Upper School Science Teacher Jobs
Upper School Science Teacher jobs are open across independent schools, charter networks, and public school districts, at every level from early-career to department head, with specializations in biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.
Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape—guided by our mission: “Each student, future prepared.”
Main Purpose of Role:
Each employee demonstrates a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering an inclusive learning community. As an international school with a global outlook, Léman Manhattan utilizes the International Baccalaureate Programme's philosophy to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become thoughtful, engaged leaders. As a school community, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, belonging, and justice, and to holding ourselves accountable for addressing harm, repairing relationships, and continuing to learn together.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teaches a full time load of 5 classes
- Guides an advisory
- Experience in, and brings joy to, teaching Middle School science. Curricula include Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth Science
- Ability to teach science using a student-centered, hands-on approach.
- Keeps accurate grades using Standard Based Grading
- Communicates with students and families with feedback and progress on academic learning throughout the year
- Knows and uses a wide range of assessment strategies consistent with course content and objectives
- Provides reports on student progress and maintains open communication with ensuring that these reports are accurate and constructive
- Differentiates instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of students
- Identifies students who need additional academic assistance and be able to refer such students appropriately
- Provides opportunities for student expression using spoken, written, and electronic forms of communication
- Provides a safe learning environment in which students can take intellectual risks
- Uses learning resources and technology to enhance lessons where appropriate
- Creates an environment that is respectful and fosters a global mindset
- Demonstrates effective organizational skills, including lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, and designing, and implementing assessments
- Exercises classroom management with the use of fair and consistent standards and appropriate expectations that are clearly articulated to the students
- Utilizes learning management and student information systems provided by the school
- Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school; demonstrates behavior that is professional and ethical as identified in Employee Handbook (inside and outside of school)
- Continues to grow professionally by participating in educational opportunities, reads professional publications, and participates in professional organizations
- Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities
- Participates in school-wide events; attends during and after-school functions in support of school community
- Completes a minimum of two duties as assigned by Division Head (number of duties may vary depending on role)
- Attends and participates in all required faculty and staff meetings and serves on school committees as required
- Completes responsibilities as assigned by Division Head or direct supervisor based on student and school needs (e.g. test proctoring)
Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Education
- Experience teaching an IB Science preferred (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science)
- At least 3 years teaching experience in high-performing school preferred
- Experience interpreting and using multiple forms of data to inform instructions
- Knowledge and experience developing and assessing curriculum
- Experience with integration of instructional technology
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
- Effective organizational skills including but not limited to lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, designing and implementing assessments
- Ability to monitor student progress and report information in a timely manner
- Ability to manage, delegate and monitor tasks
- Ability to mentor and coach students, acts as a student achievement advocate and advisor
- Highly developed collaborative skills and the ability to work well with others
- Commitment to the school’s mission, core values, and inclusion statement
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.
Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape—guided by our mission: “Each student, future prepared.”
Main Purpose of Role:
Each employee demonstrates a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering an inclusive learning community. As an international school with a global outlook, Léman Manhattan utilizes the International Baccalaureate Programme's philosophy to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become thoughtful, engaged leaders. As a school community, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, belonging, and justice, and to holding ourselves accountable for addressing harm, repairing relationships, and continuing to learn together.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teaches a full time load of 5 classes
- Guides an advisory
- Experience in, and brings joy to, teaching Middle School science. Curricula include Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Earth Science
- Ability to teach science using a student-centered, hands-on approach.
- Keeps accurate grades using Standard Based Grading
- Communicates with students and families with feedback and progress on academic learning throughout the year
- Knows and uses a wide range of assessment strategies consistent with course content and objectives
- Provides reports on student progress and maintains open communication with ensuring that these reports are accurate and constructive
- Differentiates instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of students
- Identifies students who need additional academic assistance and be able to refer such students appropriately
- Provides opportunities for student expression using spoken, written, and electronic forms of communication
- Provides a safe learning environment in which students can take intellectual risks
- Uses learning resources and technology to enhance lessons where appropriate
- Creates an environment that is respectful and fosters a global mindset
- Demonstrates effective organizational skills, including lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, and designing, and implementing assessments
- Exercises classroom management with the use of fair and consistent standards and appropriate expectations that are clearly articulated to the students
- Utilizes learning management and student information systems provided by the school
- Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school; demonstrates behavior that is professional and ethical as identified in Employee Handbook (inside and outside of school)
- Continues to grow professionally by participating in educational opportunities, reads professional publications, and participates in professional organizations
- Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities
- Participates in school-wide events; attends during and after-school functions in support of school community
- Completes a minimum of two duties as assigned by Division Head (number of duties may vary depending on role)
- Attends and participates in all required faculty and staff meetings and serves on school committees as required
- Completes responsibilities as assigned by Division Head or direct supervisor based on student and school needs (e.g. test proctoring)
Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Education
- Experience teaching an IB Science preferred (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science)
- At least 3 years teaching experience in high-performing school preferred
- Experience interpreting and using multiple forms of data to inform instructions
- Knowledge and experience developing and assessing curriculum
- Experience with integration of instructional technology
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills
- Effective organizational skills including but not limited to lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, designing and implementing assessments
- Ability to monitor student progress and report information in a timely manner
- Ability to manage, delegate and monitor tasks
- Ability to mentor and coach students, acts as a student achievement advocate and advisor
- Highly developed collaborative skills and the ability to work well with others
- Commitment to the school’s mission, core values, and inclusion statement
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in upper school science teacher jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a natural science or science education field
- Valid state teaching license with a secondary science subject endorsement
- Experience teaching biology, chemistry, physics, or earth science at the high school level
- Familiarity with NGSS or relevant state science standards and curriculum frameworks
- Ability to design and supervise safe laboratory investigations for students
- Experience differentiating instruction for diverse learners including honors and AP sections
Tips for Your Upper School Science Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume to each school type
Independent schools, charter networks, and public districts each look for different things. Highlight inquiry-based pedagogy for independent schools, data-driven outcomes for charters, and state curriculum alignment for public districts. Generic resumes lose out to ones that speak the school's language.
List every science endorsement you hold
Many upper school science teacher postings filter by subject endorsement before a human reads anything. Make sure your state teaching license, any AP or IB authorization, and subject-specific certifications like National Board Certification appear clearly on your resume and in every application form.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists upper 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.
Build a portfolio around lab design
Bring evidence of original lab investigations you designed, not just labs you ran from a textbook. Hiring committees for upper school science roles want proof you can build hands-on, safety-compliant experiments that connect to current standards like NGSS or state frameworks.
Prepare a demo lesson before every interview
Most upper school science teacher hiring processes include a live or recorded demo lesson. Prepare one that shows you can facilitate student discourse around a data set or phenomenon, not just deliver direct instruction. Have a backup plan ready if the technology fails.
Negotiate your placement on the salary schedule
Public and many independent schools place new hires on a fixed salary schedule, but prior teaching experience, graduate credits, and industry experience in a science field often count toward a higher lane or step. Ask about placement criteria before you accept any offer.
Upper School Science Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most upper school science teachers?
The most active employers for upper school science teachers right now are Sylvan Learning Center, Oakcrest School, and Orangewood Christian School, and the most openings are in New York, Florida, and Indiana, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest for biology and chemistry teachers, with physics openings also appearing consistently across school types.
How many upper school science teacher jobs are remote?
About 17% of upper school science teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on lab component that most in-person school settings require. Curriculum development, online school instruction, and science coaching roles within ed-tech organizations are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote arrangements.
How do you become an upper school science teacher?
You need a bachelor's degree in a science discipline or science education, completion of a state-approved teacher preparation program, and a passing score on your state's licensure exams, which typically include a subject-matter test and a pedagogy assessment. After earning your initial license, most states require student teaching hours in a secondary classroom. Some states offer alternative certification routes for candidates who hold a science degree and want to transition from industry.
How do you get hired as an upper school science teacher with little experience?
Many schools will interview candidates who are finishing a student teaching placement or who hold a provisional license, particularly in high-need subjects like physics and chemistry. Emphasize any classroom observation hours, tutoring experience, or science outreach work in your application. Smaller independent schools and charter networks often hire newer teachers who bring strong subject-matter depth, especially for AP-level courses where content knowledge matters as much as classroom experience.
What does the upper school science teacher interview process look like?
Most upper school science teacher hiring processes include an initial phone or video screening, a campus visit with a panel interview, and a live demo lesson taught to actual students. The panel typically includes department chairs, an administrator, and sometimes a student representative. You may be asked to walk through a unit plan, explain how you assess lab skills, or describe how you support students who struggle with scientific reasoning.
Where can I find and apply to upper school science teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to upper school science teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your subject endorsement and experience level, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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