Middle School Life Science Teacher

Job DetailsJob Location: Oak Hall School - Gainesville, FL 32607Position Type: Full-Time, 10 monthEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage: NegligibleJob Category: EducationOak Hall School, a private independent day school in Gainesville, Florida, is seeking a Middle School Life science educator for a range of classes in the middle school science program. At the Middle School, we are proud to offer dynamic and interactive learning within a robust college-preparatory curriculum, and strive to intentionally connect our students' interests, strengths, and talents to their academic studies. In this role, we are seeking a science educator who values interactive and inquiry-based learning, and who embraces the opportunity to guide Middle School students through transformational stages in their academic and social-emotional growth. 

Actively and enthusiastically support the mission of the school
Develop and teach Life Science courses and programming to Middle School students
Plan, evaluate, and revise curriculum, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction as needed with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning 
Incorporate scientific research as a key strategy for teaching and learning
Instill and model a scientific mindset, while promoting intellectual curiosity
Partner with existing faculty in leadership of clubs and extracurricular activities such as Science Olympiad, Science Research and Science Fair 
Promote a positive classroom environment and demonstrate strong classroom management skills to create and maintain a learning environment that ensures high levels of learning for all students
Assess and document each student’s performance/progress both formally and informally to meet the School's standards, and provide regular feedback to students and their parents 
Work collaboratively with the Science Department, the Middle School team, and the greater Oak Hall community 
Serve as Advisor to a group of assigned Middle School students
Serve as a mentor and advocate for your students
Be a role model of integrity and professionalism
Plan and manage a club or clubs
Be willingly available throughout the workday to advise and assist students. 
Maintain and enhance expertise in subject matter through ongoing learning and professional development.  
Responsible for the proper care and storage of all lab materials, equipment, and chemicals and following all chemical safety guidelines
Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements, including attending division and other school meetings, professional days, graduation, and other required events
Adhere to School policies as described in the Employee Handbook and other materials
Other duties as assigned
QualificationsJob Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in a science discipline required, with a Master’s degree preferred
Three to five years of science teaching experience preferred
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills
Be comfortable and adept with the effective use of technology in the learning process
Knowledge and understanding of various learning styles and differentiated instruction
Ability to inspire, engage, empower, and educate and evaluate students with vigor and creativity
A history of commitment to professional development and life-long learning
The ability to work positively and professionally with students, parents and faculty
A high degree of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct both in and outside of school
Ability, willingness, and judgment to communicate thoroughly, accurately and concisely with all constituents in a school environment, both verbally and in writing
Commitment to the vision and mission of the school

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Works in a classroom environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
Regularly uses close and distance vision
May stand for extended periods of time
May work at a desk and computer screen for extended periods of time
Ability to visually and audibly locate students under their supervision
Occasionally turn, bend, reach, stoop, and squat
Ability to actively circulate throughout the diverse campus environment
Works primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment
Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
Ability to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 20 lbs.

Oak Hall is proud to offer a comprehensive employee compensation package, including a competitive salary, health and wellness benefits, paid time off, and generous retirement plan options to benefits- eligible employees.

Oak Hall School is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment. It is Oak Hall’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, rel