Middle School Science Teacher (8th Grade)

Lansing School District serves over 10,000 PreK-12 students across 25 school buildings in the increasingly diverse urban community of Lansing, MI. We offer a wide variety of exciting and innovative educational options for families and staff, all dedicated to our mission: providing an excellent education to all students in a safe and nurturing environment.

About the role

We are hiring a Middle School Science Teacher for Mt. Hope. Our teachers work alongside colleagues, parents, and students to build safe, nurturing classrooms where every student can thrive and collaborate toward common learning goals.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate passion for and expertise in middle school science content
• Provide world-class instruction in various science content areas to middle school students
• Use data to guide and effectively differentiate instruction
• Learn and grow by incorporating feedback from school leaders, colleagues, students, and professional development sessions
• Build relationships with students and parents to ensure a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment
• Perform other duties as assigned to best support the Lansing School District mission

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science education or a related field (biology, chemistry, environmental science, etc.)
• Alignment with Lansing School District’s mission and values

Qualifications

• Valid Michigan Teacher Certificate with secondary science endorsement (required; candidates without it must enroll in a certification program)
• Previous successful science teaching experience in an urban setting (preferred)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces
• Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families
• May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties
• Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students
• Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication
• Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.