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Middle School Science Teacher

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St. Louis, MO

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Engaging lesson design (student motivation techniques)

Full Job Description

Middle School Science Teacher

Location: St. Louis, MO 63118
Department: Schools / Academics
Reports To: School Leader
Classification: Full-Time / Exempt

Annual Salary Range (Teacher First Compensation Model):

Professional: $60,000
Advanced: $70,000
Exemplary: $80,000
(Salary band determined through Kairos’ Teacher First Compensation performance framework.)
Plus a $1,500 signing bonus for the 2025-26 school year.

Position Summary

The Middle School Science Teacher at Kairos Academies is a mission-driven educator who brings science to life through inquiry, experimentation, and hands-on learning. This role combines deep content knowledge with Kairos’ coaching-based instructional model—empowering students to ask questions, think critically, and take ownership of their learning through real-world application.

At Kairos, all teachers are leaders. Beyond delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, Science teachers model our values of Love, Excellence, Agency, and Diversity while shaping the systems and culture that make Kairos a place where every student can thrive. Teachers are expected to coach, collaborate, and reflect to ensure students achieve measurable academic and personal growth.

Core Responsibilities:

Instructional Excellence

Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned units across life, earth, and physical sciences that promote inquiry and problem-solving.
Facilitate hands-on labs, experiments, engineering challenges, and data-driven investigations that connect science concepts to real-world phenomena.
Use data from MAP, NWEA, and internal assessments to differentiate instruction and close achievement gaps.
Maintain accurate gradebooks and provide frequent, actionable feedback on lab work, projects, and written reflections.
Integrate literacy and numeracy into science lessons to build interdisciplinary connections and reinforce critical thinking.
Ensure lab safety, proper materials management, and compliance with safety protocols at all times.

Student Relationships & Mentorship

Serve as a Kairos Coach, mentoring a pod of students weekly to support executive functioning, goal-setting, and reflection.
Foster a classroom environment that promotes curiosity, teamwork, and respect for diverse perspectives.
Communicate proactively with families to celebrate student progress and address academic or behavioral challenges.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

Partner with grade-level and content-area teams to align curriculum, assessments, and best practices.
Participate in professional learning communities (PLCs), coaching cycles, and team reflections aligned with Kairos’ learning model.
Contribute to a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture that prioritizes continuous improvement.

Whole-School Service & Leadership - Click here for more information

Serve in a whole-school service role (e.g., STEM Lead, Safety Lead, Tutoring Lead) that supports schoolwide academic and cultural goals.
Support consistent implementation of restorative practices, positive behavior systems, and SEL frameworks.
Contribute to family engagement events, community initiatives, and cross-disciplinary projects.

Driver Goals

MAP Proficiency: 60% of students meet or exceed science proficiency benchmarks.
NWEA Growth: 70% of students demonstrate expected or above-expected growth.
Mentoring Participation: 75% of students meet coaching engagement and reflection benchmarks.
On-Track Gradient Learning Classes: 85% of students maintain on-track progress in science coursework.

Key Indicators of Success

Evidence of rigorous, inquiry-based instruction aligned to Missouri Learning Standards and Kairos’ Graduate Profile.
Consistent use of data to inform instruction, reteaching, and student interventions.
Classroom culture characterized by curiosity, collaboration, and student ownership of learning.
Growth in student independence and scientific reasoning as measured by coaching data and student feedback.
Active contribution to team planning, problem-solving, and schoolwide improvement efforts.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Science Education, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field.
Valid Missouri Substitute Certification.
Demonstrated success increasing student engagement and achievement in science.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Eligible to work for any employer in the United States.

Preferred:

Missouri Teaching Certificate (Science 5–9) or eligibility to obtain upon hire.
Master’s degree in Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or related field.
Experience with inquiry-based, project-based, or STEM-integrated instruction.
3+ years of middle school teaching experience with proven student growth outcomes.

Work Schedule & Environment

Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:00 PM.
Occasional evenings or weekends for family engagement, tutoring, or science events.
Dynamic, fast-paced environment requiring adaptability and collaboration.
On-site role at Kairos Academies in St. Louis, MO.

Compensation & Benefits
Teacher First Compensation (TFC) Model:

Transparent, performance-based compensation tied to outcomes, professional growth, and instructional excellence. Click here for more information.

Professional: $60,000
Advanced: $70,000
Exemplary: $80,000

Benefits Include:

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off
Professional Development and Tuition Assistance
Wellness Reimbursement Program
Certification and Graduate Coursework Reimbursement
Comprehensive Coaching and Growth Opportunities

About Kairos Academies
Kairos Academies is a forward-thinking public charter school network in St. Louis reimagining education for the 21st century. Our mission is to cultivate an integrated community of self-directed learners, leaders, and citizens. Recognized nationally for innovation and excellence, Kairos replaces traditional lectures with personalized, project-based learning and emphasizes executive-function coaching to help students take ownership of their education and lives.

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