Middle School Science Teacher

The First Academy is seeking an inquisitive and mission-aligned Middle School Science Teacher to lead students through a comprehensive exploration of God’s creation, from the depths of the Earth to the fundamental laws of physics. The ideal candidate will be a skilled practitioner of hands-on, inquiry-based learning, capable of guiding 6th graders through the synergistic systems of Earth Science, 7th graders through the biological complexities of Life Science, and 8th graders through the foundational principles of Physical Science (Chemistry and Physics). We are looking for an educator who can seamlessly integrate a biblical worldview with rigorous scientific processes—emphasizing data recording, hypothesizing, and evaluating—while fostering a deep appreciation for the order and complexity of the universe as a reflection of an omniscient Creator.

Core Instructional Competencies

Scientific Inquiry: Facilitating lab investigations that develop critical skills in classifying, measuring, observing, and inferring.
Geological & Astronomical Literacy: Teaching 6th graders to analyze the construction of Earth’s atmosphere and the mechanics of natural disruptions like volcanoes and earthquakes.
Biological Foundations: Guiding 7th graders through the study of cells and heredity, emphasizing how biological systems reflect God’s design and control.
Physical World Preparation: Introducing 8th graders to the smallest pieces of the universe, focusing on the properties of matter and the laws of motion to prepare them for high school chemistry and physics.
Worldview Integration: Helping students discover spiritual lessons through scientific knowledge, emphasizing the beauty and synergy of the solar system and the natural world.

Professional Qualifications

Required Education: Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. A Master’s degree in Education or the specific subject area is preferred.
Subject Expertise: Degree emphasis in the area of instruction or a directly related field is strongly preferred.
Communication Skills: Possess solid, professional communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective interaction with students, parents, and colleagues. This includes the ability to present complex information clearly and engage in constructive dialogue.
Organizational Skills: Exhibit strong organizational skills, including efficient time management, meticulous record-keeping, and the ability to finish tasks in a timely manner and manage multiple classroom responsibilities simultaneously.
Collaboration: Proven ability to effectively partner and collaborate with colleagues, administration, and parents to support the holistic development of students.
Confidentiality: Absolute ability to maintain confidentiality pertaining to all sensitive school, student, and personnel matters, adhering to ethical and legal standards.
Work Ethic: Demonstrate a strong work ethic, professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
Instructional Technology: Experience with and aptitude for using current educational technology to enhance classroom instruction, student engagement, and professional tasks.
Learning Management Systems (LMS): Such as Canvas or Google Classroom.
Productivity Suites: Including Google Suite for Education and/or Apple iWork Suite.
Hardware/Equipment: Expertise in operating devices such as MacBooks, iPads, and Interactive Whiteboards, or similar classroom presentation technologies.
Certification Requirement: Hold or be eligible to obtain a valid teaching certificate:
Licensure by a regional accreditation agency (e.g., ACSI) is highly preferred.
Valid/Professional State Teacher’s Certification (e.g., Florida Teacher’s Certification)
Eligibility for a Temporary State Certificate within 30 days of employment, with the expectation that a permanent certification is secured within three (3) years.
Teaching Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of successful classroom teaching experience in the subject area is recommended.
Demonstrated Ability: Possess demonstrated expertise and ability to manage, instruct, and motivate students, or provide equivalent proven subject expertise through related professional work experience.