- Salary
- $35k – $38k
- Location
- Grand Rapids, MI
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- Bachelor
- Closing date
- Jun 6, 2025
- Source
- GoHire
Description
Full job description
Lake Michigan Academy (LMA) in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a passionate and innovative Science Teacher for High School students to join our collaborative and supportive team for the upcoming school year.
Are you a science educator who thrives in a dynamic environment and loves to inspire curiosity? Do you dream of crafting your own curriculum and fostering deep, project-based learning experiences? If so, LMA is the place for you!
At Lake Michigan Academy, we believe in personalized learning and empowering our educators. As our Science Teacher, you will have the exciting opportunity to:
Design and deliver engaging science curriculum: While we are integrating project-based learning, you will have significant freedom to make the curriculum your own, tailoring it to student interests and real-world applications.
Teach small, mixed-grade classes: Our average class size of 8 students allows for individualized attention and fosters strong teacher-student relationships. You'll truly get to know your students and their unique learning styles.
Facilitate hands-on, project-based learning: We are committed to a project-based approach, and we're looking for an educator who can bring science to life through exciting investigations, experiments, and collaborative projects.
Join an amazing teaching team: LMA prides itself on its supportive and collaborative faculty. You'll be part of a community that shares ideas, celebrates successes, and works together to provide the best possible education for our students.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
Experience working with middle and high school-aged students.
A passion for science and a desire to inspire lifelong learners.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
Certification is not required at the time of hire, but the successful candidate will be expected to obtain appropriate certification within their first year of teaching.
Why Lake Michigan Academy? Lake Michigan Academy is a unique educational environment where students thrive in a supportive and engaging atmosphere. We offer:
A commitment to innovative teaching practices.
A collaborative and supportive faculty.
The opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.
A chance to truly "own" your curriculum and foster creativity while following the State of Michigan graduation requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Physical Setting:
Private school
Special education school
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Grand Rapids, MI 49546: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
