High School Teacher of Science

University School of Nashville•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

University School of Nashville is seeking a high school Science teacher with experience and expertise in teaching different grade level courses. A full list of our Science offerings is viewable in the course catalog on our website . This is a full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year. Responsibilities include teaching five sections of Science (likely foundational sections of Biology & Chemistry or Chemistry & Physics with the possibility of an elective in the future), participating collegially in meetings and initiatives of the Science department and of the high school faculty, and taking an active role in the life of the school community. Candidates will also have the opportunity to advise a group of 8-10 students. USN has a deep commitment to equitable and just community spaces. Candidates should be knowledgeable of research on how implicit biases in race, ethnicity, gender identity and socioeconomic class can shape curricula and pedagogy, classroom culture, and student outcomes. Candidates should be able to translate that knowledge into demonstrable actions that promote equitable and just teaching and learning. University School of Nashville invites qualified candidates to apply for a position teaching high school Science. Science teachers at USN employ a range of teaching practices, many of which support our four hallmark paths of teaching and learning: namely, encouraging students to become responsible consumers and producers of information, guiding critical thinking, providing opportunities for the application of acquired knowledge, and sparking curiosity and passion. Similarly, teachers facilitate classroom spaces that feature direct instruction, discussion, group work, student presentations, technology-based activities, and experiential learning, all as means to invite students into the exploration and conjecture necessary for deeper understanding of Science. Moreover, we create environments that underscore the importance of effective written and verbal communication.

Requirements

At least a bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a closely related field
High school or college teaching experience
The ability to teach a range of levels
An appreciation for high school students, and experience in a diverse school community
Candidates should be knowledgeable of research on how implicit biases in race, ethnicity, gender identity and socioeconomic class can shape curricula and pedagogy, classroom culture, and student outcomes
Candidates should be able to translate that knowledge into demonstrable actions that promote equitable and just teaching and learning
At least three years of teaching different levels of Science courses
Excellent verbal and written communications skills

Responsibilities

Teaching five sections of Science (likely foundational sections of Biology & Chemistry or Chemistry & Physics with the possibility of an elective in the future)
Participating collegially in meetings and initiatives of the Science department and of the high school faculty
Taking an active role in the life of the school community
Advising a group of 8-10 students
Classroom teachers are expected to work from 7:30 a.m to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, carrying out the duties and responsibilities outlined below.
Teachers must have regular and predictable attendance at school
Be on time each day
Be focused and responsible for independent supervision of a class of 18 or more students
Be able to communicate positively and productively with students, parents, and colleagues
Handle routine administrative duties, such as cafeteria duty, taking attendance, filling out reports, ordering new materials, and cooperating with requests made by the administration.