math/science studio specialist

Duties:

• Assist/guide/teach students in the math/science studio after school;

• Teach and provide learning experiences in math/sciences, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement;

• Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy, primarily for faculty in the math and science departments;

• Monitor students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusts instruction, materials, or assessments when appropriate;

• Evaluate, try innovative approaches, and refine instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies available to teachers, to increase student learning, involvement, and confidence to learn;

• Know and use technology in teaching;

• Design presentations and/or workshops for academy and middle school students;

• Demonstrate appreciation for and sensitivity to the diversity among individuals and strives to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning;

• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events;

• Share responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of their grade/team/department;

• Actively participate in the math/science studio collective AR/ER research project;

• Complete any necessary certificates required by ACS Athens in relation to the use of generative AI use in education;

• Know and abide by all GDPR, Child Safety and Emergency evacuation procedures/regulations set forth by ACS Athens;

• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to teach grades 7-12;

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in math/physics/chemistry/biology;

• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;

• IB and/or AP teaching experience is preferred, otherwise, knowledge of the curricula will be positively considered;

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to students (ages 13 – 18) in English;

• Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;

• Display commitment to safeguarding and protection of children.