Upper School Science Teacher

Our Community
Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical, and social development of young women in grades 6 through 12. The school emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and education of well-rounded women of faith and action.

Description:

Connelly School of the Holy Child is seeking a passionate Upper School Science Teacher to join our outstanding faculty for the 2024-2025 School year. We welcome candidates that demonstrate a strong commitment to the uniqueness of each student; where innovation, academic excellence, and a joy of learning are a priority. Building an inclusive and connected school community is a priority and we are committed to hiring faculty with diverse experiences and backgrounds to empower our students to connect, belong and grow.

Responsibilities include:

· Teach Living Earth (life science) and Anatomy & Physiology (flexibility in course assignments and course load based on candidate expertise and interest)

· Serve as an advisor in the Student Advisory Program

• Committed to professional growth to enhance student learning.
• Active commitment to enhance a school community through involvement on professional committees and in student life activities.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a science field required with teaching experience in various levels of secondary education.
• Teacher preparation program, minor in education, or certification preferred.
• Commitment to inquiry-based instruction and inclusion of laboratory investigations
• Strategies and research based best practices to reach students with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Proven experience engaging students in class experiences that foster critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity.
• Familiarity with implementation of Next Generation Science Standards
• Ability to inspire students to think beyond the content and form a deeper understanding of how science applies broadly to everyday life.
• Commitment to embrace the school’s mission and values.
• Genuine enthusiasm, personal warmth and inspire a love of learning.
• Willingness to work collaboratively with administration, faculty, department members and parents.

Benefits

Benefits

• Medical
• Health Savings Account
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• 403 (b)
• Discount on Tuition

• Looking for a dynamic work environment where you can Believe, Belong & Become your greatest self?
• Building an inclusive and diverse school community is a priority for Holy Child, and we are committed to hiring faculty and staff with diverse experiences and backgrounds, to empower our students to connect and grow. Our Core Values are Believe, Belong, and Become!
• If yes, please apply by visiting us at https://www.holychild.org/about-us/employment