Science Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 46,000-57,000

MISSION

The mission of The PATH School is to provide a purpose-driven, culturally responsive learning environment that challenges scholars academically while supporting their social and emotional growth in order to develop conscientious citizens who transform their communities.

JOB SUMMARY

At The PATH School (TPS), we seek educators who are passionate about our mission and core beliefs. TPS Science Teachers are dedicated to serving urban scholars and believe deeply in their students potential to grow both academically and personally. They are passionate about science education and work to make STEM learning engaging, relevant, and rigorous. TPS teachers are relentless in their pursuit of excellence, excited by inquiry-based learning, and driven to equip scholars with the knowledge and skills to solve real-world problems.

Our Science Teachers inspire curiosity, encourage experimentation, and help students make meaningful connections between science and their everyday lives. They work collaboratively with colleagues and families, take pride in their students achievements, and embrace a mindset of continuous learning. At TPS, our Science Teachers are culturally responsive educators who teach with purpose and lead with heart.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build strong relationships with scholars, families, administrators, and fellow educators.
• Embrace and model The PATH Schools vision, mission, and core values.
• Create a safe and supportive science classroom that fosters curiosity, collaboration, and a love of learning.
• Design and deliver standards-aligned science instruction that integrates reading, writing, inquiry, and critical thinking.
• Use hands-on investigations, lab experiments, and real-world applications to deepen student understanding of scientific concepts.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, using data to inform teaching practices.
• Provide whole-class, small-group, and individualized instruction across scientific disciplines, including physical, life, and earth sciences.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for lessons, units, and projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan interdisciplinary units that connect science to other content areas.
• Administer and interpret assessments to monitor scholar growth and identify areas of need.
• Ensure proper implementation of IEPs, 504s, and behavior plans for students with identified needs.
• Communicate regularly with families about student progress and classroom activities.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with school and district policies.
• Manage classroom behavior effectively and implement school-wide expectations with consistency and care.
• Participate in school supervision duties (e.g., hallway, lunchroom, arrival / dismissal).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

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