Middle School Science Faculty

Company: National Association of Independent Schools
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

The Bush School is dedicated to valuing different perspectives and backgrounds, inspiring curiosity, motivating employees to take risks, and encouraging compassion and kindness. Our employees enjoy an environment that inspires creativity while being part of a collaborative community.Middle School Science Faculty (Seattle, WA)Full Time (1.0 FTE) Salary/ExemptAcademic Year Schedule (2025-2026)* This position is eligible for health benefits (details during hiring process).* This position requires applicants to be, at the time of application, legally authorized to work in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.The Bush School is in search of an individual to join our Middle School team as a Middle School Science Faculty member. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the school's mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We are building a team in which diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and talents are valued in order to work with a diverse community of students, faculty, staff and families. We encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.The Middle School Science Faculty member reports to the Middle School Director and works closely with students and families, as well as Middle School Faculty and Staff, while also being an active member of the school's Science Department. This position will be responsible for teaching four sections of science, in addition to hosting a student advisory group and teaching in our experiential programs (E-lectives and E-Week). Middle School faculty are required to teach three different experiential immersion programs throughout the school year.While other duties may be assigned, a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and tasks listed below:

• Create and sustain a positive classroom culture, based on the mission and values of the school.
• Employ developmentally appropriate teaching methods, materials, and workload expectations for middle school students.
• Develop curriculum that incorporates project-based, inquiry-based, hands-on, and design thinking approaches while utilizing familiarity with Next Generation Science standards to guide the framework and inform performance expectations.
• Have a broad and deep content knowledge that is curated and made accessible to students.
• Maintain knowledge of current and emerging content in the field of science.
• Enhance curriculum and student engagement with relevant lessons, guided practice and age-appropriate technologies.
• Support students in the development of effective science habits, content knowledge and skills.
• Enrich or modify lessons, curriculum, materials and resources as needed to meet differentiated student needs and varying levels of progress inside and outside of the classroom.
• Possess the interest, ability, and skills to successfully teach science to Middle School students, including life sciences.
• Have an understanding of Next-Generation Science Standards.
• Serve as an advisor to a group of Middle School students.
• Lead E-lectives throughout the academic year.
• Design and lead an E Week program each academic year.
• Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and within the curriculum.
• Develop a culturally responsive, student-centered classroom community that fosters engagement, inquiry, risk-taking and confidence.
• Establish classroom expectations that create a safe and comfortable environment for all students.
• Share perspectives and expertise in the community roles for the continuing betterment of the school as an institution.
• Collaborate and work effectively with other members of the Science Department to create common experiences centered on student inquiry.
• Collaborate with school counselors and learning specialists to establish and maintain social-emotional learning and wellness for all students.
• Collaborate with school counselors and learning specialists to plan lessons, curriculum, materials, and resources to effectively serve students with different learning profiles and mental health needs.
• Create and sustain effective family partnerships, for example: communicate with parents/guardians regarding student progress and classroom news via formal fall/spring conferences, written communications, and school portal.
• Observe/evaluate/assess students' development and maintain accurate records regarding student progress and areas of growth.
• Attend and chaperone school related events outside the scheduled school day.
• Communicate openly, timely, and supportively with students, staff, parents, and other stakeholders regarding student achievement and progress.
• Participate actively and with curiosity in school/division/department/committee meetings, as well as student community gatherings during the school day.
• Utilize technology to support student success (e.g. Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, learning management systems, etc.).
• Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned.Experience and Professional Competencies:
  • Experience teaching science is required, with 3 or more years preferred.
  • Experience teaching science to Middle School students is preferred.
  • A bachelor's degree in science, teaching with a science focus or related field is required.
  • A graduate degree in science, teaching with a science focus or related field is preferred.
  • Demonstrated excellence as a science educator, with a passion for sharing that with Middle School students is required.
  • A demonstrated commitment to professional development and growth in this area is required.Successful candidates will have:
    • A philosophy that aligns with the school's mission and values - please review the school's mission and values on our website ( ).
    • The capacity and desire to engage in experiential activities and programs with students.
    • The ability to be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning.
    • An ability to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff, students and families in order to maintain constructive and professional relationships.
    • A commitment to completing work in a timely and thorough manner while being conscientious about assignments and deadlines.
    • Have proficient skills in the use of technology: including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Google Drive, and Outlook.Additional Requirements:
      • Have a current Adult and Children CPR, First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date).
      • Meet the school's standards when completing two separate background screenings.Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:
        • Salary Range: $57,120 - $103,750.
        • Faculty employees with a Master's degree, PhD and/or National Certification may be eligible for additional compensation.
        • The school offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees, which includes:
          • Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option).
          • Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees.
          • Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees.
          • Medical, dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid).
          • Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid).
          • Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees.
          • Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees.
          • Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid).
          • Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid).
          • Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid).
          • Retirement Plan available to eligible employees. The Retirement Plan includes generous employer contributions that align with specific years of service.
          • Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents.
          • School lunch discounts.
          • Free parking at Seattle, WA campus.
          • Use of school fitness center.
          • Paid Time Off (sick leave and personal days).
          • Professional Development opportunities.HOW TO APPLYApplicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the "About Bush" tab) for additional information/instructions.If you are interested in working at The Bush School, but this position doesn't fit your talents, please visit our website for additional openings: .While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity EmployerThe Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.
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