Posted: 28-Aug-24
Location: Dobbs Ferry, New York
Type: Full Time
Title: 8th Grade Science Leave Replacement 2024-2025 (partial year)
Reports to: Head of Middle School
Status: Full-Time Exempt, Partial Academic Year, Benefits-eligible
Salary Range: Prorated based on a yearly salary of $60k-$100k
Start Date: As soon as possible
ABOUT MASTERS:
The Masters School (www.mastersny.org) is a premier coed day and boarding school that engages 5th – 12th grade students with a challenging academic program in a welcoming learning environment. Located on 96 picturesque acres overlooking the Hudson River, The Masters School community takes advantage of both its access to the tri-state area and its proximity to the rich cultural and educational magnet that is New York City. Students benefit from the resources, diversity and activities of Masters 7-day campus and accessible, talented faculty and staff. From our exceptional academics and outstanding visual and performing arts program to our championship athletic teams, the Masters learning experience prepares students for success in college, career and life.
MISSION AND BELIEFS STATEMENT:
The Masters School celebrates active participation, deep understanding, and meaningful connection. A community of diverse individuals, we gather to learn, to strive, to dare, to do – to be a power for good in the world.
In addition, The Masters School seeks employees committed to the work of advancing equity in the school community and beyond. A community of diverse individuals, we celebrate both our differences and our similarities, and we embrace a broad definition of diversity that includes but is not limited to age, race, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, sexual identity and socioeconomic status. Masters seeks diverse candidates to serve our student body, and we expect all employees to engage in the work of inclusion as an important aspect of working in a school setting.
SUMMARY:
The Middle School seeks a leave replacement to teach 8th grade science. This role offers the right candidate an opportunity to teach four sections and to work with a dynamic team of science teachers within the larger 5-12th grade department. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and is eager to support Middle School aged students in learning how to take an active role in their own learning. We are looking for candidates who have also demonstrated a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion, within and outside the classroom. Masters is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Teach four sections of 8th grade Physical Science (introductory physics and chemistry)
- Successfully engage and develop student’s interest and enthusiasm for the subject matter
- Participate in extracurricular programs as a coach or club supervisor
- Provide supervision during recess, and at other times during the school day, as needed
- Attend 8th grade team and advisor meetings and Middle School faculty meetings
- Participate in the life of the middle school by attending full group activities including Middle School Gatherings, student presentations, performances and culminating events.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Science and/or Science education required. Masters preferred
- Understanding of and desire to work with middle school students. Prior teaching experience with middle school-aged students is ideal
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion and a high degree of cultural competency
- Familiarity with and/or willingness to explore student-centered pedagogical approaches
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Energy, enthusiasm and curiosity – willingness to be a fellow learner with students
- Proficiency in the use of technology
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please submit a letter of interest, explaining why you would succeed in this position, your resume, and three references via email to facultycareers@mastersny.org (Adobe® PDF format preferred) and include “8th Grade Science Leave Replacement” in the subject line.
This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.
BACKGROUND SCREENING:
The Masters School conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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The Masters School is an equal opportunity employer. It has been and will continue to be the policy of Masters to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with its employees. Our employment decisions are made solely on an individual’s ability to perform the job. In accordance with federal, New York State, and Westchester County law, Masters does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived differences, including those based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, familial status, gender and gender identity, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation and disability, sexual and reproductive health decisions, or toward victims or those perceived to be victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse or stalking, as well as any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws. For the purpose of addressing sexual and reproductive health decisions, the Masters School will not access an employee’s personal information regarding his or her reproductive health decisions without written consent and in accordance with applicable law. Retaliation based on any of the above protected characteristics is absolutely prohibited.
In addition, all employees are required to abide by and support our students in following all of the health and safety protocols we have in place.