The John Cooper School is currently seeking an Upper School Science Teacher in Chemistry.
The John Cooper School, located in The Woodlands, TX, on a beautiful 40-acre campus with a total enrollment of 1,300 students, is an independent, coeducational college preparatory day school serving students in Prekindergarten through Grade 12. The Upper School (Grades 9-12) is a dynamic, caring, and collegial environment that fosters curiosity and joy in our learners.
Our Mission:
The John Cooper School’s mission is to provide a challenging education in a caring environment to a diverse group of select students, enabling them to become critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, responsible citizens and leaders, and lifelong learners.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach chemistry courses (4 or 5 sections) in the US Science Department. There is a need for the ability to teach a variety of levels in chemistry, and specific courses assigned will be a function of departmental need and candidate’s expertise.
- Advisor to a small group of Upper School students.
Requirements and Necessary Skills:
- Strong commitment to students’ progress, success, and social-emotional well-being
- Commitment to student-centered pedagogies and authentic assessments
- Knowledge of current best practices in Upper School education
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and desire to approach planning and innovation in a team environment
- Model lifelong learning for students with an openness to and enthusiasm for learning and professional growth
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
- Strong organizational skills
- A bachelor’s degree in science education or related field; Master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years applicable classroom teaching experience; independent school experience preferred
Application Materials Requested:
Resume
Cover Letter
Philosophy of Education
List of three References – two professional and one personal (we will not contact references without candidate permission)