Middle School Science & Engineering Teacher

Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is an independent, Sacred Heart school for girls in grades 5-12. A member of an international network of 160 schools, we have been educating women of Courage and Confidence since 1880.

We seek a passionate science educator for our Middle School, specializing in Physical Science and Engineering. This position requires a versatile instructor who is capable of teaching students in grades 6-8 with a focus on grade 8 and who exhibits a commitment to supporting diverse learning needs and serving in a highly relational learning environment.

The ideal candidate will teach four sections of middle school science, ranging from life science to earth science to physical science & engineering. They will inspire students to explore the world of science and engineering through hands-on experiences and project-based learning. Additionally, they will foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills by guiding students through real-world challenges and collaborative projects.

• Teach four sections of middle school science, ranging from life science to earth science to physical science & engineering
• Inspire students to explore the world of science and engineering through hands-on experiences and project-based learning
• Foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills by guiding students through real-world challenges and collaborative projects
• Provide individualized student support and accessible extra help
• Design adaptive learning strategies for varied student abilities
• Assess academic progress through personalized evaluation
• Partner with colleagues to enrich science learning experiences and contribute actively to a team-based culture of collegiality
• Collaborate in designing and implementing curriculum and assessments