Middle School Science Teacher

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Position Summary:

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Identify and apply relevant educational research-based instructional strategies in order to develop engaging and differentiated lessons, assignments and assessments.  

• Utilize relevant technology and resources for optimal engagement and differentiation. 

• Provide timely, appropriate, and actionable feedback to students.  

• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies.  

• Maintain and utilize accurate and comprehensive documentation and evidence of students' progress and development.

• Support student science events and competitions, as needed. 

• Support student development of science fair projects.

• Communicate regularly with students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.  

• Manage student behavior through positive behavior interventions and support.  

• Support social-emotional strategies to facilitate student development in self and social awareness and responsible decision-making.  

• Participate and engage in professional learning that supports professional growth and collaboration with colleagues.  

• Participate in lab school initiatives that inform instructional practices, instructional materials and resources.

• Engage in research activities to further the school’s mission and to generate advancements in science education and in teaching and learning. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution at the time of application.

• Holds a valid Florida Educator’s Certificate or Statement of Eligibility in Middle Grades Science 5-9.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

A. D. Henderson University School

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2026-06-26

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following:

- Cover letter
- Resume
- Copy of teaching certificate
- Copy of transcript

Transcripts:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

The candidate selected for the position will be required to have fingerprinting done at the FAU Police Department and a background check done by the school.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711