Biology Teacher Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred in Biology, Biological Sciences, or Science Education.
• Illinois Professional Educator License in high school science preferred.
• National Board Certification a major plus.
• 3+ years of science teaching preferred, ideally including laboratory-based biology.
• Evidence of students doing science, not just reading about it.
• Instruction: inquiry-based, laboratory-rich biology.
• Assessment: growth students can see, feedback students can use.
• Safety: a lab that is rigorous and safe in equal measure.
• Community: science visible in the life of the school.

Nice To Haves

• College-preparatory, independent, Jewish day or faith-based school experience is a plus.
• Being Jewish is not a requirement for this role.
• Fewer years but exceptional craft is considered.
• Ability to teach mathematics in addition to science (for full-time STEM Department Chair role).

Responsibilities

• Teach sections of Biology and Biology Honors as assigned.
• Design and implement engaging, standards-based, laboratory-rich lessons that build scientific reasoning and quantitative literacy through real data collection and analysis.
• Teach in the spirit of the accomplished-practice standards for science teaching, ensuring students investigate, explore, and work with equipment and resources as similar as possible to those used by practicing scientists.
• Maintain laboratory safety standards and protocols in every session.
• Promote inquiry-based learning, laboratory research, field and data-driven investigation, and project-based experiences, including immersive and experiential approaches where they deepen mastery.
• Build toward the Advanced Placement frameworks that anchor the science sequence — AP Biology, AP Chemistry, and AP Physics — and teach so that students meet or exceed them.
• Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners and learning styles.
• Utilize educational technology and current life-science research to enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Assess student progress through a variety of formative and summative measures and provide timely, meaningful feedback.
• Develop authentic assessments that measure student growth and mastery.
• Collaborate in the development of a vertically aligned science curriculum that carries students up the ladder to AP Biology and advanced research.
• Foster a classroom environment characterized by curiosity, respect, inclusion, and intellectual challenge.
• Build strong relationships with students and serve as a trusted mentor and advisor.
• Support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth.
• Encourage student leadership, confidence, and active participation in school life.
• Contribute actively to the vibrant culture and mission of Davis School Chicago.
• Partner with colleagues to support school-wide programming, celebrations, and community initiatives.
• Help create opportunities for students to engage with the life sciences beyond the classroom, from research exposure to science competitions.
• Serve as an ambassador for science education within the school and broader community.
• Showcase student achievement through competitions, presentations, exhibitions, and public events.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and community events as scoped for a part-time role.
• Help moderate student clubs and activities where scope allows.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families regarding student progress and learning goals.
• Collaborate with colleagues across academic departments to develop interdisciplinary learning experiences.
• Partner with faculty and school leadership to advance school goals, curriculum development, and student success initiatives.

Benefits

• Paid leave and paid sick leave accrue as required by law.
• This position is not eligible for the school’s benefits package.