Secondary Science Teacher

About the role

Nicaragua Christian Academy is looking for a teacher able to teach a range of middle school and/or high school science classes, and possibly 1-2 math classes. The exact assignment depends on the strengths of the hired teacher. The school has its own learning standards for science and uses Prentice Hall textbooks, with well-developed lesson plans, lab procedures and equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Teach science classes such as Earth Science 7, Life Science 8, Biology or Physical Science 9-10, Chemistry 11 and Physics 12, alternating between Biology and Physical Science in grades 9-10.
• Teach up to 1-2 math classes (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2 or Pre-Calculus, Pre-Calculus or AP Calculus AB).
• Use the school's lesson plans, lab procedures and equipment to run formal laboratory experiments and studies.

Required profile

• 4-year degree in Science, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Secondary Education or a related field.
• Teacher certification and 2 years of experience preferred.
• Evangelical Christian testimony with active local church experience.
• Sense of calling to serve in a developing nation and willingness to commit for three or more years.
• Full fluency in English; conversational Spanish preferred but not required.