various locations.  Some assigned duties may be performed in inclement weather 

Physical Requirements

Constant movement around the classroom is necessary to maintain close contact to students and to respond to their needs.  In addition, bending and lifting is necessary to set up classrooms, to gather supplies, perform duties, and to assist children, as necessary.  It is essential teachers develop a warmth and friendliness with students and parents.