Middle School Math and Science Teacher

• 14046
• 870 North California Avenue, Leland Manor, Palo Alto, CA, United States, 94303
• Middle School Education
• Full Time
• $64000.00 - $75000.00
  
  

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Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM.

Stratford School is currently seeking a passionate and skilled Middle School Math and Science Teacher for the upcoming school year. This full-time role teaches coursework in Algebra, Science and Engineering to students in 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Our ideal candidate brings energy, warmth, and the ability to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and academic excellence across STEM subjects.

You’ll have the opportunity to plan and implement curriculum, assess student progress, and maintain an engaging and organized classroom environment. This is a great position for a dedicated educator who thrives in a collaborative team, values inclusivity, and is committed to continuous professional growth.

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Start Date: July 31st, 2026

Salary Range: $64,000-$75,000

Employment Type: Full-Time | 10-Month School Year

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), and more
• Stratford Student Tuition Discount for full-time employees
• Opportunities for Advancement within our growing network of schools
• Supportive Work Culture grounded in collaboration, growth, and excellence
  
  

What You’ll Do

Teach Middle School School Math (Algebra) and Science curriculum

Implement engaging and differentiated instructional strategies

Assess, monitor, and document student academic progress

Maintain regular communication with parents and school leadership

Create a well-organized, positive, and inclusive classroom environment

Attend staff meetings and participate in in-house trainings

Collaborate with other teachers and contribute to curriculum development

Host an after-school Math/Science Club while providing office hours from 3:30-4:30

Perform related duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Math, Science, Education, or related field preferred
• Master’s degree and/or teaching credential a plus
• 2 years of teaching experience at the Middle School level
• Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills
• A collaborative mindset and eagerness to partner with colleagues
• A commitment to building positive relationships with students
• Enthusiasm for innovation and continuous improvement in education
  
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.