ABOUT US: Oregon Episcopal School occupies a wooded 59 acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The School values employees who seek to continually develop the OES Essential Competencies in themselves and others and are prepared to engage in a vibrant, culturally diverse learning community.

JOB SUMMARY: The Upper School science teacher at OES teaches inquiry-based science classes to students in grades nine through twelve. The teacher collaborates with colleagues to design and implement curriculum and learner-centered activities that emphasize analytical thinking, research, problem solving, collaboration, and ask students to think deeply and creatively about concepts and applications. Success in this position requires the ability to be a teacher-leader who can help iterate the nationally recognized science research program at OES. Furthermore, they should understand and model the importance of involvement in the community, ongoing learning, and authentic collaboration with other faculty and staff to advance the School’s mission. Teachers are expected to bring an innovative, energetic spirit to the classroom, constantly seeking ways to make problem solving essential to adolescents. The US science teacher should have a strong facility with technology, and a flexible mindset that enriches collaboration and design thinking. Finally, the successful teacher sill see students as budding scholars, creators, and engaged human beings. 

This is a full-time position that comes with a competitive salary, abundant professional development opportunities, and a generous benefits package including tuition remission for up to two admissions eligible children. For more information on benefits at OES visit the OES Benefits Guide.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Create, communicate, and maintain clear, consistent, and appropriate learning objectives and expectations that are aligned with the Science Department’s goals.
• Provide frequent, constructive, objective, and prompt feedback.
• Seek and constructively use professional feedback.
• Design assessments and activities as tools for student learning and growth.
• Engage fully in inclusive curriculum development activities.
• Recognize, respect and promote the cultural difference and diversity of the individuals in the classroom and community.
• Collaborate with colleagues.
• Communicate responsibly and professionally with colleagues, families, and students.
• Establish and maintain relationships with students and families that promote learning.
• Seek to understand, value, and respond to each student.
• Differentiate instruction.
• Believe in each person’s potential for growth.
• Experiment with teaching strategies.
• Maintain high standards for student behavior in and out of the classroom.
• Integrate technology in teaching and assessment.
• Serve as a role model for Upper School students.
• Attend division meetings, grade-level team meetings, and Science Department meetings.
• Engage in professional growth and development activities including the School’s DEI programming. 
• Participate in the life of the school by attending school activities, events, meetings, and conferences.
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students.
• Go on at least one overnight trip.