2026-2027 Science Teacher (Biological Sciences)

Ednovate • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

Ednovate seeks a Science Teacher to drive exceptional student learning and ensure students meet or exceed ambitious academic and social-emotional standards. The teacher plans and implements a rigorous, standards-aligned biology curriculum, supports a cohort of advisees throughout their time at Ednovate, and contributes to a positive, solutions-oriented team and school culture. The role is suited to educators who believe all students can achieve at high levels and want to grow in a collaborative, results-oriented environment.

The position develops and implements digital curriculum aligned with Common Core and NGSS standards, teaches biological sciences through hands-on discovery, and fosters scientific literacy, critical thinking, problem solving, and a lifelong interest in science. The teacher creates rigorous lesson and unit plans, monitors student mastery using Ednovate data systems, adapts instruction based on results, provides actionable feedback, and leads project-based learning. Through advisory, the teacher mentors students, supports their yearly promotion requirements, and conducts guided reflection and individual conferences. The teacher also establishes consistent class routines and expectations, builds student community, maintains high expectations, and contributes to collaborative team practices.

This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the principal. Ednovate is a tuition-free public school organization serving communities with traditionally limited access to college-preparatory education. The role is based in Southern California; a specific workplace arrangement is not stated.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Significant content expertise in biological sciences required.
• A clear path to receiving a teaching credential within one year is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including effective communication with colleagues, students, and families.
• A California Single Subject Teaching Credential or out-of-state teaching credential is preferred.
• Two or more years of teaching experience in a relevant subject area with a strong record of improving student learning is strongly preferred.
• Passion for increasing college attainment for historically underrepresented students.
• Commitment to promoting educational opportunity for all students and families.
• Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds and engage in healthy debate and feedback.
• Resourcefulness, persistence, and a growth mindset.

Nice To Haves

• A California Single Subject Teaching Credential or out-of-state teaching credential.
• Two or more years of teaching experience in a relevant subject area with a strong record of improving student learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital curriculum aligned with Common Core and NGSS standards.
• Teach biological sciences and develop students’ understanding of life processes, organisms, and their interactions with the environment.
• Foster scientific literacy, critical thinking, problem solving, hands-on discovery, and students’ interest in science.
• Create rigorous lesson and unit plans through backwards planning.
• Track student mastery using Ednovate data systems and adapt instruction based on data.
• Lead project-based learning opportunities that help students develop passion and purpose.
• Provide students with clear, actionable feedback to support continuous growth.
• Mentor a cohort of students through advisory throughout their high school experience.
• Support advisees in meeting yearly promotion requirements through guided reflection and one-on-one conferences.
• Establish clear, consistent, logical class structures, routines, and expectations aligned with the student culture model.
• Build student community through relationship-building, maintain high expectations, and support students to meet them.
• Create urgency, optimism, and engagement among students.
• Build positive relationships with teammates, engage in difficult conversations and debate, seek and provide feedback, clarify decisions, and commit to collective results.

Benefits

• Competitive, transparent salary of $63,250–$112,068, depending on background and experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including a fully paid medical and dental option for employees and their families.
• Flexible spending account options.
• Paid family leave.
• Short-term disability and life insurance benefits.
• Fitness and entertainment discounts.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company matching up to 3%.
• Opportunities to grow, learn, and be part of the Ednovate community.

What This Job Offers

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