High School Science Teacher (2026-27)

High School Science Teacher (2026-27) Trinity High School River Forest, IL Job Details Full-time $43,000 - $68,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Professional Educator License Classroom experience Lesson planning Teaching science Full Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Trinity High School in River Forest, Illinois just west of Chicago, seeks a science teacher for its college preparatory and International Baccalaureate (IB) science curriculum, dedicated to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and the empowerment of young women. An all-girls Catholic, Dominican, Sinsinawa-founded and IB World School, Trinity ensures that each student is known, supported, and challenged to become her best self. As an IB World School, Trinity empowers young women to grow in knowledge, faith, and strength as confident leaders and global citizens. Now in its 108th year, Trinity draws students from more than 50 Chicagoland zip codes and reflects a purposefully diverse community committed to global citizenship and compassionate leadership. As a long-standing IB school, Trinity blends rigorous inquiry-based learning with its Catholic and Dominican values to prepare young women for lives of meaning and impact. To learn more about Trinity High School, please visit https://www.trinityhs.org/. The position begins in August 2026. Position Summary Trinity High School seeks a full-time science teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. Trinity teachers are mission-driven educators committed to Catholic values, academic excellence and the holistic formation of young women. Trinity teachers create a safe, inclusive, and intellectually challenging classroom environment rooted in Gospel values. Teachers demonstrate strong content knowledge, use varied instructional strategies, and assess student learning through meaningful and diverse methods. Responsibilities Plan and deliver instruction aligned with Trinity's college preparatory and IB curriculum Foster an inclusive learning environment that respects diverse abilities and backgrounds Participate in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) Support students' academic, personal, and spiritual growth Integrate instructional technology to enhance learning Teachers assigned to IB courses must complete required IB training during their first year. Trinity operates on a 4x5 block schedule. Teachers typically teach three to five course preparations across college preparatory, pre-IB/IB, and elective courses. Specific course loads will be shared with candidates at the time of the interview. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in the subject area (Master's preferred) Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (9-12) Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills Commitment to Catholic values and the mission of an all-girls school Ability to differentiate classroom instruction / labs for students with varying levels of science instruction prior to entering Trinity High School Willing and able to teach courses in both life and physical sciences Salary and Benefits Starting salary is dependent on degree and experience. For a first year teacher with no experience, starting salary is $43,000 - $68,000. Trinity offers Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, and a 403B plan. Time off includes paid time off and sick days, as well as scheduled school holidays. Application Process Interested applicants should email a cover letter and resume (PDF format) to , indicating the position in the subject line. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The interview process includes a phone screening interview, an in-person interview with the principal and department chair, a model lesson to be taught with a group of students and/or teachers at Trinity. All applicants must complete a reference and background check before hire. Notice of Non-Discrimination It is the policy of Trinity High School to comply with applicable state and federal laws prohibiting the discrimination of employment based on race, age, color, national origin, disability or other protected classification. Trinity High School is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community rooted in the Dominican tradition of truth, compassion, and justice.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$43,000.00 - $68,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

Professional Educator License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person