Science Teacher Job at The Spire School, Stamford, CT

cVhuVy9ETnlaeWFYSW1NMTh0SE4wZFFnVFE9PQ==
  • The Spire School
  • Stamford, CT

Job Description

At The Spire School, we provide therapeutic education for college-bound students in grades 612. Guided by values of wellness, resilience, and individualized support, we empower students to overcome challenges and reach their potential. Join our team and make an impact that lasts.

As a Science Teacher at The Spire School, youll inspire curiosity and confidence in students who are bright, capable, and benefit from a smaller, therapeutic learning environment. Youll design hands-on, inquiry-based lessons that make science accessible and engaging, while supporting students academic and emotional growth. Working alongside counselors, learning specialists, and wellness staff, youll help students develop both scientific understanding and essential life skills for success beyond the classroom.

What Youll Need

  • Valid or eligible Connecticut certification in Science 712 or Special Education 712 (dual certification preferred)

  • One to three years of teaching experience with middle or high school students

  • Experience supporting learners with emotional or learning challenges

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to partner effectively with students, families, and colleagues

  • Commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive classroom community

What Youll Do

  • Develop and deliver science lessons that align with state and national standards while accommodating individual learning styles

  • Foster a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes both academic and emotional growth

  • Use differentiated instruction and adaptive teaching methods to meet diverse student needs

  • Assess and track student progress through formal and informal evaluations to guide instruction

  • Communicate regularly with families and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support each students success

Why Youll Love Working Here

  • Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays

  • Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings

  • Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training

  • 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources

  • Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

The Spire School is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.

Job Tags

Immediate start,

Similar Jobs

Arts Hacker

CFO & Co-CEO for Arts Center (Hybrid) (Madison) Job at Arts Hacker

 ...This hybrid role will involve providing strategic leadership for all finance and operations functions while partnering with the Co-CEOs and Board of Directors. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in nonprofit management, strategic financial oversight, and... 

Lensa

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate Job at Lensa

 ...DirectEmployers to promote this job for Amazon. Clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" on Lensa...  ...merch, make-on-demand, customer returns, Prime Now, and general fulfillment. You will be...  ..., for our super-fast (2-hour or less) delivery service. Duties & Responsibilities... 

Search Force

Freight Broker Job at Search Force

 ...Exciting Opportunity for Ambitious Freight Brokers! Are you an active and driven Freight Broker eager to take your career to new heights? Look no further! Join our dynamic team at (HFS) and unlock your full potential in the booming logistics industry. Why Choose... 

Arise Virtual Solutions Inc.

Fintech Customer Support Representative Job at Arise Virtual Solutions Inc.

 ...Certification is now paid! If you have worked in customer services and...  ...with working outside of the home. The Arise Platform has...  ...a Fintech Customer Support Representative: Receive inbound calls...  ...through virtual channels (email, chat, video calls). No degree...