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OVERVIEW
ECS science teachers have strong teaching abilities, an understanding of pedagogy and instructional practices in secondary education, and a strong interest in environmental studies.  They work in a highly collaborative environment and make deep connections with students, working closely with their grade level team, instructional coaches, and principal.  Candidates should be energetic and progressive-minded, with a willingness to work collaboratively with grade level and vertical teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work with the Environmental Charter School’s scope and sequence to create purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that employ a variety of teaching strategies, provide meaningful instruction, and maximize time on task
  • Create a positive, achievement-oriented, and structured learning environment in which all students can experience success
  • Structure compelling, standards-based lessons that challenge students’ critical thinking and align with lesson, unit, and grade-level objectives
  • Regularly evaluate student progress using a variety of assessment methods, including standardized assessments, teacher-designed tests, and samples of student work
  • Utilize the Google platform for document development 
  • Support the development of the 1:1 device implementation for students, including instructing digital citizenship
  • Fully participate in opportunities for professional growth, collaboration with other program directors, and outside professional opportunities
  • Communicate regularly with families to share academic progress and develop a supportive home-school relationship

Educational Background and Work Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
  • PA certification in Biology 7-12
  • Prior teaching experience at the secondary level preferred
  • Advanced placement certification or willingness to obtain certification is highly desirable
  • Familiarity with charter schools

Compensation & Benefits

  • Minimum starting salary of $44,716 with consideration for verified prior years’ teaching experience.
  • ECS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, and participation in a generous 403 (b) retirement plan.

To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, and teaching certificate to: https://ecspgh.org/careers/.  Application deadline, Friday, December 19th

Clearances current within one year of the hire date will be required, including Arrest & Conviction Disclosure, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Clearance (Act 34), and FBI Criminal Background Check (Act 114). Commonwealth of PA Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168) and Mandatory Reporter Training will be required.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer.