(NAME-MCE) US Chemistry/Physics Teacher 07-08 job posting

[Wendy Russell]

NOTICE

March 1, 2007

 

Professional Opportunity:  Upper School Chemistry/Physics Teacher 07-08 

 

Lakeside School is an independent coeducational day school offering a broad curriculum in the liberal arts. Founded in 1919, the school enrolls 776 students in grades 5 through 12 from diverse ethnic, racial, religious, and economic backgrounds.

The mission of Lakeside School is to develop in intellectually capable young people the creative minds, healthy bodies, and ethical spirits needed to contribute wisdom, compassion, and leadership to a global society. We provide a rigorous, dynamic academic program through which effective educators lead students to take responsibility for learning. We are committed to sustaining a school in which individuals representing diverse cultures and experiences instruct one another in the meaning and value of community and in the joy and importance of lifelong learning.

 

This position will be a full-time, regular faculty appointment, starting in late August 2007. This position will require sitting, standing, walking to other parts of campus, and repetitive computer work. 

 

Responsibilities. The Upper School chemistry/physics teacher will have primary responsibility for teaching four sections of high-school science in some combination of chemistry and physics. Currently, Lakeside School offers high-school courses in introductory and advanced (AP) biology; introductory general and intensive physics and advanced (AP level C) physics; general and intensive (AP) chemistry as well as advanced chemistry; and environmental science. Semester-length electives cover other topics in earth and life sciences, such as forensic science, geology, anatomy and physiology, and marine science. To graduate, students must take one year of biology, at least a semester each of physics and chemistry, and a semester of environmental science. The specific teaching assignment will be based on Upper School Science Department needs (based on student sign-ups) and the teacher's preferences and training. Science instruction at Lakeside demands a considerable degree of laboratory experimentation and computer literacy; incorporation of technology into the curriculum is a school-wide goal supported by a 7-12 student laptop program. Essential duties will include (1) classroom instruction; (2) conferences with students and colleagues; (3) active participation in the work of the department(s) on curriculum development and pedagogy; (4) acting as an academic adviser to a group of students; and (5) assuming at least one additional duty as a faculty member (advising a student club, joining a standing committee, and the like).

 

Qualifications. The successful applicant will have a bachelor's degree (BA or BS) in either chemistry or physics, ideally with a minor in the other. We encourage candidates with degrees in any of the physical sciences to apply, as long as coursework includes extensive, strong grounding in other fields to support a broad understanding of the sciences applicable to a high-school setting. Either a master's degree in one of the sciences or considerable high-school teaching experience at the AP level is required; candidates with the master's degree as well as AP teaching experience will be preferred. In any event, applicants must have experience in teaching high-school-aged students or freshman- and sophomore-level college students. Familiarity with computers and their use in science instruction is essential (PC/ Windows platform). References should speak to the candidate's eagerness and enthusiasm in working effectively with capable young people at this level, and to his or her ability to work harmoniously and competently with adult colleagues. 

 

Salary/Benefits. Lakeside School is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding employees through a compensation plan that compares favorably with those of peer schools both locally and nationwide. Individual salary levels-negotiable depending on education and experience-are very competitive. A full benefits package includes TIAA/CREF retirement and generous medical/dental coverage, and equals the best plans in private industry. 

 

Application Process. Applicants should call 206/440-2763 to request an application form or download a form from the Lakeside School web site (www.lakesideschool.org), and should submit this with a resumé to:  Lakeside School Employment, Lakeside School, 14050 First Avenue NE, Seattle, Washington, 98125-3099. This position will be open until filled. Lakeside School is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking to diversify its workplace.