Job Description
Job Location: Upper School - San Jose, CA 95129
Position Type: Summer
Salary Range: $60.00 - $60.00 Hourly
We are currently searching for Upper School AP Chemistry Lab Teachers for our Summer Program!
(Rate is dependent upon sessions worked, subject to change due to enrollment changes)
Must be available to work the following dates:
- Training Dates: June 11th - 12th
- Course Dates: June 15 - July 24th
Summer programs at Harker include a wide variety of academic and recreational offerings. We offer an academically focused TK - 5 Summer Camp; the Summer Institute for Middle and High School-aged students; and our English Language Institute for international students. Our summer programs reflect our commitment to providing Bay Area children with a dynamic and exciting educational experience. Click here to learn more about our Summer Program: http://www.harker.org/summer
Position Summary:
The AP Chemistry Lab teacher will oversee all operations essential to the smooth implementation of Chemistry Labs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to lab safety, managing students during lab lessons, and collaboration with small team of chemistry teachers to make the program successful.
Qualifications
- Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a closely related STEM field
- Valid teaching credential, a graduate degree in education, and/or prior teaching experience
- Demonstrated ability to maintain high standards for chemistry laboratory safety, including clear procedures, active supervision, and consistent enforcement of safety expectations
- Comfort managing groups of students during hands-on chemistry labs (pacing, transitions, materials handling, and appropriate lab behavior)
- Demonstrated collaboration, collegiality, and strong organization
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- Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Facilitate established chemistry labs: lead students through lab activities where the lab plans, materials, and overall structure have already been developed (no lesson planning required)
- Maintain safe lab operations: monitor student technique, manage lab flow, ensure proper PPE use, and respond appropriately to routine lab issues to keep the environment safe and productive
- Support students during mid-day office hours: answer questions about homework, concepts, lab assignments, and study strategies
- Assessment support: help proctor and grade assessments, including two major tests, using provided rubrics/answer keys and program norms for consistency
- Contribute to a positive team culture: work closely with a small team of chemistry teachers to keep the program running smoothly (communication, reliability, and shared problem-solving)
- Scope / Notes
- The teacher will not be responsible for lesson preparation or chemical/materials preparation (program lead provides lab plans and materials).
- The role does not involve parental communication; that is managed by the program lead.
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- Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements
- Ability to communicate and work with groups participating (age and skill levels) and provide necessary direction and instruction to campers.
- Ability to communicate and train students and staff in safety regulations and emergency procedures in their specific area.
- Abilities to observe student behavior, assess its appropriateness, enforce appropriate safety regulations and emergency procedures, and apply appropriate behavior-management techniques.
- Visual and auditory ability to identify and respond to environmental and other hazards related to the position.
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid and emergency responses.
- Cognitive and communication abilities to assist in the planning and implementing the activity to achieve camper development objectives.
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- Working Conditions
- May be subject to extended periods of time standing or walking.
- Majority of time may be spent outside resulting in exposure to extremes in either heat or cold as weather and temperatures vary.
- Lift equipment/supplies weighing 20 pounds.
- Stand up and reach, bend down to interact with children
- No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions
- Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid and emergency responses.
- Cognitive and communication abilities to safely supervise and manage students while at play.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond, and to foster kindness, respect and integrity within a safe and nurturing environment. We achieve academic excellence through the development of intellectual curiosity, personal accountability and love of learning. Our comprehensive program and exceptional faculty and staff help students discover, develop and enjoy their unique talents. We honor individuality, embrace diversity, and promote leadership and service, preparing students to take their place as global citizens.
