Scattergood Friends School and Farm seeks an engaging biology teacher and dedicated farm assistant/livestock manager. Other core duties may include residential life support, advising and/or teaching physical education. This is a 12-month position.
Duties:
- Teach Biology and Advanced Biology. Teach a Farm Term Class and a May Term class.
- Manage all aspects of the farm’s livestock program (small cow and sheep herds, feeder pigs, laying hens, and occasional turkeys).
- Assist with other elements of the farm program.
- Plan and deliver instruction, as well as measure and report progress to facilitate student development.
- Communicate frequently with students and school staff in ways that nurture a healthy learning experience for students.
- Model the values of Scattergood Friends School.
Other Duties:
- Some combination of: Advising, Dorm Sponsoring, or PE teaching.
- Attends regular meetings, including: Daily Collection, Lunch, Staff Meeting, Community Meeting, and Meeting for Worship.
- Serve as a Crew Leader.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or higher degree in biology.
- Ability to design and implement courses that motivate and engage students.
- Interest in livestock management, and the work of a small and diverse farm.
- Secondary Teaching experience (preferred).
- Livestock Management experience (preferred).
- Proficiency with Google Suite.
Position includes: Housing/Use of Vehicle/Some Meals
Some Relocation may be considered