About Naples Classical Academy:

A Tuition-Free Public Charter Classical School. Naples Classical Academy is a Hillsdale College Member School.

NCA's mission is to tr ain the minds and improve the hearts of students through a classical, content-rich curriculum that emphasizes virtuous living, traditional learning, and civic responsibility

Science at a Classical Academy

There are four distinctive elements of science at a classical school: First, knowledge of the physical word is inherently worthwhile, regardless of whether it allows us to do anything. Secondly, the science at a classical academy should be characterized by a spirit of excellence and rigor. Third, the study should be steeped in historical context, including the reading of primary resources. Finally, the study should include the philosophy of science.

Position Overview

We seek qualified, full-time, Middle school & High school Science Teachers with expertise in teaching a comprehensive curriculum. The ideal candidate will cover foundational concepts relative to the related sciences.

Responsibilities

• Developing schedules, lesson plans, and teaching methods that will help students cover the required content and follow the curriculum with skill and fidelity.
• Managing a classroom in such a way as to create an atmosphere characterized by respect and order while fostering an essence of excellence and rigor.
• Aiding scholars in building foundational habits that cultivate the virtues of courage, honesty and perseverance.
• Contributing to the life of the school.
• Assisting with teacher duties.
• Communicating with parents, regularly and professionally, about student conduct and progress.
• Preparing and delivering lessons that are stimulating and clear.
• Comply with all relevant school policies and state and federal laws and regulations.
• Educating students on lab safety and ensuring all experiments are carried out responsibly.
• Setting up tests, quizzes, slides, assignments, experiments, and grading students fairly.
• Attending staff and parent meetings, conferences, workshops, and other professional development.
• Ensuring a safe, healthy classroom environment where learning can take place.
• Preparing lesson plans for substitute teachers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or related field.

• Experience in a classical environment preferred.

• Valid teaching license or certificate, or willingness to begin pursuing one of the various pathways to certification offered by the state. (NCA is happy to help candidates identify a pathway to licensure or certification).

• A willingness to work hard and maintain a positive, professional attitude and demeanor.

• A commitment to teamwork, service, leadership and growth.

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.

• A working understanding of childhood development

• Basic skills with technology

The organization is an equal opportunity employer. The organization is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in all areas of recruitment, selection, placement, training, assignment, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, retention, and promotion. The board commits itself to the policy that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any person because of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability. All decisions with regard to employment shall be in compliance with applicable state and federal laws.

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All selected candidates for employment must clear background checks through the Florida Clearinghouse. For more information, clickhere.