Summary:
The part-time science teacher facilitates the educational success of fifth grade students in the Academic Enrichment Phase of Rainier Scholars – Seattle. The teacher uses intensive classroom instruction and academic enrichment opportunities to prepare students for rigorous middle and high school programs in public schools (Seattle, Renton and Highline), independent schools and other… private schools.
Rainier Scholars teachers seek to accomplish the following goals in curriculum, instruction, and assessment:
• Exposure to challenging content that will be present in rigorous academic settings
• Development of advanced skills that will allow students to perform at top levels
• Examination of themes which are relevant to the journey of a Rainier Scholar
The school-year science curriculum develops students’ scientific skills such as asking scientific questions, planning and conducting investigations using experimental design, recording and analyzing data, and engaging in evidence-based reasoning. Students further their understanding of the basics of cells by exploring the importance of macromolecules, cell transport, and homeostasis.
Responsibilities:
• Teach two sections of students (1:15 teacher to student ratio) on Wednesday evenings (Zoom) and Saturdays (in person) from Saturday, October 5, 2024, to Wednesday, January 29, 2025
• Facilitate a discussion-based seminar-style classroom environment
• Develop curriculum in accordance with best practices and in collaboration with other teachers and the Academic Director
• Provide frequent written and oral feedback on student work, respond to academic difficulties of students, work collaboratively in response to parent concerns and conduct parent-teacher conferences at appropriate times
• Serve as a member of the Rainier Scholars staff; teachers report to and receive supervision from the Academic Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Minimum of three years teaching or other proven equivalent experience in independent or public school
• Highly organized, collaborative, and equipped with strong listening and communication skills
• Passion for and experience working with students and families of color
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
DESIRED:
• Advanced degree in education
• Course subject area expertise
• Experience teaching at the elementary and middle school level with diverse populations
• Demonstrate proficiency in UbD unit design (Understanding by Design, Wiggins & McTighe, 2005)
DESCRIPTION:
This is an hourly position with compensation of $50 per hour. Teachers will be compensated for their teaching on Wednesdays and Saturdays, as well as prep time.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants should upload their cover letter and resume. Please specify in your cover letter how you learned of this position. Open until filled.
Our work is rooted in ensuring people from marginalized communities have the opportunity to thrive in education and careers that they are passionate about. Rainier Scholars is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive environment for our scholars, families, and staff. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and strongly encourage people of color, first generation college graduates, and people from working class backgrounds to apply
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