Lower Division Science Teacher

Lower Division Science Teacher

About the Park School

The Park School is a Pre-K to Grade 8 independent school in Brookline, MA dedicated to excellence in education. The cornerstone of Park's program is academic excellence, combining both high standards of scholarship and the encouragement of each child to develop to their greatest potential. Our school community fosters a nurturing environment in which children develop curiosity, express creativity, appreciate the value of hard work and discipline, and experience the joy of learning. Park's faculty encourages each student to strive for intellectual, physical, and moral growth and to become contributing members of the community.

The Science Teacher is a member of the schools Lower Division and reports to the Lower Division head. This full-time, 10-month position involves working with faculty and staff to teach science in support of the schools mission and curricular goals.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement student-centered lessons that demonstrate a deep understanding of science curriculum and instruction and are aligned with The Park School's goals and mission.
• Create engaging, hands-on lessons centered on scientific discovery and student exploration.
• Update documentation of current curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Maintain records of individual student progress and achievement
• Regularly communicate with families about classroom happenings and student progress
• Complete administrative tasks and coverage duties as assigned (student supervision, attendance, reporting, documenting curriculum, etc.)
• Establish and implement expectations for student safety and conduct, and procedures and routines, consistent with Park School policies
• Participate in the school community and in all school activities, including faculty and committee work, school duties, and activities such as clubs and assemblies (e.g., Grandparents & Special Friends Day, Yule festival, May Day etc.).
• Meaningfully integrate technologies into class lessons, for online learning as well as in-school learning
• Guide students in their social-emotional development, maintaining expectations and support for positive and productive student behavior
• Collaborate with the office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging to keep multiculturalism and diversity as a priority of curricular work and curriculum development
• Participate in and contribute to an adult learning community by engaging in meetings, discussions, committees, task forces, and professional development.
• Ensure that respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion, social-emotional learning, and academic excellence are emphasized as core values of Park

Qualifications

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree required. Masters Degree preferred.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of teaching experience at the early childhood and elementary level is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with students, colleagues, and other adults.
• Strong communication skills, including experience in writing student comments and other school-related documents .
• High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in teaching and learning & experience in working in a culturally diverse community.
• Demonstrated interest in ongoing professional development and innovative practices that support student growth.
• Ability to think independently and collaborate in a team environment .
• Skill in differentiating instruction .
• Maintain focus and adaptability in an energetic and, at times, loud environment.

• Effectively interpret, navigate, mediate, and resolve conflict with students and families in a timely manner.
• The ability to hold meetings in person and via supported video conference tools (i.e. Zoom or Google Meet).
• Proficient or the ability to learn Google tools and other applications as adopted by the School, such as Veracross, SchoolPass, Atlas etc.

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to sit and stand uninterrupted for 30-minute periods of time.
• The ability to regularly walk on and travel across variable surfaces (e.g. level flooring, stairs, turf, gravel, asphalt, etc.).
• The ability to lead, supervise, and accompany students to all areas of the school campus (including all indoor and outdoor areas), including during day-to-day responsibilities and in case of emergency.
• The ability to consistently operate a computer. Proficient or the ability to learn Google tools and other school software.
• The ability to regularly stand, sit, crouch, and kneel down in order to support students.
• The ability to work outdoors, year-round, in variable weather conditions.
• The ability to lift and hold 15 lbs overhead.
• The ability to occasionally transport (e.g., move or drag) 25 lbs.
• The ability to maintain focus in an energetic and, at times, loud environment.

Application Information

• Please visit Parks career page (or ) to complete an application and upload your resume, cover letter, leadership/philosophy statement, and the names of three to five references, including two present or past supervisors.
• The compensation range for this role is based on a faculty scale ranging from $65,140 to $134,680 annually. Actual salaries will vary depending on multiple factors, including but not limited to degrees received, years of teaching experience, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive compensation details, inclusive of any additional benefits, will be communicated upon finalization of the employment offer.
• Park is an equal-opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, gender, gender identity, or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, natural or protective hairstyles or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its employment, education, admission, financial aid, and other policies and programs.
• We welcome candidates who will add to the diversity of our community and who have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their teaching and learning.
• Job applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. The Park School will not sponsor an employment visa or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time for this role