Marymount School of New York

Science Teacher, Middle School (Grades 6 - 8)

NEW YORK, NYPosted a month ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Marymount School of New York

  • Job overview

    The Science Teacher for Middle School (Grades 6-8) at Marymount School educates students in physical, life, and Earth sciences, fostering scientific inquiry and data literacy through hands-on labs and projects.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The teacher will deliver science courses, engage students with inquiry-based learning, support school programs as advisors or club moderators, and contribute to the school community actively.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a science-related field, at least 2 years of middle or high school teaching experience, strong lab skills, excellent communication and organizational abilities, and a commitment to equity in teaching.

  • Work environment and culture

    Marymount School values collaboration, flexibility, passion for innovative teaching, and active faculty participation in the school community.

  • Company information

    Marymount School of New York is an educational institution with state-of-the-art science labs and a 1:1 MacBook environment supporting advanced learning.

  • Team overview

    The teacher will join a dynamic team of educators in the Upper Middle School division focused on innovative and creative learning.

  • Unique job features

    The role includes working in a technologically advanced environment with state-of-the-art science labs and opportunities to support students beyond the classroom as advisors or club moderators.

Company overview

Marymount School of New York is an independent, Catholic day school for girls, offering education from nursery through grade 12. Founded in 1926, the school emphasizes academic excellence, global awareness, and social responsibility. It generates revenue through tuition fees, donations, and fundraising events. Marymount is known for its rigorous curriculum, strong arts and athletics programs, and commitment to fostering leadership and community service among its students. The school is part of the international network of RSHM (Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary) schools, which enhances its global educational perspective.

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  • Position your resume to highlight your Master’s degree in a relevant science field and your 2+ years of teaching experience at the middle or high school level, emphasizing your expertise in biology, chemistry, or physics.

  • Showcase your strong laboratory skills and experience with hands-on science labs, as well as your ability to foster scientific inquiry and data literacy in students through innovative and creative teaching methods.

  • Emphasize your communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, along with your commitment to equity and belonging in your instructional practices, and your flexibility in adapting teaching methods to diverse learners.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including Marymount School of New York’s official website and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Science Teacher position.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with current Marymount Upper Middle School educators or administrators; start conversations by commenting on recent school events or expressing admiration for their innovative science curriculum to break the ice.

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