Country Day World School is a premier Infant-8th grade school located in Largo, Florida. Our 15-acre campus serves as a dynamic environment for an inquiry-based pedagogy that seamlessly transitions from a Montessori foundation to a progressive, preparatory Middle School model. Guided by the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) framework, our curriculum integrates advanced preparatory study, international travel, animal science, and competitive STEM initiatives to cultivate globally-minded scholars.
The Opportunity
Country Day World School invites applications from forward-thinking educators for the position of Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. This role is designed for a practitioner-scholar capable of delivering 7th Grade Life Science and 8th Grade Physical Science at a high honors level.
This appointment represents a unique opportunity to function as a curriculum architect within an IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) school. The successful candidate will transition away from traditional didactic instruction toward a model of guided inquiry.
Key Responsibilities
- Inquiry-Based Facilitation: Move beyond traditional lecture models to guide students through the MYP inquiry cycle, fostering curiosity, action, and reflection.
- Criterion-Related Assessment: Implement IB-aligned assessment strategies that measure student proficiency against complex, real-world criteria.
- Global Contextualization: Situate scientific discovery within global contexts, bridge-building between classroom theory and international issues.
Mentorship: Maintain a low student-to-teacher ratio to provide individualized academic coaching and support for advanced scientific research.
Candidate Requirements
The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to evidence-based instructional practices and the holistic development of the middle-school learner.
- Academic Background: A Bachelor’s degree with strong content knowledge in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, or a related scientific field is required. A Master’s degree is strongly preferred.
- Professional Credentials: Eligibility for Florida Teacher Certification is highly prioritized.
- Pedagogical Expertise: Direct experience within an IB MYP or equivalent inquiry-based program is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to design curriculum that balances rigorous academic standards with student-led discovery.
- Technical Fluency: Proficiency in leveraging educational technology to enhance learning experiences
Compensation
The position will include full benefits. The compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience.
Inquiries
Interested candidates may complete and attach a resume’ to the online application.
https://www.formstack.com/forms/?1917416-S9HI3ZS5WV
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
