Job Description

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Middle School Science Teacher

About Momentum Academy

Momentum Academy is a PK-8 public charter school district in St. Louis City committed to fostering love, wellness, growth, and academic excellence. We build character, confidence, and community by supporting scholars, families, and staff to thrive together.

Thrive At Momentum

Momentum is committed to acting with integrity and joy. We provide robust benefits, professional development, wellness supports, and a culture rooted in love, integrity, collaboration, solutions-driven mindsets, and joy. Staff thrive through research-based coaching, highly rated instructional materials, restorative practices, dedicated wellness spaces, and significant employer-paid benefits.

Why Choose Momentum?

Competitive salary schedule with transparent pay equity Merit Pay opportunities for high performance Over 5 weeks of breaks (Fall, Winter, Spring, Care Break) Paid Time Off and PTO rollover Employer-paid short/long-term disability Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (including dependent insurance contributions) Retirement benefits through PSRS-STL (Momentum contributes ~14%) Research-based coaching & professional development Intellectual Preparation & Learning Communities Certification and continuing education assistance Staff wellness budget and dedicated wellness spaces Free staff breakfast and lunch Enrollment preference for staff children

Role Overview

The Upper Academy Science Teacher commits to teaching and leading Momentum's mission, instructional vision, and excellence for our scholars with special needs. The Upper Academy Science Teacher will work collaboratively with the Principal to internalize science lessons from Wash U's interactive MySci science curriculum, collaborate with special education and EL teachers to provide appropriate accommodations for scholars, and support the daily instructional and technical operations of the classroom.

Essential Responsibilities

Demonstrate high expectations for the achievement and development of all students and teachers and foster a safe, joyful, and nurturing learning environment in which students and teachers can thrive with a particular emphasis on loving words and loving actions. Ensure high academic standards are set for and met by all students Collaborate with co-teachers to provide rigorous, standards-based learning to students Execute rigorous, small-group instruction based on individual needs of students Differentiate curriculum and instruction to meet needs of students Use student performance data derived from teacher-created and standardized assessments to drive instructional decision-making Internalize and implement high quality lessons that effectively describe student strengths and needs with clear learning goals and performance criteria Play a significant role on an entrepreneurial team to establish policies and procedures, use best-practice instructional strategies Maintain accurate and complete records, including but not limited to: attendance, behavior, student achievement data, grades, progress reports, parent communication, text books, etc. Support the success of all Momentum Schools; sharing best practices with other school leaders and providing input to improve regional and school teams Continually improve teaching skills by seeking out constructive feedback and professional development opportunities. Perform other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required Missouri Teaching Certification preferred (Science Grades 5-9)

Qualifications

2-4 years of teaching experience (experience working with students and families in urban communities is a plus) Strong skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Experience working with a diverse group (various range of academics and behaviors) Ability to multitask Experience building student and classroom schedules Ability to take charge of paraprofessionals, provide materials and support as needed Strong classroom/behavior management and organizational skills Restraint trained or willing to be trained Able to communicate with families in a variety of ways, on a regular basis, regarding progress, behavior, etc. Able to communicate with classroom teachers on how to best support their scholars when pushing into the classroom

Compensation

The annualized salary for this position begins at $43,680 and increases based on years of experience, certification(s), and highest level of education.

Schedule & Work Environment

7:30-4 PM, Momentum Academy: Tower Grove South campus

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.