p>Avenues Science teachers bring all or most of the following: • A strong science background and at least three years teaching experience in science instruction, preferably across multiple disciplines and grade levels, or as interdisciplinary courses • Comfort teaching general concepts in both physical, life, and earth sciences as well as focused coursework in biology, chemistry, or physics, with emphasis on chemistry and physics in the context of biological and ecological systems • Comfort incorporating connections from other disciplines in order to build a rich integrated science program • A familiarity with specialized topics in computer science, earth and space science, engineering design, environmental science and sustainability, algebra and calculus-based physics, research experiences for students, or technology integration; we highly value candidates who will help us develop a rich program of rigorous core content and electives • Experience in designing, developing and guiding students through rigorous science-focused and interdisciplinary project-based learning experiences • A commitment to student success beyond the science curriculum especially in "metacurricular" skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, communication, metacognition, and persistence • A focus on students as children and a recognition that healthy social and cognitive development is our primary charge • An enthusiasm for working with students and their families as individuals with disparate yet valuable gifts • A remarkable entrepreneurial drive, creativity and ability to bring new ideas to fruition • Intellectual curiosity and humility to reflect, welcome feedback, and grow in teaching practice.
At Avenues, science teachers ensure that students act and think like scientists every day: asking questions, conducting experiments, and trying to make sense of phenomena.
