What are the responsibilities and job description for the Faculty - IPA (Science) position at New Mexico Military Institute?
About New Mexico Military Institute:New Mexico Military Institute’s (NMMI) middle grades school, Intermediate Preparatory Academy (IPA), offers a unique curriculum incorporating immersive/intensive and hands-on learning experiences within a structured environment. In Fall 2024, IPA will extend its enrollment to include 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, with a total enrollment of approximately 90 students.
Position The Science teacher at IPA will enjoy an extraordinary opportunity to develop and teach a unique, mission-aligned curriculum. IPA science prioritizes hands-on experiences and labs. The 6-8 grade curriculum covers environmental and geological science, biological sciences, and chemistry. All core faculty also participate collaboratively in developing and delivering immersive learning experiences. This is an exempt, 9-month, full-time position. The salary is based on experience and education level. The job description is available upon request.
Tasks:
· Lead the development of a mission-aligned program that emphasizes hands-on learning and inquiry in environmental, biological, and chemical science, as well as fostering critical thinking, accurate and precise measurement skills, and successful comprehension and application of the scientific method.
· Collaborate in developing and delivering mission-aligned immersive, intensive, and/or interdisciplinary units.
· Other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills:
· Commitment and ability to foster academic excellence at the middle school level.
· Education, experience, and personal capacity to participate in the creation of a unique mission-aligned curriculum and academic program.
· Enthusiasm, energy, and resourcefulness to respond positively to the conditions of a start-up environment in the early years of school development.
Qualifications:
Required:
· Bachelor's degree with a concentration in Science or equivalent evidence of subject area knowledge.
· Teaching license or equivalent evidence of pedagogical knowledge.
· Two years of Science teaching experience at the middle school level or equivalent evidence of ability.
Preferred:
· Master’s degree.
Why Should You Apply?
· NM Educational Retirement Board (ERB) pension plan through the State of New Mexico.
· Competitive pay.
· Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance through the State of New Mexico.
· Culture.
· Small class sizes.
· Diverse student body.
· Curricular rigor and intellectual freedom.
· Highly structured institutional culture and classroom management support.
· Development and leadership opportunities.
How to Apply:Send a detailed cover letter addressing your experience in relation to the essential skills listed above, along with_ a resume, application, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation _to the NMMI HR Office located in Luna Hall, 101 W College Blvd, Roswell, NM, 88201, or email to employment@nmmi.edu. Applications are located at: https://www.nmmi.edu/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ NMMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $94,600.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Roswell, NM 88201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $94,600
