Science Teacher

Preston High School•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently accepting applications for a full-time teaching position for the 2026-2027 academic year: Science teacher: Experience teaching Biology and Forensic Science Bachelor's degree required; Master's Degree Preferred. Salary commensurate with degree and experience. At Preston we have 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 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

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
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
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
NYS teaching certificate, preferred

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