Middle School Science Teacher

The Rivers School • Weston, MA

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The Rivers School, a co-ed independent day school serving grades 6-12 in Weston, MA, is seeking dynamic and innovative professionals to join its community. This full-time Middle School Science position, commencing in the 2026-27 school year, involves teaching four classes, co-advising a group of middle school students, and contributing to the school’s co-curricular program through coaching or club advising. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative educator passionate about teaching middle school, committed to professional development and inquiry-based learning. Essential qualities include a team-first attitude, genuine care for student well-being, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to the school’s DEI mission. The role requires collaboration with colleagues to develop the department’s curriculum and pedagogy.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience teaching biology, chemistry, and/or Earth science, preferably at the middle school level
• Bachelor’s degree in a related subject
• Ability and desire to collaborate effectively with colleagues
• Team-first attitude
• Sincere care for student well-being
• Strong organizational skills
• Commitment to professional development and personal growth as a teacher of science and inquiry-based learning

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree

Responsibilities

• Teaching four middle school science classes
• Co-advising a group of middle school students
• Contributing to the school’s co-curricular program as a coach or club advisor
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop the department’s curriculum and pedagogy
• Advancing the school’s DEI mission

Benefits

• Extensive mentoring from the Department Chair and Assistant Head of Middle School
• Close relationship with a faculty mentor for first-year faculty
• Onboarding program led by the Director of New Faculty Development
• BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and white ally affinity spaces for faculty
• School-wide professional development to support and enrich DEI work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level