Middle School Science Teacher - Scottsdale, AZ

## Middle School Science Teacher - Scottsdale, AZApplyremote type:
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Scottsdale, AZtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 7 Days Agojob requisition :
R-108
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* Job Description:

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* Position Title:

** Middle School Science Teacher - Scottsdale, AZ
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* Location:

** Scottsdale Preparatory Academy - Scottsdale, AZ
** Compensation Type:
** Salary
* * Compensation Amount:
** Starting at $41,150.00
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* Position Summary:

** We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX).  Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally.
** Humane Letters at Great Hearts:
** The Humane Letters courses are central to the academies' classical liberal arts curricula:
* Two-hour seminar style courses focusing on great works of literature, history, and philosophy from the Western Tradition.
* Strong and deliberate focus on primary sources.
* Socratic approach and seminar style discussions in the classrooms.
** Our academies offer the following courses as a part of their curricula:
*** Humane Letters I (focused on American studies with a strong history component - 9th grade)
* Humane Letters II (focused on European studies with a strong history component - 10th grade)
* Huma  
** Science at Great Hearts:**  + Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Physics (I
- Mechanics and II
-E&M), Chemistry and Biology  + Science courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful.  + Science courses are rigorous and content-rich, with a focus on laboratory and field experience.
** Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:
*** Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
* Matching 401K program
* Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities
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* Roles and Responsibilities:

*** Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.
* Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.
* Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.
* Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.
* Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.
** Required/

Preferred Education:

*** Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role
* Certification is not required for general education
* All majors are welcome
** Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.
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* Travel required:

May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
**** This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
**** Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**###

About Us:

** Our purpose is to cultivate the minds and hearts of students through the pursuit of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.
** Great Hearts Academies leads the way in classical, liberal arts education. We are a growing network of charter schools…