What are the responsibilities and job description for the 5th Grade Science Teacher position at Ravenscroft School?
Ravenscroft 5th Grade Science Teacher; (full time, beginning August 2022)
Ravenscroft School is an all gender independent day school in Raleigh, NC, with approximately 1,205 students enrolled in grades preschool through 12th grade.
We are looking to welcome a Science Teacher into our community of educators that actively strive to be diverse, equitable and inclusive. Our candidates should demonstrate empathy, knowledge and an understanding for the diverse backgrounds in our community; place an importance on genuine and authentic connections with students, faculty, staff and parents; be able to work collaboratively with team members of diverse backgrounds; and have the capacity to model an attitude of unyielding curiosity and a growth mindset.
Reports to: Head of Lower School
As a 5th Grade Science Teacher at Ravenscroft, here is what you get to do:
The experienced teacher should bring energy and passion for teaching science to fifth grade students. They should utilize a balanced approach and strive to support the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development of children. They should be innovative, forward-thinking, and growth-minded. Other responsibilities and necessary competencies include the following:
- Provide classroom instruction that is student-centered and differentiated to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Familiarity with current trends in science and STEM-based education, such as best practices according to NSTA and the Next Generation Science Standards.
- Provide classroom instruction that is aligned with current best practices and is student-centered
- Attend science department meetings to ensure alignment with both the MS and the US.
- Participate in the work of the department on curriculum development and create vertical alignment with fourth and sixth grades.
- Demonstrating cultural competence and the ability to connect with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and parents
- Understand the development of fifth grade students and display a passion for working with this age group
- Participate in other aspects of the School community (i.e. advising a student club, athletics, committees)
- Have a sense of humor
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in elementary education, science or STEM education required, MS or MEd highly desirable; previous experience teaching science; experience in an independent school setting preferred.
