5th Grade Math-Science Teacher - New York City - New York
Classroom Work
The Math/Science teacher is responsible for working with 10/11 year olds. The math curriculum includes arithmetic, a rational number study, statistics, problem solving, and geometry. The focus of the science course is a study of force, motion, and simple machines, exploring variables as a function of experimental design, and a study of geology. The teacher must have background in a materials-based discovery approach to mathematics and/or science and be sensitive to individual needs within the group teaching.
Teachers are expected to create a learning environment that is consistent with developmental educational theory and practice.
In working with children and evaluating their work, teachers are expected to consider their social-emotional growth as well as their intellectual development. Teachers write comprehensive reports on children twice each year.
Work with Adults
The Math/Science Teacher is a member of a classroom team of teachers responsible for the academic and non-academic needs of students.
Math/Science teachers work under the supervision of the Math/Science Coordinator who is responsible for the development and implementation of the curriculum, and with the Coordinator of the Upper School.
Each teacher participates in weekly math/science meetings and bi-weekly staff meetings after school.
Teachers are required to be available for conference with classroom teachers and/or parents when needed
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| Location | New York City, New York, Northeast, USA |
| Start Date | July 2019 |
| Eligible Candidates | Licensed Teacher |
| Student Level | Elementary |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
Qualifications and Requirements
| Education Required | Bachelor |
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