(2026-2027) High School Science Teacher, Bethlehem Catholic High School

Diocese of Allentown • Bethlehem, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Science teacher actively instructs students, creates lesson plans, assigns and grades homework, manages students in the classroom, communicates with families, and helps students grow in their science education. This role involves teaching at grade levels from Freshman through Senior, with a course load including Honors Biology, AP Chemistry, and all levels of Physics. The teacher will demonstrate knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools to achieve measurable outcomes. They will establish and maintain appropriate student supervision to ensure a safe and productive environment, upholding the school's discipline procedures. The position requires organizing daily class time, developing weekly lessons with appropriate materials, and providing detailed plans for substitute teachers. Maintaining fair and accurate grading policies, procedures, and attendance is crucial. Regular communication with students and parents regarding schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs is expected, including participation in parent-teacher conferences. The teacher will evaluate student progress, maintain records, prepare and score tests, and prepare progress reports and report cards. Confidentiality regarding school matters and adherence to all school and diocesan policies are mandatory. Professional growth, adherence to professional standards, and collaboration with other staff members are also key aspects of this role. Attendance at required in-service training, meetings, and workshops is necessary, along with participation in faculty meetings. The Principal may assign other duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or related field.
• Previous experience working with children.
• An understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.
• The ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.
• Good writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence is essential.
• Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old.)
• Attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

Nice To Haves

• PA teaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach at grade levels from Freshman through Senior, including Honors Biology, AP Chemistry, and all levels of Physics.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools.
• Establish and maintain appropriate student supervision for a safe, orderly, effective, and productive environment.
• Uphold Bethlehem Catholic High School's discipline procedures.
• Organize daily class time and develop weekly lessons with appropriate instructional materials.
• Provide appropriate, detailed instructions/plans for a substitute teacher in the event of absence.
• Maintain fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance.
• Regularly check email and update web pages as required.
• Grade papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately.
• Communicate with students and parents regularly about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs.
• Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year.
• Evaluate each student's progress in their knowledge and lessons.
• Keep appropriate records.
• Prepare, administer, score, and record results of tests in evaluating student progress.
• Prepare progress reports and report cards.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters, including social media and online platforms.
• Follow all Bethlehem Catholic High School and Allentown Diocese policies.
• Maintain and engage in professional growth, adhere to professional standards, and demonstrate professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership.
• Cooperate and collaborate with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Attend all required in-service training meetings and workshops.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Principal.

What This Job Offers

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