High School Biology Teacher
About The Position
We are currently accepting applications for a full-time teaching position for the 2026-2027 academic year. Preston has a robust science curriculum including Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and multiple senior electives. We are seeking a full time science teacher with a background in Biology. The role of a Preston Science teacher is to guide students in understanding their subject matter through evidence-based scientific explanations, thoughtful questions, real world models, and hands on investigations. The teacher will place an emphasis on developing scientific thinkers by inviting students to ask questions and by providing a supportive space for students to think their way through difficult scientific concepts. The teacher will help students see the relevance of science in their everyday lives, as well as equip students with the tools necessary to be innovative problem solvers within modern day society. The teacher will prepare all students for success with New York State Regents Science exams.
Requirements
- Experience teaching Biology and Forensic Science
- Bachelor's degree required
- Strong background knowledge of science is essential to guiding student learning
- Familiarity with NYS science curriculum, lab requirements and the New York State Regents standards in the science disciplines
- Receptive to feedback and willing to adapt practices to address feedback
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
- Prior teaching experience, high school level preferred
- Must be able to utilize educational technology (Chromebooks, Google Classroom etc.) and incorporate these technologies into their classroom delivery and assignments
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
- Skilled at communicating and working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and with diverse perspectives
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree Preferred
- NYS teaching certificate, preferred
- An ideal candidate will be willing to work with grade level teachers across departments in an effort to increase student success in the classroom
- The ideal candidate will participate in science related co-curriculars such as the STEM club or Engineering Tomorrow Labs
- The ideal teacher learns individual students strengths and challenges and uses a variety of teaching methods to reach different learning styles
Responsibilities
- Guide students in understanding their subject matter through evidence-based scientific explanations, thoughtful questions, real world models, and hands on investigations
- Place an emphasis on developing scientific thinkers by inviting students to ask questions and by providing a supportive space for students to think their way through difficult scientific concepts
- Help students see the relevance of science in their everyday lives, as well as equip students with the tools necessary to be innovative problem solvers within modern day society
- Prepare all students for success with New York State Regents Science exams
- Work with grade level teachers across departments in an effort to increase student success in the classroom
- Create environments where students have the opportunity to creatively think and apply knowledge
- Participate in science related co-curriculars such as the STEM club or Engineering Tomorrow Labs
- Learn individual students strengths and challenges and uses a variety of teaching methods to reach different learning styles
- Respond to parent requests and/or e-mails within two business days with a professionally worded response
- Address and resolve issues quickly
Benefits
- Salary commensurate with degree and experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
