Secondary Science Teacher
Posted: 1 week ago
Cap Cana Heritage School
Punta Cana, Dominican RepublicJob Description
POSITION: Secondary Science Teacher
REPORTS TO: Secondary Principal
FTE: Full Time
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Cap Cana Heritage School (CCHS) is a monolingual, American-type private school located in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic. Representing a diverse and international community with over 25 nationalities, CCHS is accredited by Cognia, the world's largest accreditation organization. The 10-acre campus features spacious classrooms and facilities, emphasizing a student-centered philosophy. CCHS promotes high expectations, leadership, wisdom, and integrity, fostering creative and critical thinkers who are responsible and respectful global citizens.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Secondary Science Teacher plans and delivers rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across science disciplines (biology, chemistry, physics, or integrated science) that promotes scientific literacy, inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This role fosters academic growth, laboratory safety and skills, and the development of evidence-based reasoning. The teacher models high standards and expectations, aligns instruction with the school’s philosophy and curriculum, upholds the school mission and vision, and exemplifies the values of leadership, wisdom, and integrity. The position requires collaboration with colleagues, engagement in continuous professional learning, and partnership with families to support student success.
Subject & Grade Level
Job Benefits
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified educator in Secondary Science
- Minimum 2 years successful teaching experience in high school science
- Strong content knowledge in assigned science discipline(s) and experience delivering inquiry-based, lab-centered instruction
- Proficiency with formative and summative assessment, data analysis, and differentiated instruction
- Experience designing and supervising safe laboratory experiences and adhering to safety protocols
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom/lab management skills; culturally responsive practice
- Demonstrated commitment to high expectations, rigorous instruction, and measurable student growth
- Alignment with the school’s mission, vision, and values of leadership, wisdom, and integrity
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, prepare, and deliver developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned lessons that promote scientific inquiry, conceptual understanding, and application of scientific practices
- Design and supervise safe, engaging laboratory and hands-on investigations; enforce safety protocols and maintain laboratory equipment and materials
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs, provide targeted interventions, and extend learning for advanced students
- Use a variety of assessment tools to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and maintain accurate records of learning outcomes
- Set and maintain high academic and behavioral expectations; use rigorous, scaffolded instruction to support student mastery and critical thinking
- Integrate cross-curricular connections and real-world applications to make learning relevant and engaging
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress, goals, and strategies to support learning at home; participate in conferences and outreach events
- Collaborate with department colleagues, interdisciplinary teams, and leadership to align curriculum, develop units, and share best practices
- Model and reinforce the school’s mission and vision; actively promote leadership, wisdom, and integrity among students and colleagues
- Participate in professional development, department meetings, and school-wide initiatives; contribute to professional learning communities
- Supervise students during labs, field experiences, and school activities as assigned to ensure safety and well-being
- Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and contribute to program documentation and compliance as requested by leadership
- Perform other duties as assigned by the High School Principal or Department Head
About Cap Cana Heritage School
GH6W+474, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
Cap Cana Heritage School is an educational community located in the exclusive area of Cap Cana, Punta Cana in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic. Founded in 2007, Cap Cana Heritage School is the third school in the Educación Integral network, an organization with many years of academic and administrative experience in the K-12 international education sector. Cap Cana Heritage School is an independent institution officially founded as a private, non-sectarian, international school. Since its creation, CCHS has offered an educational program for Dominican and international students interested in a U.S.-type curriculum preschool through high school.
Mission Statement:
To provide a student-centered environment based on high expectations that actively promotes leadership, wisdom, and integrity by fostering creative, critical thinkers who are lifelong learners, caring human beings and responsible global citizens.
Vision Statement:
To be a true learning community that is committed to the pursuit of excellence, leadership and personal integrity.
Student Outcomes:
-To develop competencies in the use of technology and information
-To develop competencies in critical thinking and investigative learning
-To develop competencies in creative arts and cultural awareness
-To develop competencies in social and personal responsibility
-To develop competencies in learning to learn
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Secondary Science Teacher
Job Description
POSITION: Secondary Science Teacher
REPORTS TO: Secondary Principal
FTE: Full Time
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Cap Cana Heritage School (CCHS) is a monolingual, American-type private school located in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic. Representing a diverse and international community with over 25 nationalities, CCHS is accredited by Cognia, the world's largest accreditation organization. The 10-acre campus features spacious classrooms and facilities, emphasizing a student-centered philosophy. CCHS promotes high expectations, leadership, wisdom, and integrity, fostering creative and critical thinkers who are responsible and respectful global citizens.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Secondary Science Teacher plans and delivers rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across science disciplines (biology, chemistry, physics, or integrated science) that promotes scientific literacy, inquiry, critical thinking, and problem-solving. This role fosters academic growth, laboratory safety and skills, and the development of evidence-based reasoning. The teacher models high standards and expectations, aligns instruction with the school’s philosophy and curriculum, upholds the school mission and vision, and exemplifies the values of leadership, wisdom, and integrity. The position requires collaboration with colleagues, engagement in continuous professional learning, and partnership with families to support student success.
Subject & Grade Level
Job Benefits
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified educator in Secondary Science
- Minimum 2 years successful teaching experience in high school science
- Strong content knowledge in assigned science discipline(s) and experience delivering inquiry-based, lab-centered instruction
- Proficiency with formative and summative assessment, data analysis, and differentiated instruction
- Experience designing and supervising safe laboratory experiences and adhering to safety protocols
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom/lab management skills; culturally responsive practice
- Demonstrated commitment to high expectations, rigorous instruction, and measurable student growth
- Alignment with the school’s mission, vision, and values of leadership, wisdom, and integrity
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plan, prepare, and deliver developmentally appropriate, standards-aligned lessons that promote scientific inquiry, conceptual understanding, and application of scientific practices
- Design and supervise safe, engaging laboratory and hands-on investigations; enforce safety protocols and maintain laboratory equipment and materials
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs, provide targeted interventions, and extend learning for advanced students
- Use a variety of assessment tools to monitor student progress, inform instruction, and maintain accurate records of learning outcomes
- Set and maintain high academic and behavioral expectations; use rigorous, scaffolded instruction to support student mastery and critical thinking
- Integrate cross-curricular connections and real-world applications to make learning relevant and engaging
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress, goals, and strategies to support learning at home; participate in conferences and outreach events
- Collaborate with department colleagues, interdisciplinary teams, and leadership to align curriculum, develop units, and share best practices
- Model and reinforce the school’s mission and vision; actively promote leadership, wisdom, and integrity among students and colleagues
- Participate in professional development, department meetings, and school-wide initiatives; contribute to professional learning communities
- Supervise students during labs, field experiences, and school activities as assigned to ensure safety and well-being
- Maintain accurate records, prepare reports, and contribute to program documentation and compliance as requested by leadership
- Perform other duties as assigned by the High School Principal or Department Head
Our Commitment
Please note that Teach Away provides information on behalf of schools and cannot accept liability for information provided or policies schools may adopt. Be sure to verify all details that apply to you, and check for the latest visa and work permit requirements. For any questions regarding job postings, please contact the school directly.
Teach Away believes in diversity and inclusivity, and that everyone deserves to be treated with respect and be considered fairly and equally for employment. We ensure all schools we work with adhere to our pledge to promote inclusivity and diversity in education and recruitment practices.
About Cap Cana Heritage School
GH6W+474, Punta Cana 23000, Dominican Republic
Cap Cana Heritage School is an educational community located in the exclusive area of Cap Cana, Punta Cana in the eastern region of the Dominican Republic. Founded in 2007, Cap Cana Heritage School is the third school in the Educación Integral network, an organization with many years of academic and administrative experience in the K-12 international education sector. Cap Cana Heritage School is an independent institution officially founded as a private, non-sectarian, international school. Since its creation, CCHS has offered an educational program for Dominican and international students interested in a U.S.-type curriculum preschool through high school.
Mission Statement:
To provide a student-centered environment based on high expectations that actively promotes leadership, wisdom, and integrity by fostering creative, critical thinkers who are lifelong learners, caring human beings and responsible global citizens.
Vision Statement:
To be a true learning community that is committed to the pursuit of excellence, leadership and personal integrity.
Student Outcomes:
-To develop competencies in the use of technology and information
-To develop competencies in critical thinking and investigative learning
-To develop competencies in creative arts and cultural awareness
-To develop competencies in social and personal responsibility
-To develop competencies in learning to learn
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