Upper School Chemistry Teacher

Position:

Upper School Chemistry Teacher Location:

Newton Country Day School, 785 Centre St.

Newton, MA Schedule:

Full-time, 10 months

Salary:

$63,000-130,000, dependent on education and experience Position Summary Newton Country Day School of the Sacred Heart seeks a passionate science educator for its Upper School, specializing in chemistry. This position requires a versatile instructor capable of teaching students in grades 9-12, with a commitment to supporting diverse learning needs and serving in a highly relational learning environment. Key Responsibilities Teach four sections of chemistry at levels ranging from standard-level chemistry to honors-level chemistry to AP Chemistry Foster a deep appreciation for chemistry by creating an engaging and dynamic classroom environment that highlights the relevance of chemistry in everyday life Cultivate skills in data analysis and interpretation, problem solving, and critical thinking Mentor students in our Independent Research in Science and Engineering program Provide individualized student support and accessible extra help Design adaptive learning strategies for varied student abilities Assess academic progress through personalized evaluation Partner with colleagues to enrich science learning experiences and contribute actively to a team-based culture of collegiality Collaborate in designing experiential and interdisciplinary learning opportunities to take learning beyond the confines of the science classroom Exhibit a strong commitment to lifelong learning by engaging in professional development opportunities Participate actively in the life of the wider school community by serving as an advisor for up to eight students, a moderator for a grade level, and a moderator for a co-curricular student activity; participating in weekly community time (announcements, chapel, class meeting); attending occasional evening and weekend events; and other duties as assigned Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field required (advanced degree preferred) Minimum of three years of high school chemistry teaching experience, including direct experience with AP Chemistry instruction Strong understanding of the AP Chemistry curriculum and exam format Pedagogical expertise in science education, with a strong emphasis on effective lab-based instruction Competence in maintaining a safe lab environment through strict adherence to safety protocols Experience in scientific research and a strong foundation in statistics are highly desirable Exceptional capabilities in student engagement and support Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning approaches Demonstrated ability to develop individualized learning strategies and flexibility in teaching methodology Strong organizational and communication skills Alignment with the Sacred Heart educational mission to educate the whole child Newton Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer. MA law requires fingerprint-based and criminal offender record information (CORI) checks for all employees working in public and private schools.

To apply:

send a cover letter and resume to

Ellen Levine:

elevine@newtonSH.org Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field required (advanced degree preferred) Minimum of three years of high school chemistry teaching experience, including direct experience with AP Chemistry instruction Strong understanding of the AP Chemistry curriculum and exam format Pedagogical expertise in science education, with a strong emphasis on effective lab-based instruction Competence in maintaining a safe lab environment through strict adherence to safety protocols Experience in scientific research and a strong foundation in statistics are highly desirable Exceptional capabilities in student engagement and support Commitment to inclusive, student-centered learning approaches Demonstrated ability to develop individualized learning strategies and flexibility in teaching methodology Strong organizational and communication skills Alignment with the Sacred Heart educational mission to educate the whole child Newton Country Day School is an equal opportunity employer. MA law requires fingerprint-based and criminal offender record information (CORI) checks for all employees working in public and private schools.