Part Time Middle School Science Teacher

The Packer Collegiate Institute seeks a creative, reflective teacher who has an enthusiasm for working with middle school students, an interest and experience in curriculum development, and a commitment to innovative pedagogy. The focus of Packer’s science department is on interactive, experiential learning and depth of understanding, rather than breadth of coverage.

Anticipated start date: August 2025

Responsibilities

• Teaching two classes

• Part of a strong, collaborative team

• Dedicated to the vertical integration of curriculum across grades and divisions

• Committed to using the city as an educational resource

• Significant written and oral communication with families about student work and progress

• Sustained, individualized attention to students outside of the classroom

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years middle school science teaching experience,

• Strong and wide-ranging background in the sciences to include chemistry

• Commitment to work as part of a collaborative team that prepares students with the skills, critical thinking abilities and content knowledge to enter a rigorous high school science program.

• Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Include Reasonable Accommodations: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. Faculty members are required to actively and thoughtfully engage in work around identity, anti-bias, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.

Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.

The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.