Middle School Science Teacher & Advisor

Episcopal Day School – Augusta, GA, United States

The Middle School Science Teacher & Advisor fosters academic excellence and supports the social and emotional growth of students within a collaborative and engaging learning environment. This educational leader will bring energy and enthusiasm for teaching with a commitment to fulfilling the school’s mission within the community of students and families. As part of a collaborative teaching team, this teacher will provide engaging and inquiry-based instruction that fosters students’ curiosity about the natural world and encourages critical thinking and problem-solving.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in middle school science, the ability to inspire a love for scientific exploration, and the skills to guide students in developing resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset.

This position also involves serving as an advisor to a small group of students, providing guidance and support for their academic, social, and emotional development.

This is a full-time, ten-month faculty position reporting to the Middle School Division Head.

• Design and implement engaging, inquiry-based science lessons that encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and hands‑on experimentation.
• Integrate real‑world applications and experiential learning opportunities into the science curriculum.
• Use varied assessment tools to monitor progress and make instructional adjustments to support student success.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs while managing whole‑group and individualized experiences.
• Apply effective classroom management strategies, utilizing the Developmental Designs for Middle School approach to create a respectful, collaborative environment.
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development and advocating for their growth toward “responsible independence.”
• Collaborate with colleagues to enrich the middle school experience and provide a cohesive support network for each student.
• Communicate proactively and positively with parents to keep them informed about student progress and achievements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflect on teaching practices to ensure continuous improvement.
• Participate in grade‑level overnight and day field trips designed to enhance students’ learning experiences and support their social‑emotional growth.
• Support school‑wide events and activities that contribute to a positive school culture and fulfill all professional responsibilities, including supervision and reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree in education or science with an education focus (minimum)
• Teaching experience in the middle school science classroom, with a strong foundation in middle school science content
• Genuine interest in and understanding of middle grades child development and respectful management techniques
• Proficiency in differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs
• Strong communication skills for effectively engaging with students, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to continuous professional learning and implementation of chosen programs
• Ability to approach varied responsibilities with enthusiasm, creativity, integrity, flexibility, and humor.
• Openness to collaboration with colleagues across grade levels
• Technologically literate, with the ability to integrate technology as a tool for effective teaching and learning.