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Form of workHigh School Biology Teacher
The Environmental Charter School is seeking highly dedicated and motivated individual for our 2023-24 school year. Successful candidates must be progressive minded, and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration, candidates should have a degree or experience in education, a strong work ethic, and a “whatever it takes” attitude.
WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL
The Environmental Charter School’s faculty and staff are passionate, talented and uncompromising with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level following our guiding principles of catalyst, character, collaboration, and commitment. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed – and continually refined – to ensure that goal. Our work is student-centered, constantly improving, and reflective. ECS’s progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores, long waiting lists, and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh, serve as a model in environmentally-focused education.
OVERVIEW
The ECS Science Teacher has strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in secondary education, and a strong interest in environmental studies. The Science Teacher works in a highly collaborative environment and makes deep connections with students. The Science Teacher works closely with his/her grade level team, instructional coaches, and principal. Candidates should be energetic and progressive minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade level and vertical teams.
Key Responsibilities
The Environmental Charter School is seeking highly dedicated and motivated individual for our 2023-24 school year. Successful candidates must be progressive minded, and embody a can-do spirit and work ethic. For best consideration, candidates should have a degree or experience in education, a strong work ethic, and a “whatever it takes” attitude.
WORKING AT THE ENVIRONMENTAL CHARTER SCHOOL
The Environmental Charter School’s faculty and staff are passionate, talented and uncompromising with a mission to make sure all students succeed at a high level following our guiding principles of catalyst, character, collaboration, and commitment. Every aspect of our organization and program is designed – and continually refined – to ensure that goal. Our work is student-centered, constantly improving, and reflective. ECS’s progressive approach to education challenges faculty to take risks. We strongly value collaboration and recognize the power of systems thinking. Our high achievement scores, long waiting lists, and unique location in the city of Pittsburgh, serve as a model in environmentally-focused education.
OVERVIEW
The ECS Science Teacher has strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in secondary education, and a strong interest in environmental studies. The Science Teacher works in a highly collaborative environment and makes deep connections with students. The Science Teacher works closely with his/her grade level team, instructional coaches, and principal. Candidates should be energetic and progressive minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade level and vertical teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Work with the Environmental Charter School’s scope and sequence to create purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that employ a variety of teaching strategies, provide meaningful instruction, and maximize time on task
- Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment in which all students can experience success
- Structure compelling, standards-based lessons that challenge students’ critical thinking and align with lesson, unit, and grade-level objectives
- Regularly evaluate student progress using a variety of assessment methods including standardized assessments, teacher-designed tests, and samples of student work
- Utilize the google platform for document development
- Support the development of the 1:1 device implementation for students, including instructing digital citizenship
- Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with other program directors, and outside professional opportunities
- Communicate regularly with families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school relationship
Educational Background and Work Experience
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- PA certification in Biology 7-12
- Prior teaching experience at the secondary level preferred
- Advanced placement certification or willingness to obtain certification highly desirable
- Familiarity with charter schools
Compensation & Benefits
- Minimum starting salary of $43,716 with consideration for verified prior years’ teaching experience.
- ECS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-, and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and participation in a generous 403b retirement plan.
To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and teaching certificate to: https://ecspgh.org/careers/. Upcoming graduates may upload a placeholder letter from their institution in lieu of a teaching certificate.
Clearances current within one year of hire date will be required and include, Arrest & Conviction Disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34), and FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandatory Reporter Training also will be required.
ECS is an equal opportunity employer.
ECS is an equal opportunity employer.
