Elementary School Lab Science Teacher

Job Title: Lab Science Teacher - Elementary

Position Type: (Exempt or Non-Exempt): Exempt, Full-time

Reports to: Dean of Students – Lower School

Closing Date: When Filled

Start Date: August 1, 2024

Location: Redmond, WA

Pay Range: $62,000 - $104,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Benefits for Benefit Eligible Employees:

Employer-Subsidized Medical

Dental and Vision Insurance available to employees at full cost

Employer-Paid Life, AD&D, and Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Leave (Vacation, PTO, Maternity, Paternity)

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement

Professional Development

Tuition Discount

Discounted School Lunches

Costco Membership Reimbursement

Application: ONLY Accepted at https://www.tbcs.org/employment; to view our school profile, go to School Profile - The Bear Creek School (tbcs.org).

Do you find fulfillment in contributing to something larger than yourself, creating a lasting impact? Do you enjoy being part of a Christian community united in a common goal? Do you enjoy making a difference in the lives of students directly in the classroom or through a supporting role? Read on to find out more about our amazing school!

The Bear Creek School is a classical Christian School for preschool – grade 12. We are a nondenominational, private, day school accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools. At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students and introducing them to the great minds, great works, great events, great discoveries, and great art of the centuries. We believe knowledge which endures is worth student attention; we believe studying minds of the past helps us understand and shape our future; we believe wisdom is developed by reflectively considering ideas in light of the Christian worldview. The school’s mission is to provide a high-quality, Christian liberal arts education in a nurturing environment that will enable each student to become the individual God intends. Please see our website, www.tbcs.org, for additional information.

Your Role.

The Bear Creek School is currently seeking to add a member to our teaching team! Teachers are responsible for using a classical Christian education model to teach students, develop virtue, and help each student grow into the individual God intends. Lessons are carefully planned to inspire and motivate students and to support them in reaching the learning outcomes. A successful teacher creates a nurturing environment where all students feel known and valued.

Why you should work at The Bear Creek School.

Bear Creek is a vibrant community of faculty and staff committed to the mission, offering many ways for students and adults to learn, play, and serve together in an inclusive, caring environment.

At The Bear Creek School, a Christian classical education serves as a powerful framework for teaching and inspiring students. You can support the mission of Bear Creek through leading the classroom environment and having an impact on the lives of students. The individual in this role teaches lower school lab-based science classes using a Christian classical educational model. The teacher instructs students using a variety of methods and hands-on experiences utilizing exploration and the scientific method.

We are seeking an individual who will:

Approach classroom instruction and student interactions from a Christian Worldview

Collaborate with grade level teams and department members to plan and implement the school’s liberal arts curriculum.

Actively ensure academic growth in every student by utilizing a variety of instructional techniques.

Communicate with parents in regular posts about students’ learning with photos and class happenings.

Create a predictable and supportive classroom environment.

Increase professional knowledge by participating in professional development opportunities and weekly faculty meetings.

Plan and develop engaging, age-appropriate course of study in the classroom, adhering to educational best practices, and prepare daily and weekly lesson plans to help students meet the learning goals.

Track student progress by maintaining required paperwork for individual student files, attendance and incident reports, and other necessary records and communicate with homeroom teachers.

Organize, introduce, and schedule Innovation Lab for each class.

Attend school events outside regular school hours including curriculum night, arts performances, science fairs, open houses, & professional development sessions.

Create a predictable and supportive classroom environment.

Monitors halls, study periods, and lunchrooms with other faculty and staff.

Inventory curriculum and supplies and manage the science budget under the oversight of the supervisor requisitioning supplies as needed and approved.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Plan lab-based science lessons that help students learn the grammar of science.

Plan lessons that inspire and motivate students to engage in the study of science with curiosity and wonder.

Develop scientific understanding, application, and process in students using classical pedagogy and the scientific method.

Provide opportunities for personal engagement with the Gospel through instruction and hands-on activities.

Examine with students the integral nature of Christian thought.

Teach students how to engage in cultural discernment.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

The successful individual in this position will:

Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Take initiative.

Execute tasks independently when needed and regularly work cooperatively with a team.

Required Experience and Education:

Bachelor’s degree required.

A degree in science education also preferred.

Teaching credential preferred.

Experience working with Lower School students preferred.

Familiarity with classical methodology and Christian Worldview integration preferred.

Currently holds CPR/AED/First Aid Certification (with Epinephrine Auto Injector supplement included), or arrangements made to obtain certification within 90 days of employment start date.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer. No sponsorship is available for this position.

It's more than a Job. As a part of our community, you also need to:

Positively support the school’s policies and practices and work collaboratively in a professional organization.

Be truthful, positive, and purposeful when communicating with others.

Be able to use strong written and oral communication skills to transfer thoughts and express ideas.

Be flexible and adaptable in dealing with new, different, or changing requirements.

Maintain confidentiality and security of information.

Hold self and others accountable to accomplish results.

Be effective in handling multiple concurrent tasks.

Be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, ability to learn and work with the school’s integrated data-based software package as needed.

Adhere to biblical standards in all areas of conduct.

You must meet the following physical requirements.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing to teach.

Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds at times.

Must be able to traverse classroom and adjust one’s tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach each child.

Requires standing for long periods of time.

Able to make visual and auditory evaluation of student work and performance.

To apply or view all jobs at The Bear Creek School go to https://www.tbcs.org/employment.

Disclaimers

The Bear Creek School is an equal opportunity employer. All employees of The Bear Creek School must agree to carry out their responsibilities in a manner that is consistent with The Bear Creek School’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Employee Handbook, and conduct themselves in a manner consistent with Biblical standards.

Offers of employment are contingent on the successful outcome a criminal background check.

The above job posting is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of all jobs at The Bear Creek School.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who cannot perform the essential functions of the position, even with reasonable accommodations, or who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees and students.