Isidore Newman School seeks an innovative and self-directed Lower School Science teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year to design and implement engaging curriculum for 5^th Grade students, with a focus on collaboration within the STEM team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of instilling a love for science in children and converting knowledge across life science, physical science, earth and space sciences, engineering, and technology into an inquiry-based, project-based curriculum. This position is a full-time position teaching Science to 5^th Grade students and is an integral member of the 5^th grade. The Lower School Science teacher reports to the Head of Lower School. The successful candidate will possess excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills; be successful in working with teams; and genuinely love to work with students and educators at the elementary school level.

The Lower School Science Department values innovation, collaboration, and energy. We are looking for a passionate teacher dedicated to inspiring students and fostering a love for science/STEM through inquiry-based approaches and innovative curriculum development. The goal is to continue growing as hands-on, project-based science/STEM educators with a place-based focus.

The most important qualifications include:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in elementary education with an emphasis on STEM or in a STEM related field; and 2+ years of teaching experience.
• Knowledge of varied pedagogy and trends in instruction and curriculum design at the primary level
• Practical knowledge of how to work with a wide range of different learners in elementary grades.
• Professional orientation toward collaboration and innovation
• A reflective practitioner committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning.
• Demonstrated patience, perseverance, and kindness in working with students, parents, faculty, and staff as well as a highly collaborative professional style.
• Understand competing responsibilities to uphold confidentiality in relation to private materials and conversations while providing colleagues and families with the information they need to help the student.
• Must meet and maintain any and all federal, state and local requirements to work in an educational setting.
• Candidates must have experience supervising hands-on activities and ensuring safe lab practices, given the significant laboratory component in our Lower School science courses.
• Enthusiasm for teaching early childhood and elementary-aged children in a collaborative environment is essential.

Significant responsibilities include:

• Planning and implementing curriculum based on Next Generation Science Standards
• Creating joyful, hands-on activities with elements of exploration and experimentation
• Incorporating STEM elements for a holistic learning experience
• Collaborating on large-scale projects to develop 21st-century skills
• Integrating science and STEAM across the curriculum and participating in professional development activities on a local and national level
• Plan and execute lessons that meet the differentiated needs of our students including whole group, small group, and individual instruction, and fulfill the skills and content of the grade level.
• Facilitate the educational and social development of the students.
• Create an environment of respect and rapport that is safe and conducive to learning.
• Use instructional time effectively.
• Collaborate positively with colleagues around teaching and learning and have a growth mindset.
• Assess the students in a variety of ways, both formal and informal, and use assessment to guide instruction for student growth, development, and learning. Complete report cards.
• Communicate openly and effectively with parents including but not limited to Parents Nights, Parent Teacher Conferences, and Curriculum Conversations.
• Participate in field trips and special traditions and activities of the grade level.
• Maintain student records, display student work, and maintain a neat and organized environment for learning.
• Model appropriate presence daily and ensure that students adhere to Lower School behavioral expectations.
• Complete Lower School duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, updated resume, educational philosophy statement, and names of three professional references.

About Isidore Newman School

Founded in 1903, Isidore Newman School is a co-educational independent school that serves high-achieving and highly motivated students in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as infants through young children in Green Trees, a premier early childhood division of the School. Located in the heart of Uptown New Orleans, blocks away from Tulane and Loyola University, Newman is the only co-educational, non-sectarian, independent day school in the city of New Orleans. Our School enjoys a national reputation for excellence and achievement in academics, athletics and the arts with our students matriculating to the most selective colleges and universities in the country.

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