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Position: Upper School Biology Teacher
Location: Newton Country Day School, 785 Centre St. Newton, MA
Schedule: Four month coverage of one section of standard level Biology, with possibility of additional coursework based on availability and experience

Salary: $4,000-$6,000

Position Summary

Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated science educator to join its Upper School faculty, with a focus on biology. The ideal candidate is an engaging and knowledgeable biology teacher who is committed to meeting diverse learning needs and fostering a highly relational learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow as scientists.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide four-month coverage for one section of standard-level Biology, with opportunities for additional teaching based on experience and availability
• Foster a deep appreciation for biology by creating an engaging and dynamic classroom environment that highlights the relevance of biology in everyday life
• Cultivate skills in data analysis and interpretation, problem solving, and critical thinking
• Provide individualized student support and accessible extra help
• Design adaptive learning strategies for varied student abilities
• Assess academic progress through personalized evaluation
• Partner with colleagues to enrich science learning experiences and contribute actively to a team-based culture of collegiality
• Collaborate in designing experiential and interdisciplinary learning opportunities to take learning beyond the confines of the science classroom
• Participate actively in the life of the wider school community

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field required (advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of three years of high school biology teaching experience
• Pedagogical expertise in science education, with a strong emphasis on effective lab-based instruction
• Competence in maintaining a safe lab environment through strict adherence to safety protocols
• Exceptional capabilities in student engagement and support
• Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning approaches
• Demonstrated ability to develop individualized learning strategies and flexibility in teaching methodology
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Alignment with the Sacred Heart educational mission to educate the whole child

Newton Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer. MA law requires fingerprint-based and criminal offender record information (CORI) checks for all employees working in public and private schools.

To apply: send a cover letter and resume to Ellen Levine: elevine@newtonSH.org