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If you have a passion for Science and a gift for inspiring young minds, we are looking for you.
We are currently recruiting for an English teacher and Science Teacher to join our outstanding faculty of teachers . You must have a solid understanding of the national curriculum standards and have experience closing the achievement gap, and you must also develop engaging and innovative lessons that allow our students to grow academically, socially and emotionally. You are someone who incorporates technology and hands-on learning experiences into the classroom with enthusiasm. The ideal candidate also believes in collaboration with other colleagues and promotes understanding and communication in a diverse learning and cultural environment.
Job Responsibilities
Create daily lesson plans and learning activities for students based on national, local and school standards in science education and research and knowledge of developmental behaviors.
Deliver high-quality, engaging instruction in the form of discussion, direct teaching, demonstrations and independent practice using a variety of proven methods.
Differentiate lessons when needed to give all students access to the curriculum regardless of disability, instructional level, English proficiency or level of interest in the subject.
Evaluate student performance on tasks established by the standards using different methods such as observation, performance-based tasks or other standard test practices.
Maintain a safe, orderly and supportive classroom by modeling expected behavior and standards, promoting positive interactions and quickly addressing behaviors that are not in line with the school discipline plan.
Communicate with parents regarding student progress, potential and behavior periodically through phone or electronic means and at parent and teacher conferences.
Improve skills and knowledge in teaching by regularly taking classes, attending workshops and discovering new methods of delivering exciting content to students.
Job Skills & Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in science education or another related field
Completion of an internship or field experience in secondary education
Current certification in science education
Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing
Preferred:
Just like many well known organizations, Lightkeepers International started out with a vision. Our vision is to make affordable educational and recreational programs available to the community. In 2018, we took an initiative and formed an alliance with International Friendship, a non-profit grassroots organization. Under our leadership, My Lighthouse division of International Friendship became a bustling hub that offered a variety of classes to different segments of the neighborhood demographics. We helped to connect over 400 parents with the educators who were offering educational programs at My Lighthouse of IFC. Lightkeepers Int. helped to build government liaisons by participating at the community board meetings and School Counselor meetings at local schools. In 2020, Lightkeepers Int. established a new partnership with Kingsbay Y. We are looking to establish a network of talent that will contribute to Kings bay Y programming and create new opportunities for community engagement. Lightkeepers Int also offers professional staff who are able to deliver the sessions in person as well as online. We are always looking to acquire more talents and partnerships.