Position Summary

The Pingry School seeks a dynamic and intellectually engaging Middle School Science Teacher—Leave Replacement to join a diverse academic community. The ideal candidate is committed to guiding young people as they construct their understanding of science in a studentcentered classroom environment. This educator is a collaborator with an appreciation for the teachable moment, when moral and ethical questions arise in and out of the classroom. A person with consistently high standards, the candidate of choice seeks growth and learning every day, both personally and professionally, and inspires others to do the same through optimism, selflessness, flexibility, and teamwork. With robust interpersonal skills, the selected candidate has a real desire to contribute to the school community by sharing their passions and through additional efforts such as advising students, coaching teams, directing clubs, or supervising activities.

Responsibilities:

Working closely with the Department and Division Director, specific responsibilities of the faculty member include:  

• Teaching four classes, or the equivalent.
• Serving as an advisor to a group of students.
• Participating on a grade-level team to support the academic and socioemotional development of students.
• Helping with the design and implementation of a Project Week, an intensive, hands-on, grade-level interdisciplinary experience.
• Attending faculty meetings and on- and off-campus professional growth opportunities.
• Supporting co- and extra-curricular learning, including field-based learning and outdoor education experiences.
• Sponsoring a student club and/or coaching an after-school activity or sport.
• Supporting all school programs as needed.