Education
Upper School Lead Science Instructor
UPPER SCHOOL LEAD SCIENCE INSTRUCTOR
Employee Type: Full-time
Date Prepared: 1/31/2024
Reports To: Principal
OVERVIEW: The Upper School Lead Science Instructor provides science instruction for various science courses at Augustine Classical Academy. He/she works collaboratively with the Principal and Upper School teaching team to continue to build a robust science program at Augustine Classical Academy. He/she envisions the future of the program, opportunities to progressively grow and improve science education, and ensures quality instruction across all sciences and grade levels. He/she oversees any other science teachers or visiting instructors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Science Program Development
● Provide leadership and vision for growing the Upper School science program at ACA, rooted in the classical education model.
● Identify opportunities for growing and improving science education at ACA, including advanced science electives, AP and dual enrollment courses, and non-credit-bearing enrichment experiences (e.g., field trips, after-school programs, summer programs).
● Assist with research and development of potential honors and/or AP science courses.
● Ensure that all science courses are taught by qualified instructors.
● Manage and develop science teachers through classroom observation, feedback, etc.
● Cultivate collaboration and partnerships with area classical (and other) science program leaders.
● Pursue continuing education and best practices related to science education (e.g., science education-related publications, conferences, society memberships).
Science Instruction
● Provide science instruction in one or more of the following areas: earth science, physical science, biology, chemistry, physics.
● Divide lesson time effectively between lectures, student demonstrations, and labs, allowing sufficient time for in-class drills and homework assignments.
● Provide additional strategies and resources for struggling students; provide additional resources for gifted/advanced students.
● Maintain a clean, orderly, joyful learning environment at all times.
● Grade and return all student work within one week of its original submission.
● Participate in regular (monthly, unless otherwise specified) teacher-curriculum meetings.
● Participate in ACA’s Master Teacher Development program or other required staff development; attend staff development and in-service meetings.
● Provide grade-specific and science-specific feedback to ACA administration.
Partnership with Parents
● Participate in parent-related special events throughout the year (e.g., Exordium, Speech Meet).
● Maintain regular communication with parents through weekly updates, progress reports, parent-teacher conferences, and informal interactions.
● Respond to parent communications in a timely manner.
● Strive to resolve any parental concerns.
● Learn parent names and greet parents personally as opportunity presents.
Support of ACA Mission, Culture and Teaching Efforts
● Model school values and culture; lead by example.
● Cultivate a solutions-oriented outlook, a mentality of proactive action rather than reaction, a balance of excellence and grace, and a demeanor that glorifies God.
● Cultivate camaraderie and team-building with fellow employees.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
● Bachelor’s degree (minimum); Master’s degree or higher preferred
● Ability to commit to ACA mission, statement of faith, and employee standards of conduct
● Five or more years of classroom teaching experience
● Familiarity with Classical Christian education (preferred) and willingness to be trained in classical Christian educational model
● Excellent oral and written communication skills
● Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
● Ability to work well with children, staff, and parents
SALARY AND BENEFITS
● $55,000-70,000 annual salary depending on experience and qualifications
● PTO: four full days per year (in addition to days the school is closed)
● Sick Leave: five full days per year
● Partially sponsored health and dental insurance plans
● Reduced ACA tuition for dependents
● Employee Continuing Education Tuition Benefit with Colorado Christian University
To Apply: nate.ahern@augustineclassical.org