Long-Term Substitute Chemistry Teacher Position

ACS Athens, a student-centered international school, embracing American educational philosophy, principles and values, is seeking to recruit a full time permanent substitute teacher and math/science studio assistant with a background in CHEMISTRY to teach High School and Middle School students for the 2022 - 2023 school year. The position reports to the Director of the Learning Commons.

Duties:

• Substitute classes in the Middle School and Academy,  primarily for faculty in the science department;
• Assist/guide/teach students in the math/science studio after school;
• Teach and provide learning experiences in chemistry, while creating an environment that is conducive to student learning and involvement; 
• 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 his/her grade/team/department; 
• Other duties, as assigned. 

Qualifications:

• Licensed to teach grades 7-12; 
• Bachelor's Degree, Master’s preferred, from an accredited college or university, in chemistry;
• At least two years of relevant teaching experience, required;
• IB and/or AP teaching experience considered a plus; 
• 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.

Application Procedure:

To be considered for this vacancy, please complete this form and submit in English:

• Cover letter, which should include a statement of how you connect to ACS Athens’ mission;
• Resume and;
• The contact information for three professional references.