Burlington is a vibrant, picturesque community on Lake Champlain and the most culturally diverse city in Vermont. Burlington has an international airport, and is in close proximity to a number of large cities, including Montreal (90 minutes away by car), Boston (45 minutes by air), and New York City (one hour by air). With our excellent schools system, parks and Lake Champlain, and local ski mountains within an hour’s drive, it is not surprising that Burlington routinely finds itself on the “best places in the country to raise children” lists.

Burlington High School is seeking a passionate and energetic Science Teacher to join a school committed to high levels of achievement of all students.  This position requires teaming with other Science teachers to plan curriculum as a professional learning community and to support students from diverse backgrounds finding success in high school.  The position will likely include the teaching of Biology and Earth Science. 

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: 

 Job Requirements:

• Licensed or eligible for Vermont Educators License.
• Endorsement in high school Science or eligible for Vermont Provisional License.
• Documented or eligible for NCLB Highly Qualified Teacher status.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

 Required Qualifications:

• Experience teaching at the high school level.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching courses including Earth Science and Biology.
• Demonstrated experience in differentiating instruction and planning curriculum aligned with Common Core standards/instruction using “backwards design” and formative assessments.
• Understanding of Cultural Competency (as explained through Essay 1 on SchoolSpring).
• Knowledge of best practices regarding frameworks of student behavioral support.

 Preferred Attributes:

• Training and/or experience with English Language Learners.
• Experience in a professional/teaching learning community ; experience in co-teaching/collaborating with other educators.
• Evidence of student-centered learning approaches including personalizing instruction and supporting students meeting core proficiencies
• Evidence of implementing inclusive practices for students with special needs.
• Ongoing educational post graduate coursework in education or subject area, including diversity, equity and inclusion.

 SALARY:      As per the Master Agreement between the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and the Burlington Education Association.