Science Teacher (Grades 7-8

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Science Teacher (Grades 7-8)

For over 50 years, Lawrence has delivered academic excellence to students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and ADHD. Through continuous on-site training and professional development, our faculty become true experts in how students process information. Here, small class sizes and a supportive environment create a foundation for unparalleled success—for both students and teachers alike.

We are currently seeking a highly-qualified, charismatic, and inspiring educator to teach Middle School Science (Grades 7–8) at our Sagamore Hills Campus.

Please note: The following description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may not include all of the duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities associated with this position.

• Academic Preparation:
  Prepare thoroughly for each assigned period to ensure content is presented in a structured, systematic way and skill deficits are remediated appropriately.
• Specialized Methodology:
  Utilize specialized Lawrence School instructional methodology and multisensory approaches following appropriate training.
• Environment:
  Maintain a highly structured classroom environment that minimizes disruptions and supports all students' unique learning needs.
• Behavioral Management:
  Follow Assertive Discipline in responding to student behavior and seek assistance from the Campus Leadership Council when situations are intense or ambiguous.
• Instructional Support:
  Integrate diverse learning strategies and adapt classroom technology to enhance the learning experience.
• Administration:
  Perform assigned teacher duties (lunch, activity, etc.) consistently and ensure administrative staff has accurate, up-to-date attendance info daily.

• Grading:
  Input grades into the database weekly, ensuring the current week’s grades are posted for viewing by parents by Friday.
• Planning:
  Complete biweekly curriculum maps to plan academic skills instruction, executive function support, and assessments.
• Reporting:
  Complete all assigned reports (IEP progress reports, grade reports, etc.) thoroughly and promptly.
• Compliance:
  Review and recommend updates to Student Learning Plans; report any case of suspected child abuse or neglect to the Head of Upper School, Division Directors, or Head of School on the same day received.
• Leadership
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Communicate effectively and frequently with the Campus Leadership Council on issues related to students, parents, or school operations.

• Responsiveness:
  Follow up on parent contacts within 24 hours.
• Touchpoints:
  Communicate effectively and frequently with parents, meeting or exceeding contract requirements.
• Events:
  Prepare for and participate in parent conference events (November and March) and special meetings related to assigned students.

• Mission Support:
  Supports the mission of Lawrence School.
• Professionalism:
  Maintain a positive, professional presence in the school while attending school-sponsored activities and when representing Lawrence School in the larger community.
• Campus Life:
  Advise at least one extra-curricular or athletic program per year.
• Professional Growth:
  
  Attend and contribute positively to mandatory weekly Professional Learning Community (PLC) meetings. Inform the Academic Dean and Division Director at least 24 hours in advance if a schedule conflict arises.
• Collaboration:
  
  Treats each student, co-worker, parent, and community member with consistent respect and actively seeks opportunities for cooperation and collaboration.
• Operational Duties:
  Maintain accurate records; complete and submit required paperwork to the proper office according to the deadline. Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Science Education or a related field; teaching certification is required.
• Certification: ODEW Teacher certification required. (Intervention…