Middle School Science Teacher

DESCRIPTION OF ROLE
Episcopal Day School (EDS) is seeking a dedicated and passionate Middle School Science Teacher & Advisor for the 2025-26 school year. This educational leader will bring energy and enthusiasm for teaching with a commitment to fulfilling our school’s mission within our community of students and families. As part of a collaborative teaching team, this teacher will foster academic excellence and support the social and emotional growth of students. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in middle school science, the ability to inspire a love for science, and the skills to guide students in developing resilience, confidence, and a growth mindset. This position likely involves teaching 7th Grade Life Science and 8th Grade Physical Science and serving as an advisor to a small group of students. 

EDS embraces the power of nature-based learning. Our 50-acre second campus serves as a classroom without walls allowing students to engage the natural world, investigate and explore, and conduct meaningful research. The new Middle School Science Teacher will have the opportunity to leverage this remarkable property to inspire curiosity and deepen students’ understanding of science.

This is a full-time, ten-month faculty position reporting to the Middle School Division Head.  

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and deliver engaging, inquiry-based science lessons that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on experimentation.

• Effectively integrate nature-based learning into the curriculum, creating experiential learning opportunities that connect scientific concepts to real-world applications. 

• Use varied assessment tools to monitor progress and make instructional adjustments to support student success.

• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, supporting individual students while managing whole-group experiences.

• Apply effective classroom management strategies, utilizing the Developmental Designs curriculum for Middle School approach to create a respectful, collaborative environment.

• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students, fostering their academic, social, and emotional development and advocating for their growth toward “responsible independence.”

• Collaborate with colleagues to enrich the middle school experience and provide a cohesive support network for each student.

• Communicate proactively and positively with parents to keep them informed about student progress and achievements.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflect on teaching practices to ensure continuous improvement.

• Participate in grade-level overnight and day field trips designed to enhance students' learning experiences and support their social-emotional growth.

• Support school-wide events and activities that contribute to a positive school culture and fulfill all professional responsibilities, including supervision and reporting.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALITIES

• Bachelor’s degree in education or science with an education focus (minimum)

• Teaching experience in the middle school science classroom, with a strong foundation in middle school science content

• Genuine interest in and understanding of middle grades child development and respectful management techniques

• Proficiency in differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs

• Strong communication skills for effectively engaging with students, families, and colleagues

• Commitment to continuous professional learning and implementation of chosen programs

• Ability to approach varied responsibilities with enthusiasm, creativity, integrity, flexibility, and humor.

• Openness to collaboration with colleagues across grade levels

• Technologically literate, with the ability to integrate technology as a tool for effective teaching and learning.

SALARY
Compensation and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Visit the school’s website: www.edsaugusta.com 

TO APPLY

Contact Head of Middle School Ty Jenkins at [email protected] with a resume and cover letter to apply for this position.