High School Science Teacher

SALARY RANGE: $54,630 – $114,862 annually based on degree and student contact hours

JOB SUMMARY

Mid-Pacific is seeking a dynamic, student-centered educator to join our Science Department. This position includes teaching Human Anatomy, multiple levels of Biology, and elective science courses, with the potential to teach International Baccalaureate (IB) Biology and IB Environmental Systems and Societies. We are looking for an educator who inspires intellectual curiosity, builds meaningful relationships with students, and embraces a collaborative, inquiry-driven approach aligned with the principles of deeper learning.

Science faculty are responsible for creating engaging, supportive learning environments that foster student growth, achievement, and motivation. Teachers design rigorous, relevant, and authentic learning experiences that help students develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for success in college, career, and life. Through real-world applications and student-centered instruction, faculty empower learners to think critically, solve complex problems, and make meaningful connections across disciplines.

Essential to this role is the ability to cultivate positive partnerships with students, families, colleagues, administrators, and community members in support of student learning and well-being. Faculty are active contributors to the life of the school and participate fully in advancing Mid-Pacific’s commitment to deeper learning and the development of our Learner Profile.

This position reports directly to the High School Assistant Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Teach competencies and skills with pedagogical practices that align with the mission and vision of the school.
• Prepare curriculum and lesson plans following Next Generation Science Standards and/or standards set by the International Baccalaureate Organization. Incorporate differentiation and varied strategies to meet the needs of a range of learners.
• Collaborate with other department members in developing and updating the Science curriculum and assessment practices.
• Prepare and administer formative and summative assessments of students’ deeper learning according to the Mid-Pacific Assessment Guidelines
• Record and post student grades electronically in a timely manner.
• Maintain effective classroom management, liaising with deans and parents as necessary.
• Participate in faculty and departmental meetings and attend professional development workshops and educational conferences.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and guardians as needed.
• Carry out all homeroom / advisory responsibilities.
• Determine budget needs and purchase equipment and materials for courses taught.
• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess, if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.
• Regular and predictable attendance at work.
• Provides in-person classroom instruction, supervision, and support to students during the school day.

SCHOOL SAFETY

• Participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace.
• Comply with the instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others, in adhering to safe work procedures.
• Take reasonable care to ensure their own safety and health and that of others.
• Report any injury, hazard or illness immediately to their Supervisor and Human Resources.
• Not place others at risk by any act or omission, not willfully or recklessly interfere with safety equipment.
• Act as a role model by demonstrating safe work behaviors.
• Identify, assess if necessary, and control hazards within the area of responsibility.
• Ensure that equipment/supplies are properly maintained.
• Maintain relevant knowledge of safety laws.
• Mandatory reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement or child protective services, and Human Resources. Sexual abuse includes child molestation, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with a minor, and serial sexual misconduct, any actual or alleged illegal or otherwise wrongful sexual conduct with more than one victim; and committed by or alleged to have been committed by any perpetrator who is not a student of an included entity.

TEACHER PROFILE

• Fostering Effective Relationships: The Teacher builds positive working relationships with the classroom, school, and local community.
• Establishing an Inclusive Learning Environment: The Teacher creates a safe, caring environment that is inclusive of and engaging for all learners.
• Demonstrating a Professional Body of Knowledge: The Teacher shows an understanding of content knowledge and an appreciation for ongoing learning in the discipline.
• Validating a Professional Pedagogy: The Teacher ensures that every student is provided quality and optimum learning experiences.
• Inspiring Instructional Leadership: The Teacher models practices that support evidence-informed teaching and learning and motivates and inspires others to excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Science from an accredited university or college and at least two years teaching experience in high school science is preferred. Previous experience with project-based instruction and/or International Baccalaureate preferred, but not required.

WORK SCHEDULE

This in-person position follows the academic calendar from August through May. Teachers will have the opportunity to enjoy scheduled winter, spring, and summer breaks for rejuvenation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Our campus consists of multiple buildings on 44 hilly acres that requires frequent walking including uphill and stairs. The individual is required to talk and hear, often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee may be required to stand, walk, lift and carry approximately 10-15 pounds, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required include close vision.

MENTAL DEMANDS

On a daily basis employee must frequently problem solve, make decisions, supervise students/classroom management, interpret data, grade, organize, write, plan, and clearly communicate.

EQUIPMENT USE

Telephone – occasionally, Copier – occasionally, Computer – frequently

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor – frequently, Outdoor – occasionally, Loud Noise – occasionally, Cold Temperatures – occasionally, Hot Temperatures – occasionally

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Mid-Pacific Institute provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.