STEM and Science Teacher

Oak Hall School, a private independent day school in Gainesville, Florida is a learning community where students, with the support of their teachers and parents, have an abundance of opportunity to learn to grow as people, to challenge themselves in academics, the arts, and athletics, and to learn to care for others. Our faculty and staff members are our greatest asset and are committed to living our mission of being a welcoming, diverse and supportive learning community, empowering students to pursue their academic, artistic and athletic passions. Our small class size creates an atmosphere where academic achievement is universally supported, and where personal success is appreciated, and celebrated.

We are seeking a dynamic and committed STEM educator to join our Middle and Upper School divisions. Science and STEM educators who value creativity and student engagement are invited to apply for this position, which will begin in August, 2025.

Essential Functions: 

•    Support the mission of the school in all aspects of engagement
•    Develop and deliver STEM courses and programming to Middle and Upper School students 
•    Contribute leadership and vision to the Distinguished Scholar Program in Integrated Science
•    Lead an Integrated Science related club such as Science Olympiad, Science & Engineering Fair, VEX Robotics, or other options
•    Plan, evaluate, and revise curriculum, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction as needed with an emphasis on developing students as scientists
•    Incorporate scientific research as a key strategy for teaching and learning
•    Instill, promote, and model a scientific mindset
•    Promote a positive classroom environment and demonstrate strong classroom management skills to create and maintain a learning environment that ensures high levels of learning for all students
•    Assess and document each student’s performance/progress both formally and informally to meet the School's standards, and provide regular feedback to students and their parents 
•    Work collaboratively with the Science Department, the Middle and Upper School teams, and the greater Oak Hall community 
•    Incorporate 21st century skills into curriculum 
•    Serve as Advisor to a group of assigned students
•    Serve as a mentor and advocate for your students
•    Be a role model of integrity and professionalism
•    Plan and manage a club or clubs
•    Be available throughout the workday to advise and assist students. 
•    Maintain expertise in subject matter through professional development.  
•    Responsible for the proper care and storage of all lab materials, equipment, and chemicals and following all chemical safety guidelines
•    Meet regular and predictable attendance requirements, including attending division and other school meetings, professional days, graduation, Late Start meetings, and other required events
•    Adhere to School policies as described in the Employee Handbook and other materials
•    Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Physical Work Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree or post graduate work in a science discipline required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Two years of experience in science position outside of education preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills
• Be comfortable and adept with the effective use of technology in the learning process
• Knowledge and understanding of various learning styles and differentiated instruction
• Ability to inspire, engage, empower, and educate and evaluate students with vigor and creativity
• A history of commitment to professional development and life-long learning
• The ability to work positively and professionally with students, parents and faculty
• A high degree of professionalism, collegiality, and personal conduct both in and outside of school
• Ability, willingness, and judgment to communicate thoroughly, accurately and concisely with all constituents in a school environment, both verbally and in writing
• Enthusiasm and commitment to the vision and mission of the School
• Work Environment:
  • Works in a classroom environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
  • Regularly uses close and distance vision
  • May stand for extended periods of time
  • May work at a desk and computer screen for extended periods of time
  • Ability to visually and audibly locate students under their supervision
  • Occasionally turn, bend, reach, stoop, and squat
  • Ability to actively circulate throughout the diverse campus environment
  • Works primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment
  • Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
  • Ability to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 20 lbs

Oak Hall is proud to offer a comprehensive employee compensation package, including a competitive salary, health insurance and other wellness benefits, paid time off, and generous retirement plan options to benefits- eligible employees.

Oak Hall School is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment. It is Oak Hall’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities and administer terms and conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, marital status, or other legally-protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This employer participates in E-verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use Everify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.