Middle School Science Teacher Jobs

Middle School Science Teacher jobs are open across public school districts, charter networks, and private schools, from first-year teachers to department heads, with specializations in life science, physical science, and earth science. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Open roles234+
Top stateNew Jersey
Top employerKreyco
Top cityCamden, NJ
Work type84% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Middle School / High School Science Teacher
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Middle School / High School Science Teacher
Loveland Classical Schools
Loveland, Colorado
Curriculum Design
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$50k - $70k/yr
On-Site
High school
51-200

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Middle School Science Teacher Position
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Middle School Science Teacher Position
Delaware Schools Consortium
Delaware
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Teaching Certification

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Middle School Science Teacher(Sponsorship is NOT currently available)
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Middle School Science Teacher(Sponsorship is NOT currently available)
Delaware Schools Consortium
Delaware
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
Teaching Certification

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Middle School Science Teacher
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Middle School Science Teacher
Teodora Health
Summerville, South Carolina
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$42 - $48/hr
On-Site
Teaching Certification

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Middle School Social Science Teacher
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Middle School Social Science Teacher
Miami Valley School
Dayton, Ohio
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
On-Site
Master's degree

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Middle School Science Teacher Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Kreyco22
  • Achievement First6
  • Uncommon Schools3
  • Connections Education3
  • Frederick County Public Schools3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

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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