Early Childhood Science Teacher

The Lamplighter School

Dallas, TX

Expired: May 03, 2024 Applications are no longer accepted.

Full-Time

Early Childhood Science Teacher

Reports to: Assistant Head for Teaching & Learning - Early Childhood

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-time; School year

Position Overview:

Under the supervision of the Assistant Head for Teaching & Learning - Early Childhood, the Science Teacher will plan, develop, and implement an effective science curriculum to maintain a classroom environment that supports each student's social, emotional, and cognitive growth and development in accordance with the policies and philosophy of The Lamplighter School. The Science Teacher must also be a passionate educator with comprehensive knowledge of early childhood development, Pre-K through Kindergarten, who employs a variety of teaching tools and methodologies to educate these youngest students in a robust science and design learning program.

Job Responsibilities:

Plan, develop, and implement engaging science curriculum based on TEKS that enriches but does not overlap with the Environmental Science program.
Follow the Lamplighter mission to include joyful, hands-on activities while including elements of exploration and experimentation guided by the constructivist philosophy of science
Where appropriate, incorporate elements of STEM to supplement the science curriculum and provide a holistic experience and knowledge for the students; including curriculum development in the area of science and technology integration and science project-based learning units
Revise and modify curriculum accordingly throughout the year, as necessary to meet the needs of all students
Collaborate with both the Science Department and Homeroom Teachers on large scale projects that develop 21st century skills such as adaptation, collaboration, communication, creativity, and innovation.
Pursue new opportunities for local area partnerships to support science-specific projects and promote The Lamplighter School's science program within the Dallas community through the Dallas Arboretum and the Perot Museum.
Cultivate effective professional relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and The Lamplighter School's partnerships with The Perot Museum, the Dallas Arboretum, Trinity River Audubon Center, and Mountain View College
Seek opportunities to lead, publish, and present on science topics in the community, at national conferences, and beyond, both virtually, and in-person
Create positive educational climate for students
Collaborate and plan with the Science Team as well as the Pre-K and Kindergarten/T1 Teams.
Perform all other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Science Education; Master's degree preferred
3 years teaching experience preferred
Strong emphasis on early childhood level science and teaching scientific principles
Experience managing small teams of volunteers or working on a team
Experience with or willingness to explore sustainability, robotics, hydroponics, and animal life cycle/barnyard animal related projects
Experience in designing curriculum using the most current science standards

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Demonstrate thorough knowledge of teaching practices and a commitment to teaching within a caring, highly academic environment
Knowledge of current trends and research in early childhood learning
Ability to differentiate curriculum for students with varying learning styles
Strong organizational skills
Strong, gentle and kind classroom management skills appropriate for the youngest learners
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a willingness to present when needed
Willingness to develop new projects, special events, programs, and partnerships to enhance and enrich the science program-including evening science events on campus and off-campus field trips
Willingness to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, team environment
Familiar with current effective/research-based technological pedagogical knowledge and practices

Essential Physical Functions and Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme hot and cold, as well as, other types of inclement weather conditions. The following physical abilities are required:

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Ability to continually and repetitively use fine motor skills and manual dexterity to grasp, reach, and manipulate objects with hands for an extended period of time
Ability to continually and repetitively use large motor skills to bend, squat, kneel, twist and reach above the shoulders
Ability to stand and walk for long periods