Secondary Science Teacher Jobs
Secondary Science Teacher jobs are open across public K-12 districts, charter schools, and private institutions, from new-grad licensed teachers to department heads and lead educators, with specializations in biology, chemistry, and physics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high-performing, team-oriented culture.
- 21,650 Students
- 2,600 Team Members
- 16 Secondary Campuses
- 12 Elementary Campuses
- 91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
- 96% Hispanic & African-American Students
- 99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University
- 85% First-Generation College Students
- Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report
We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population.
- Developing rigorous lessons in your specific content area, in 1:1 blended learning environments, in order to reignite your students for college and beyond while bridging gaps for marginalized communities
- Setting ambitious goals with your students and monitoring their progress while encouraging them through frequent and persistent feedback
- Tracking student growth and using data and feedback from coaches to create student growth plans when needed for student achievement concerns
- Building transformable relationships with students and families by providing regular, and consistent, communication with parents via phone or video conference, email, or district-approved website
- Creating a physical or virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Collaborating with co-planner to work through daily lesson plans and add resources when needed to fit students’ needs.
- Meeting regular deadlines for daily lesson plans, submitting grades, and work samples
- Working on a team of teachers and leaders to provide consistency, support, and accountability to all students
- Working with content teams in Professional Development to norm on, and improve student learning
- Conducting weekly tutorials outside of regular class day to provide additional instruction and support to students
- Completing supervision duties on campus that support student safety including but not limited to morning duty, lunch duty, dismissal, detention, and afterschool duty
- Growing professionally in your craft of teaching by both receive and giving feedback on a consistent basis from DOI, School Leader, Administration Team
- Persisting in the face of challenges, learning from mistakes, and setting a strong example of character for your students
- Being available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with campus leaders, collaborators, students, and/or parents
- Providing personal care services as needed
- Additional duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
- Texas Educator Certification, or willing to join ACP to get certified
- Strong ability to navigate web-related applications and technology
- Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms
- Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
- Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
- Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
- A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional
- Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools
- Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education
- Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos
- Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results
- Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth
- Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.
- Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.
- Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.
- Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 10 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.
- Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure.
- Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.
- Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well.
YES Prep might use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. AI may help inform our work, but it does not make hiring decisions. Our recruitment and hiring teams use human judgment throughout the process, and final hiring decisions are made by people. For more information about how YES Prep collects and uses personal information, please review our privacy policy: www.yesprep.org/privacy-policy
Description
At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high-performing, team-oriented culture.
- 21,650 Students
- 2,600 Team Members
- 16 Secondary Campuses
- 12 Elementary Campuses
- 91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch
- 96% Hispanic & African-American Students
- 99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University
- 85% First-Generation College Students
- Ranked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World Report
We serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population.
- Developing rigorous lessons in your specific content area, in 1:1 blended learning environments, in order to reignite your students for college and beyond while bridging gaps for marginalized communities
- Setting ambitious goals with your students and monitoring their progress while encouraging them through frequent and persistent feedback
- Tracking student growth and using data and feedback from coaches to create student growth plans when needed for student achievement concerns
- Building transformable relationships with students and families by providing regular, and consistent, communication with parents via phone or video conference, email, or district-approved website
- Creating a physical or virtual classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Collaborating with co-planner to work through daily lesson plans and add resources when needed to fit students’ needs.
- Meeting regular deadlines for daily lesson plans, submitting grades, and work samples
- Working on a team of teachers and leaders to provide consistency, support, and accountability to all students
- Working with content teams in Professional Development to norm on, and improve student learning
- Conducting weekly tutorials outside of regular class day to provide additional instruction and support to students
- Completing supervision duties on campus that support student safety including but not limited to morning duty, lunch duty, dismissal, detention, and afterschool duty
- Growing professionally in your craft of teaching by both receive and giving feedback on a consistent basis from DOI, School Leader, Administration Team
- Persisting in the face of challenges, learning from mistakes, and setting a strong example of character for your students
- Being available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with campus leaders, collaborators, students, and/or parents
- Providing personal care services as needed
- Additional duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university recognized by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB)
- Texas Educator Certification, or willing to join ACP to get certified
- Strong ability to navigate web-related applications and technology
- Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms
- Belief in and commitment to the mission and core value of YES Prep Public Schools
- Openness to giving and receiving frequent feedback
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
- Ability to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environment
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once
- A dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professional
- Belief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools
- Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education
- Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos
- Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results
- Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth
- Compensation – This position is an exempt, salaried position; salary offers commensurate with experience.
- Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option that includes $600 towards a Health Savings Account, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.
- Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and a 457b Retirement Plan.
- Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 10 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.
- Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure.
- Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development.
- Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well.
YES Prep might use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. AI may help inform our work, but it does not make hiring decisions. Our recruitment and hiring teams use human judgment throughout the process, and final hiring decisions are made by people. For more information about how YES Prep collects and uses personal information, please review our privacy policy: www.yesprep.org/privacy-policy
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in secondary science teacher jobs.
- Valid state teaching license or certification in a secondary science subject area
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant science discipline or science education
- Experience developing standards-aligned lesson plans using NGSS frameworks
- Proficiency managing lab safety protocols and hands-on laboratory instruction
- Classroom management experience across diverse learner populations
- Familiarity with learning management systems and digital instructional tools
Tips for Your Secondary Science Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to each subject
Hiring committees scan for the specific science subject in your resume headline and credentials. If you're certified in biology but applying to a chemistry opening, clarify any crossover coursework, lab experience, or dual endorsements you hold so the connection is explicit.
List your state teaching certification clearly
Put your state licensure, endorsement area, and expiration date in a dedicated credentials section near the top. Recruiters filter fast, and a buried or missing certification detail can get your application screened out before anyone reads your experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists secondary 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 districts during their hiring windows
Most public school districts post science teacher openings between February and April for the following school year. Applications submitted during this window get seen by decision-makers before positions are informally filled. Applying in summer often means competing for leftover vacancies.
Prepare a demo lesson before every interview
Nearly every secondary science teacher interview includes a live or recorded instructional demonstration. Choose a concept you teach confidently, build in a student interaction moment, and time it tightly, going over or under the allotted period is a common reason strong candidates don't advance.
Negotiate start date alongside any offer
If you're finishing a credential program or completing a current contract, ask about a delayed start rather than declining an offer. Many districts have flexibility on start dates, especially for hard-to-fill science subjects like physics and chemistry, and asking rarely costs you the offer.
Secondary Science Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most secondary science teachers?
Montgomery Public Schools, Denver Public Schools, and Connections Education are hiring the most secondary science teachers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Alabama, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Science teacher demand is especially strong in districts with high student enrollment growth.
How many secondary science teacher jobs are remote?
About 20% of secondary science teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote roles in curriculum development, online charter schools, and science instructional coaching rather than traditional classroom positions. In-person lab instruction means most standard teaching roles remain on-site.
How do you become a secondary science teacher?
To become a secondary science teacher, you need a bachelor's degree in a science field or science education, followed by a state-approved teacher preparation program that includes student teaching. After completing the program, you apply for your state teaching license with the appropriate secondary science endorsement. Some states offer alternative certification routes for career changers who already hold a science degree.
How do you get hired as a secondary science teacher with little or no experience?
Start by completing your student teaching placement in a secondary science classroom and treating it as a working audition, strong mentor teacher references from that placement carry significant weight with hiring committees. Apply to districts known to hire new graduates, including those with teacher residency or induction programs. Highlighting any lab work, tutoring, informal science instruction, or science camp experience helps fill the experience gap on your application.
What does the secondary science teacher interview process look like?
Most secondary science teacher interviews begin with a screening call or panel interview covering classroom philosophy, lab safety practices, and differentiation strategies. A live or recorded demo lesson is standard at the final round, typically observed by an administrator and sometimes department colleagues. Candidates are often asked to respond to a student behavior scenario and may tour the school's science facilities before receiving an offer.
Where can I find and apply to secondary science teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to secondary science teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from school districts and institutions across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your subject endorsement, grade level, and location, then apply directly to each position that fits your background.
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