What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upper School Science Teacher position at Nichols School?
Nichols School seeks a full-time Upper School science teacher (grades 9-12) for the 2026-27 academic year. The ideal candidate will teach science courses as assigned, with a primary focus on AP Biology and College Preparatory Biology, and will be able to teach other core subjects (e.g., chemistry and/or physics) as the program requires.
The successful candidate will use science as a springboard for higher-level critical and creative thinking, helping students make meaningful connections between content and the world around them. We are seeking an educator who values inquiry-based learning, embraces the thoughtful use of technology as an instructional tool, and is committed to engaging students in a rigorous, supportive classroom environment.
All Upper School faculty teach four sections and serve as an advisor to a cohort of students. In addition to classroom teaching, faculty are expected to contribute to the broader life of the school through collaboration, student support, and possible participation in co-curricular programs.
DUTIES:
- Teach four sections of Upper School Science with a primary focus on AP Biology and College Preparatory Biology, but capable of teaching other core subjects (e.g., chemistry and/or physics), depending on need.
- Adapt lessons and approaches to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Serve as an Upper School advisor to a group of approximately 10 students.
- Work closely and effectively with members of the Science department to ensure that the curriculum flows smoothly.
- Communicate proactively, positively, and professionally with parents to support students' academic, social-emotional, and physical needs.
- Engage in continued professional development.
- Provides timely feedback and collaborates with faculty to offer specialized support
- Foster a supportive and engaging classroom environment.
- Identify and respond to the individual academic, social, and emotional needs of students, including learning differences, in collaboration with our Learning Specialist.
- Attend scheduled division, advisor, faculty, and department meetings.
- Participate in the traditions, culture, and events of the Upper School.
- Perform other duties to support the division and/or school as a whole as assigned. The capacity to contribute in other areas is a valuable consideration.
- Open to being involved in competitive STEM, assisting in Science Olympiad or FIRST Robotics, or directing a club.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate field; advanced degree preferred.
- Demonstrates superior content knowledge.
- Design formal and informal assessments that measure student progress.
- Encourages a culture of mutual respect and equitable practice.
- Exhibits knowledge of student cognitive development and various learning styles.
- Sets high academic achievement expectations
- Passion for working with Upper School students.
- Creative, enthusiastic, and growth-mindset approach to learning.
- Identifies and supports students’ social, emotional, and behavioral learning needs
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Genuine concern for students and their learning success.
- Scaffolds instructional activities that facilitate engaging and appropriate learning
opportunities - Collaborative approach to working with other faculty members, administrators, and staff to further its mission
- Excellent interpersonal and classroom management skills.
- Ability to be flexible and go with the flow in a dynamic school setting.
Salary : $40,000 - $80,000