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Middle School Science Teacher - Serving Native American Students

STAR School is seeking an experienced Teacher to teach MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE (grades 6 - 8) beginning July, 2021.

SALARY: $44,000 - $54,000 depending on education and experience

Our ideal candidate will be eager to embrace the place-based, project-based, and STEM focused ideals of the school while incorporating unique programming that reflects the culturally responsive values and mission of the STAR School.      
   
Competitive candidates will be self-directed, flexible, independent and will have experience with differentiated instruction, using technology in the classroom and collaborative learning. We desire someone who is patient and engaging, and who possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Certified to teach Science at the Middle School Level -or- 24 Credit Hours in Science
  • Desired: Arizona State Teaching License   -or-   pass the AEPA tests
  • 3+ years’ experience teaching Middle School Science
  • Desired: Knowledgeable about Native Science topics and perspectives
  • Desired: Bilingual English/Navajo; Familiarity with Navajo Culture
  • Current DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card will be required upon hire.
 
To apply, send a Letter of Interest and Resume to the STAR School: hr@starschool.org. **Please include the position to which you are applying in the subject line. 
Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Position is open until filled.

WE OFFER: Competitive Salary; Paid time off; Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance; 401(k); Professional Development support; Workplace perks such as free meals, etc.

The STAR School is a dynamic, award-winning Pre-K through 8th Grade Public Charter School serving primarily Native American children. Opened in 2001, STAR School is the first entirely off-grid, solar and wind powered charter school in the country. Drawing on foundational values of Native American cultures, STAR focuses on the 4 Rs: Respect, Relationship, Responsibility, and Reasoning with one another and with the surrounding environment. 
 
To learn more about our school, visit our website at www.starschool.org