Upper School Science Teacher (Parental Leave – 2025-26)
The Rivers School, Weston, MA
The Rivers School — a 6-12 co-ed independent day school in Weston, MA, just outside Boston — seeks professionals who are looking to join a dynamic, innovative, and welcoming school community.
This long-term parental leave upper school science (biology and/or chemistry) position consists of teaching three or four sections and possibly contributing to the co-curricular life of the school through advising, coaching, or club mentoring. The position will begin with opening professional community meetings in August 2025.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience teaching biology and/or chemistry, preferably at the high school level. A bachelor’s degree in biology and/or chemistry or a related subject is required; a master’s degree in biology, chemistry, or biochemistry is preferred. Candidates must possess a commitment to professional development and personal growth as a teacher of science and inquiry-based learning, as well as the ability and desire to collaborate effectively with colleagues to develop the department’s curriculum and pedagogy. A team-first attitude, a sincere care for student wellbeing, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to advancing the school’s DEI mission are also essential qualities for a successful Rivers teacher.
Rivers encourages interest from candidates who will enrich the diversity of identity, experience, and perspectives among our professional and school community. We recognize that skilled and innovative individuals follow a variety of pathways in life, and we enthusiastically invite applications from those who may have experience that meets our qualifications in non-traditional ways. Rivers offers BIPOC affinity, LGBTQ+ affinity, and white allyship spaces for professionals, as well as institutional professional development to support and enrich our work around equity and access. In addition to mentorship from the Department Chair and Dean of Faculty, all first-year faculty members benefit from a close relationship with a peer mentor and take part in an onboarding program led by the Director of New Faculty Development.
The Rivers School
