Description

Bullis School seeks an Upper School Biology Teacher to contribute to our vibrant learning community starting in the 2024-25 academic year. Candidates should have experience teaching science to a wide range of learners and value interdisciplinary thinking to guide students as they develop a deeper understanding of our interconnected world through the study of science. This position primarily teaches courses in biology with the possibility of environmental science as well. Responsibilities include teaching five classes, contributing to department initiatives, and advising. Additional opportunities to supervise after-school activities are based on need and interest. This is a 10-month position reporting to the Upper School Science Department Chair.

The Bullis Upper School Science Department values collaboration and nurtures a culture of continuous growth and collegial support. Teachers keep up to date with current advances in science, teaching resources, pedagogy, and national objectives and have opportunities to collaboratively research and craft differentiated, engaging lessons for students with various learning abilities. Science courses are taught in technology-rich lab classrooms in the school’s newest building devoted to STEM and Entrepreneurship. Students engage in inquiry-based experimentation, use lab notebooks, and are authentically assessed on content and laboratory skills. Each year, Bullis science teachers incorporate research, experimental design, and STEM projects in which students practice Bullis' core values while gaining a deeper understanding of the natural world around us. Check out what it's like in anUpper School Science Classroom!

Duties & Qualifications

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for teaching five classes (or four classes and two activities) per academic year
• Participate and collaborate with teachers and other subject-area experts on grade-level and interdisciplinary teams. 
• Use technology to blend learning and engage students in active, experiential, and hands-on learning.
• Develop lesson plans and supplementary materials compatible with the basic instructional philosophy
• Create learning environments that encourage risk-taking and deep learning for students with a range of learning abilities using a variety of methods and technology.
• Design research, experimental design, and STEM projects in which students practice Bullis’ core values
• Utilize laboratory notebooks, lab practica, and authentic assessments to assess student’s content and laboratory skills.
• Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
• Develop and deliver highly engaging, innovative lessons in course-aligned teams.
• Attend Upper School divisional, science department, grade-level, and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Committed to staying up to date on current pedagogical practices and field-related trends
• Communicate with parents, school counselors, and administrators on students’ progress, as needed and appropriate.
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward academic standards and provide timely feedback to students
• Use the student learning management system to provide timely feedback, grades, and assignments to students.
• Oversee at least one additional role within the community, such as student advising.
• Ability to regularly sit and/or stand for long periods and the ability to lift up to 25 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodations

Other Duties:

• Continued professional development endeavors

• Additional duties as assigned by the Head of Upper School

Qualities of a Bullis Teacher

• An appreciation and respect for high school-aged students as learners and people through challenging and joyful moments alike 
• Use of reflection and feedback aimed at continued growth in the field of teaching and working with young people
• Commitment and knowledge to work with, teach, and lead groups of diverse individuals in respectful, equitable, and inclusive ways
• Good cheer, humor, and warmth, balanced by professionalism and sound judgment
• Detail-oriented, with the capacity to effectively and efficiently manage multiple tasks and demands on attention
• Experience teaching in a technology-rich environment

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field 
• Minimum of three years teaching experience in secondary education

Preferred:

• Master’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field 
• Teaching certification is not required