Elementary Science Lab Teacher

Position Overview

The Elementary School Science Lab Teacher at Shoal Creek inspires curiosity and a love of science in young learners by designing and delivering engaging, hands-on learning experiences. This role focuses on science exploration, inquiry-based learning, and interactive activities that help students develop foundational scientific thinking skills. The teacher will create a dynamic lab environment where students actively participate in experiments, investigations, and collaborative projects.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Student Engagement

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate science lessons aligned with curriculum standards for elementary students.
• Facilitate hands-on science exploration, allowing students to investigate concepts through experimentation and observation.
• Use engaging activities, such as demonstrations, experiments, STEM challenges, and interactive projects to spark curiosity.
• Encourage inquiry-based learning by guiding students to ask questions, make predictions, and draw conclusions.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning styles and abilities.

Lab Management & Safety

• Maintain a safe, organized, and well-equipped science lab environment.
• Teach and enforce proper lab safety procedures and responsible use of materials.
• Prepare and manage materials for experiments and exploratory activities.
• Conduct routine inventory and ensure proper storage and handling of equipment and supplies.

Curriculum Development

• Develop and implement a hands-on science curriculum that emphasizes exploration, discovery, and real-world connections.
• Integrate cross-curricular concepts (e.g., math, reading, technology) into science lessons.
• Incorporate STEM/STEAM activities, including problem-solving challenges and design-based learning experiences.

Assessment & Progress Monitoring

• Assess student understanding through observations, lab work, projects, and informal assessments.
• Provide meaningful feedback to students to support growth and curiosity in science learning.
• Maintain records of student progress and communicate with classroom teachers and parents as needed.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to support and enhance science instruction across grade levels.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and school initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and staff to build enthusiasm for science learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education, Science Education, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Valid teaching certification/license (as required by state or district).
• Experience teaching elementary students, preferably in science or STEM-related instruction.
• Strong knowledge of elementary science concepts and inquiry-based teaching strategies.

This position is for the 2026-2027 School Year