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Job Title: Middle School / High School Science Teacher
Position Type: Full-Time; 1.0 FTE - 2027-2028 School Year
Pay Range: $50,000 – $70,000 depending on experience and professional criteria
Teacher Salary Schedule located at:
https://www.lovelandclassical.org/financial-transparency/
Location: Academy (Middle/High School) Campus
Reports To: Academy Principal
SUMMARY:
Loveland Classical Schools seeks a highly skilled, experienced science teacher with deep subject knowledge, a demonstrated record of effective instruction, and a commitment to academic excellence in a classical school setting. The ideal candidate inspires curiosity, develops students’ scientific reasoning, and maintains a purposeful, well-managed classroom. A Teacher is an exempt position. Teachers are responsible for the education of their students. As examples to their students, teachers are expected to demonstrate high moral character and embrace the virtues of a democratic society. Academy Teachers are accountable to the Academy Principal. They are employed at will and operate as professionals within the guidelines established by the School and the Board of Directors (BOD). These guidelines provide that instruction be consistent with the Core Knowledge Sequence and the High School curriculum. Teachers are expected to adhere to Loveland Classical Schools Mission, Vision and Philosophy.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Responsible for conducting an organized and professional classroom:
● Teaches subject area according to curriculum guidelines specified by Loveland Classical Schools. Understand and adhere to the principles of classical education and apply the principles of the trivium
● Implements curriculum and instruction in a manner consistent with LCS’ Mission Statement
2. Responsible for conveying knowledge to students, willingness to meet each child’s academic need, and promoting high academic standards. Must have an unrelenting desire to improve students’ work, engage students, and maximize time in the classroom.
3. Command of the English language
● Ability to speak and write lucidly and grammatically
● Ability to correct students in writing and in speaking
4. Maintenance of Classroom Decorum
● Maintain a class environment focused on instruction
● Enforce the dress code
● Support the discipline procedures
● Require students to be respectful of their teachers
● Insist that students are attentive and participatory
● Implement and demonstrate character values in class
● Tolerate no cruelty among students
● Be sensitive to problems as they are developing and intervene immediately
● Provide clear expectations and effectively redirect misbehavior
5. Professionalism
● Loyalty to the school and its mission
● Willingness to take direction from administration
● Punctuality and attendance
● Professionalism in appearance
● Attendance to other assignments
● Follow policies established by Loveland Classical Schools BOD
6. Science Teacher Duties
● Plan lessons for Middle School and High School Science classes (Total 5 Classes)
● Implement high quality, rigorous lessons daily that demonstrate strong science content knowledge and effective instructional practices
● Provide deep content assignments and purposeful laboratory investigations that develop scientific reasoning, require evidence-based explanations, and check for understanding
● Assess mastery of content using well-designed quizzes, tests, and ongoing checks for understanding; use results to adjust instruction and support student growth
● Attend meetings to train and collaborate; contribute instructional expertise, share effective practices, and respond constructively to feedback
7. Other duties as assigned
REPORTING STRUCTURE:
This position reports directly to Academy Principal
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
● Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
● Pass the PRAXIS test or have 24 semester credits in minor areas of assignment
● Demonstrated mastery in an academic discipline, with strong science content knowledge and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and accurately
● Ability and willingness to teach the Core Knowledge Sequence or High School curriculum as defined in the charter application
● Willingness to teach moral character
● Ability to speak and write clearly and effectively
● Conviction in the values of a rigorous liberal arts education
● Demonstrated ability to maintain an orderly classroom through clear expectations, consistent routines, and effective student engagement
OTHER DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
● Successful middle school and/or high school science teaching experience strongly preferred, with a demonstrated record of student learning, rigorous instruction, and effective classroom management
● A liberal arts education
● Experience delivering the Core Knowledge Sequence or a rigorous liberal arts curriculum, with the ability to connect science instruction to the broader classical tradition
● Experience or knowledge of charter schools; skill in designing safe, meaningful laboratory experiences and adapting instruction to meet varied student needs
● Leadership experience preferred, including mentoring teachers, leading a department or instructional team, or supporting curriculum development and school improvement initiatives
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:
● This is an AT-WILL employment position. This means that the employee may be discharged for any reason or no reason at any time at the will of the school
● This position will be exempt, meaning that the employee is not entitled to overtime pay
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
● While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
HOW TO APPLY:
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PAY AND BENEFITS:
Pay: $50,000 – $70,000 depending on experience and professional criteria
Teacher Salary Schedule located at:
https://www.lovelandclassical.org/financial-transparency/
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Sick Time
Loveland Classical Schools is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in middle school science teacher jobs.
- Valid state teaching license with a science subject endorsement for grades six through eight
- Bachelor's degree in education, biology, chemistry, physics, or a closely related science field
- Experience designing inquiry-based lessons aligned to Next Generation Science Standards
- Demonstrated classroom management skills in a middle school or secondary setting
- Ability to maintain a safe lab environment and comply with district safety protocols
- Experience using student information systems and gradebook software for data-driven instruction
Tips for Your Middle School Science Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to grade band
Hiring committees distinguish middle school from elementary and high school experience. List your state teaching license with the exact grade band and subject endorsement on your resume, and name specific units or labs you designed for grades six through eight.
Highlight lab management and safety credentials
Many districts require documented lab safety training. If you hold a FLINN Scientific safety certificate or equivalent, list it prominently. Principals screening applications for science roles treat this as a differentiator, not an optional credential.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists middle school science teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your science endorsement
Job postings often specify life science, physical science, or earth science rather than a generic science title. Search for your endorsed subject area to find openings where your license is an exact match, which moves your application past initial screening faster.
Bring a sample lesson plan to the interview
Middle school science interviews frequently include a demo lesson or a question about lesson design. Prepare a 15-minute inquiry-based lesson tied to your state's Next Generation Science Standards and bring a printed copy to leave with the committee.
Negotiate your placement on the salary schedule
Most districts use a step-and-lane schedule tied to years of experience and graduate credits. Before accepting an offer, ask the HR contact which column your graduate coursework places you in and whether prior out-of-state experience counts toward your starting step.
Middle School Science Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most middle school science teachers?
Kreyco, Achievement First, and Uncommon Schools are hiring the most middle school science teachers right now, with openings concentrated in New Jersey, New York, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Charter management organizations and large urban school districts tend to post the highest volume of science openings throughout the hiring season.
How many middle school science teacher jobs are remote?
About 16% of middle school science teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most in-person roles requiring on-site lab instruction. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include curriculum development positions, instructional coaching roles, and online or virtual school placements that do not require physical lab supervision.
How do you become a middle school science teacher?
You need a bachelor's degree in education or a science discipline, completion of a state-approved teacher preparation program, and a passing score on your state's subject-area licensure exam. Most states require student teaching hours in a middle school placement before issuing a license. Some states offer alternative certification routes for candidates who hold a science degree but did not complete a traditional education program.
How do you get hired as a middle school science teacher with little experience?
Districts hiring for hard-to-fill science positions, particularly in rural areas or high-need urban schools, frequently consider candidates completing student teaching or finishing an alternative certification program. Substitute teaching in a target district builds familiarity with its curriculum and administration. Applying to positions that list Next Generation Science Standards experience as preferred rather than required gives new candidates a realistic entry point.
What does the middle school science teacher interview process look like?
Most districts run a two-stage process: a screening interview with a district HR coordinator followed by a building-level panel interview that includes the principal and one or two department colleagues. Many panels ask you to teach a brief demo lesson to a small group of students or the committee itself. Expect questions about classroom management strategies, differentiation for diverse learners, and your approach to lab safety.
Where can I find and apply to middle school science teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to middle school science teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from public school districts, charter networks, and private schools across the United States. Find roles that match your subject endorsement and grade band, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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