Part-Time Science Teacher

Part-Time Science Teacher: Earth Science, Environmental Dynamics

Montini Catholic High School seeks a Part-Time Science teacher. The ideal candidate has a bachelors or masters degree, is certified at the high school level, has teaching experience, and a thorough knowledge of subject matter. A summary of the classes for this position is included below.

Environmental Dynamics

This is a year-long course available to juniors and seniors that explores thematic connections between biology, chemistry, and physics. The curriculum focuses on real-life environmental issues and everyday practical problems to promote student awareness and understanding. Students can expect an emphasis on hands-on activities and laboratory exercises designed to refine problem-solving, laboratory procedures, and scientific reading and writing skills.

Earth Science

Open to students in grades 11 and 12, this course provides a comprehensive study of Astronomy, Oceanography, Geology, and Meteorology. Experimentation serves as a core component of the class. A unique feature of the curriculum is its integration of local Chicago-area topics, specifically regarding its weather and geology related to glaciation.

Candidates must be able to prepare and deliver lesson plans that are engaging for students while utilizing a variety of instructional techniques consistent with the established curriculum. The candidate should be energetic, dedicated to the school community, and able to creatively engage today's learners. Experience working in a one-to-one environment is also preferred. This educator would join a learning community with others who thrive in a mission driven educational environment, foster an inclusive learning community, are highly engaging educators, are passionate about teaching young people, are able to teach all ability levels, and are dedicated to the success of the overall school community.

The Montini teaching experience is noted for including a supportive and collaborative environment, families that are engaged with and involved in the community, students who are proud to be part of our school, are active learners, value relationships with their teachers, strive to be successful, and treat classmates and instructors with respect.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Teaching Certification (Required)