Marine and Environmental Science Instructor

Job Details

This position will teach a range of courses at the Warsaw campus, including Foundations of Science, Marine and Environmental Science I, and Marine and Environmental Science II, based on program needs and candidate strengths. 

Essential Functions:  

• Relating positively to high school students, with particular emphasis on the needs of gifted and high achieving learners

• Planning and delivering effective lessons that meet the individual needs, interests and abilities of students

• Creating a classroom environment that is conducive to learning; communicating objectives effectively to students; establishing high expectations for academic success and classroom behavior; employing a variety of instructional techniques and blended learning strategies; and assessing the accomplishments of students on a regular basis

• Planning and supporting field experiences that may include moderate physical activity (e.g., hiking, kayaking, carrying field equipment)

• Communicating professionally and effectively with colleagues, supervisors, and parents

• Participating in faculty and/or department meetings, professional learning sessions, and weekend field experience trips with our students 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Virginia collegiate or postgraduate professional license or eligibility for a provisional license in one or more of the following areas: biology, marine science, environmental science, or earth science. 

• Master’s degree

• Sufficient graduate credits in Biology and/or Marine and Environmental Science area (CBGS students receive dual enrollment credits through Rappahannock Community College), or, the capacity to complete the required graduate credits within one year of hire. If you are not sure if your credentials suffice to teach dual enrollment, please apply and we will review your resume and transcripts. Some financial assistance may be available to support acquiring the required graduate credits. 

• Ability to lead students in outdoor and often aquatic settings, including hiking, kayaking, field data collection, and extended field experiences

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in field-based environmental education, outdoor instruction, or experiential learning programs

• Gifted education endorsement 

• Teaching experience (or equivalent professional experience)

Contact Information

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Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Contact Information

• Dr. Rob Wright , Director
• Chesapeake Bay Governor's School - Warsaw Campus
• Phone: 804-443-0267
• Email: rwright@cbgs.k12.va.us