Job Description
Job DescriptionSalary: HCDE Salary Scale
Position Title: Middle & High School Science Teacher (6th Grade Sciemce & 9th Grade Environmental Science)
Location: Ivy Academy
Position Type: Full-Time | 20262027 School Year
Ivy Academy is a public charter school dedicated to experiential learning, environmental stewardship, and academic excellence. Our mission is to empower students through hands-on, inquiry-based education that connects learning to the real world.
We are seeking a Science Teacher to teach6th Grade Science and 9th Grade Environmental Science. The ideal candidate is committed to fostering curiosity, critical thinking, & a love for science through engaging, student-centered instruction.This role is perfect for an educator who is excited to integrate outdoor learning, project-based instruction, & real-world applications into their teaching.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons in Biology and Environmental Science
- Create a classroom culture that promotes curiosity, respect, and high expectations
- Incorporate hands-on, inquiry-based, and project-based learning experiences
- Utilize outdoor and experiential learning opportunities when appropriate
- Assess student progress regularly and use data to inform instruction
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Collaborate with colleagues to design interdisciplinary learning experiences
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with students, families, and staff
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Science, Education, or a related field
- Valid teaching license (or eligibility for licensure in Tennessee)
- Experience with project-based or experiential learning preferred
- Ability to build strong relationships with students and colleagues
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ivy Academy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.
Please Note:We are required by TN Law to run a full background check. Your fingerprints will be submitted to TBI and FBI. Please make sure to indicate if you have ever been convicted, pled guilty, or pled nolo contendere to a criminal offense. The disclosure of a conviction does not automatically preclude you from employment with Ivy Academy. However, falsification of your application may result in an offer of employment being withdrawn and/or preclude you from employment. Furthermore, knowingly falsifying information required by TCA 49-5-406(a)(1) constitutes a Class A misdemeanor which must be reported to the District Attorney General for prosecution.