Careers At The New School
NOW HIRING: Science Teacher
The New School is seeking a compassionate, dynamic and adventurous individual for a science teaching position. The New School is a democratic, independent high school in Kennebunk, Maine. Our holistic environment offers terrific opportunities for a reflective, creative educator looking to experience a truly student-centered curriculum. Work directly with students to develop authentic, meaningful curriculum. Get out of the classroom and into the field or the community for experiential learning. Collaborate with team members to provide integrated, hands-on experiences.
The successful candidate will be a life-long learner who embraces diversity and wants to work within a democratic community. Above all, the candidate must trust and support the capacity of young people to be responsible for their own learning. The position is full-time and will begin August 20, 2024. Please submit an application with a resume, letter of interest, certificate (or plans to obtain the certificate), and names of three references and their contact information. To learn more about the school and download application materials, go to www.tnsk.org. Letters of interest, resumes, and applications will be accepted until August 5, 2024. Interviews begin August 7.
Job qualifications and responsibilities
- State of Maine Secondary Science Teaching Certificate or actively engaged in working towards the certificate
- Design standards-based curriculum and assessments with student and faculty input
- Work closely with the faculty team
- Offer students an integrated, hands-on, minds-on science curriculum that includes fieldwork and community connections
- Provide differentiated instruction within heterogeneous, multi-aged classrooms
- Help students develop a sense of responsibility for their own learning
- Plan and attend retreats, field trips, and travel learning which may include overnights.
- Take turns being the teacher representative at community and committee meetings.
- Be an Advisor to a group of students: helping each student design, navigate, and succeed in their chosen path of study at The New School; plan for steps after graduation; learn skills for building and participating in a strong democratic community
The New School is an equal opportunity employer. The New School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, immigration status, age, or physical or mental ability.