Science Teacher

Position: Upper School Science Teacher - Biology & Chemistry

Department: Upper School - Science Department

Location: Pritzker Science Center, Milton Academy Campus, Milton, MA

Hours: Full-time with the flexibility to work nights and weekends

FLSA: Exempt

Classification: Faculty (Academic Year)

Base Salary: For the 2026–27 academic year, faculty salaries range from $50,000 to $120,000 annually. Placement within this range is determined by years of experience, in alignment with Milton Academy’s faculty salary scale, which is designed to ensure equitable pay progression.

Housing Stipend: Faculty members who reside off-campus will also receive an annual stipend of $13,000 (in 2026-27) in addition to the base salary listed above.

Summary of Position:

Milton Academy is seeking a Science teacher who fosters a dynamic and inclusive learning environment focused on innovative teaching practices and student engagement. The individual is expected to actively support students, create a positive classroom culture, and adapt teaching methods to meet diverse learning styles.

This position involves instructing courses in chemistry and potentially biology, providing students with inquiry-based experiences across the life and physical sciences at all levels (regular, honors, and advanced). The role includes the development, implementation, and ongoing review of curriculum and course materials in the relevant disciplines.

Other faculty responsibilities at Milton Academy include advising, participation in community life, and engagement in residential programming. Please see the full job description for more information.

For 2026–27, the school seeks candidates who can contribute to residential life programming, including living on campus and serving as a house parent. Strong candidates committed to living on campus may receive preference.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Teaching and Curriculum

• Design and implement curriculum for chemistry and potentially biology courses, emphasizing student engagement while fostering a deep appreciation for scientific inquiry and laboratory practices.

• Develop and refine courses across relevant disciplines, including potential electives.

• Teach a range of courses from introductory to advanced levels in chemistry and potentially biology; preference for candidates able to teach advanced electives (e.g., organic chemistry or specialized biology topics).

• Create a student-centered learning environment that promotes critical thinking, experimental design, laboratory skills, and data analysis.

• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere that encourages curiosity, participation, and discussion.

• Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities.

• Stay current with developments in science education, biology, and chemistry, incorporating new pedagogical approaches and scientific advancements into the curriculum.

• Engage with and apply principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in curriculum design, teaching practices, and student interactions.

• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary initiatives, including partnerships with the middle school division on curriculum and instruction.

• Actively support students through mentorship and academic advising.

• Assess and evaluate student performance through a variety of methods, including assignments, projects, lab reports, and exams.

• Provide timely, detailed feedback and written comments that reflect a comprehensive understanding of each student's progress.

• Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues regarding academic growth and performance.

Advising

• Serve as an advisor to a group of up to nine students, engaging in advisor meetings each week.

• Connect, support, communicate, encourage, and celebrate each advisee

  • Facilitate students' social-emotional learning and growth in alignment with all school programming through small group meetings.

  • Build deep relationships with each advisee and assist them in navigating challenges they may encounter.

  • Form relationships with and act as a liaison between the school and advisee families; serve as the first point of contact between the school and families.

• Read and be familiar with all relevant materials, most importantly the Student Handbook and the sections of the US Faculty Handbook on academic regulations and diploma requirements.

• Be informed about course offerings for the following year and help each advisee select programs that are challenging and appropriate, as well as areas of special interest.

• Review each advisee’s grades and comments.

• Craft formal advisor reports for each advisee two times per year, offering overarching perspectives on their progress, and acknowledging a broader view of their academic and community achievements at Milton.

• Should an advisee need additional support in a particular area, be in steady contact with the advisee’s teachers, administrators, and/or other committees as needed.

• Attend all upper school student required weekly assemblies, programming, and special events (e.g., community service day, pep rallies).

• Attend class trips, retreats, and social events arranged by the director of student activities or the class dean.

Community

• Be a visible, accessible presence around campus.

• Contribute to creating a positive community culture that ensures students are heard, seen, valued, and cared for.

• Share in the enforcement of our expectations for students.

• Actively participate in greater community enrichment activities, such as advising a student activity, acting as a faculty sponsor to a student club, coaching an athletic team, leading an intramural sport or acting as an affinity group advisor.

• Complete all chaperone and/or supervisory duty, as assigned; lead and facilitate weekend programming / activities and supervise recreational activities both on and off campus.

Residential Life (if residing in on-campus housing)

• Act as a mentor and role model in all areas of the residential program, demonstrating a commitment to the success of each student, especially in the areas of social and emotional development.

• Contribute to creating a positive community culture within the dorms that ensures students are heard, seen, valued, and cared for.

• Be on call (on duty) as a dorm parent in a residential dorm once a week and on rotational weekends and ensure that all responsibilities and rules outlined in the faculty handbook around dorm supervision are adhered to.

• Facilitate and oversee programming when on duty and supervise recreational activities as assigned.

• Communicate regularly with other house staff as an opportunity to check in about the students in the dorm.

• Attend at least two dinners per week with the dorm community.

Other Professional Expectations and Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members.

• Act in a manner that is respectful, generous toward others, supportive of colleagues, and based in a belief in the competence and good intentions of all members of the community.

• Communicate openly and promptly, supporting colleagues, students, and the integrity of the institution in conversations with students and parents.

• Create and maintain classroom and campus environments that are open and flexible, reflecting the school’s values related to diversity, equity, and belonging.

• Strive to grow and improve professionally, demonstrating a commitment to continuing professional development in alignment with the upper school’s growth statements.

• Exhibit skills in collaborative problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork.

• Meet deadlines.

• Attend all school-wide, divisional, and faculty meetings and events and serve on committees as required.

• Prepare for and participate in opening of school programming, family visit days, graduation, and all other key student/family moments that are part of the school calendar.

• Complete school-required training.

• Abide by the school’s policies and procedures as outlined in the provided handbooks.

• Communicate with the appropriate supervisor when unable to meet any professional obligation.

Supervision to be received: Supervised by the Science Department Chair.

Supervision to be exercised: None.

Education/Certification/Licensure

Required: A bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or a related field

Preferred: A master’s degree in Chemistry/Science Education or a related field

Experience

Required: A minimum of three years of proven experience in teaching and creating science curriculum

Preferred: Experience working in an independent boarding / day school

Competencies

Required:

• Proficiency in science curriculum creation and instruction.

• Proficiency in inquiry-based teaching methods.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated computer expertise, including GoogleSuite, Microsoft Word, and Adobe.

• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituencies.

• Understanding of confidentiality and related issues.

• Receptive to supervision and professional development.

• Desire to be a part of a dynamic educational community.

Physical Abilities

Required:

• Must be able to work at a computer for up to 8 hours each day in conjunction with OSHA requirements.

• Must be able to teach in a classroom setting and use relevant instructional technology.

• Must be able to move around the Milton Academy campus without restriction.

• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.

All interested internal candidates must complete an application for promotion or transfer and inform your supervisor as soon as possible.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included in this job description; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This position description is subject to change at any time.

Milton Academy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any category protected by federal, state, or local law, including but not limited to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry , citizenship or nation or ethnic origin.

Salary : $50,000 - $120,000