What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher position at Burr and Burton Academy?
Burr and Burton Academy seeks an enthusiastic and dedicated science teacher who has the skills and flexibility to teach a range of physical science classes to a diverse set of learners, beginning August 2025. Candidates should be well-versed in inquiry-based pedagogy, Next Generation Science Standards, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS). Applicants should also have experience facilitating laboratory work with all levels of high school students, and be dedicated to professional growth and collaborative curricular design.
The science department currently employs a physics-first curriculum in which students progress to chemistry and then biology; an ability to teach physical sciences is an asset to the team and a strong physical science background is essential. Teaching assignments will be based on the candidate’s strengths and interests in the context of current staff.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a personal statement, resume, and three professional references (preferably in a single PDF document) to Jamaica Kaercher, Assistant to the Headmaster, at jkaercher@burrburton.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position will be removed from the website once filled.