Science Teacher; Junior High

American Heritage Schools-Palm Beach Campus is looking for a Middle School Science Teacher. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of science curriculum—including topics in the Life, Earth and Physical Sciences—and a commitment to creating an engaging, hands‑on learning environment. Responsibilities include developing and implementing inquiry‑based lessons, demonstrating strong knowledge of school lab techniques, and fostering a love of science among our students.

We offer a supportive school community and opportunities for professional growth. Experience teaching middle science is a plus.

• 100% free tuition for all employees’ eligible children *
• 50% discount for Summer Education for employees’ eligible children
• Free Summer Day Camp for employees’ eligible children while working over the summer
• Free early care & after‑care for employees’ eligible children while working
• Yearly cash bonuses
• 401K with partial employer match after a year of employment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Supplemental Insurance plans available
• Pet Insurance options
• Short‑term & Long‑term Disability options
• Life Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Affordable Company housing when available
• Additional earnings available through Tutoring Department and Summer Education Programs
• Free Continuing Education available

* This benefit is based on space availability and child acceptance to the school.

• Demonstrate mastery of content knowledge.
• Ensure a high‑quality learning experience; plan and implement learning tasks with purpose and innovation:
  • Follow the AHS curriculum framework/scope and sequence.
  • Articulate instructional purpose and learning outcomes.
  • Design structured lessons and activities focused on student engagement and critical thinking.
  • Curate and design resources and incorporate instructional technologies aligned with learning outcomes.
  • Provide clear expectations for learning and clear explanations of content using academic language.
  • Align activities, assignments, questions, and discussions with learning outcomes.
  • Enter all lesson activities, assignments, and assessments into the school’s learning management system one week in advance, by each Friday afternoon; include due dates so that they are visible in student and parent calendars.
• Ensure learning by all students by frequently monitoring student understanding:
  • Assess learning in a variety of ways, using formative and summative measures—including traditional and alternative assessments; prepare and administer semester and/or final exams and standardized tests.
  • Provide timely and relevant feedback to students and parents; enter grades into the school learning management/student information systems weekly.
  • Use assessment data to inform instructional decisions.
• Differentiate and modify learning tasks according to student need; implement accommodations as directed.
• Demonstrate caring and respect in interactions with students.
• Establish routines and procedures for a productive physical environment.
• Monitor student behavior so that students take ownership and contribute to a positive, productive learning environment:
  • Maintain standards of appropriate discipline in accordance with school rules and the student handbook.
  • Provide for students’ safety and general welfare.
• Proactively communicate with parents, principals, and academic advisors:
  • Prepare progress reports and provide comments as needed.
  • Conduct parent/teacher conferences quarterly and as needed.
• Be an active contributor to the school’s curriculum; provide feedback and share resources with colleagues.
• Contribute to team‑planning; attend and engage in professional learning communities (formal cross‑campus meetings for collaboration and intensive reflection upon instructional practices and desired student outcomes); attend team, department, and staff meetings.
• Demonstrate a commitment to professional learning.
• Prepare for and attend required events—Back to School Night, Meet and Greets, Conference Days, and Professional Development Days.
• Provide required weekly extra help after school.
• If teaching in the Academy Program, provide expert differentiated instruction and demonstrate strategies for meeting the needs…