The Langley School, a Preschool-8 independent school in McLean, Virginia, is hiring a Science Teacher for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Grounded in a deep respect for childhood, The Langley School offers a warm, welcoming community and an exceptional academic program that uniquely combines inquiry-based learning and social-emotional learning for students in preschool through eighth grade. Since 1942, Langley has shaped curious, confident, resilient leaders, thinkers, and creators who are prepared to thrive in the nation’s top high schools and beyond. Langley attracts and retains talented faculty who support the whole child, are excited to be leaders in teaching and learning, and enjoy working in a diverse, highly collaborative setting. Teachers at Langley are committed to the social, emotional, intellectual, and physical growth of each student and foster a nurturing, engaging learning environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

The Science teacher will teach either grades 3- 5 or grade 6 Science, including designing and delivering instruction that reflects our inquiry-based instructional model, providing targeted and timely feedback on student learning, and adapting instruction based on student progress. The Science teacher will also participate in the life of the school, including, but not limited to being an advisor, teaching electives, chaperoning day and overnight trips, supervision of break and/or lunch, and other duties as assigned by their division head.

The Langley School offers highly competitive salaries, excellent benefits, robust professional development opportunities, and tuition remission for faculty and staff.

Requirements:

Teaching Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree required, Advanced degree preferred
• A minimum of three years prior experience teaching in a school setting

Ideal candidates will possess the following:

• Comfort working in a highly collaborative organization
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment
• Commitment to personal and professional development
• Experience developing curriculum is strongly preferred
• High level of integrity, professionalism, flexibility, and organization
• Experience integrating technology in pedagogy and the classroom
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

To Apply:

Please send a cover letter and resume to Jessica Robinson, Head of Lower School, at jrobinson@langleyschool.org. Please write “Science Teacher” in the subject line.

No phone calls, please.

The Langley School believes that a diverse school community promotes learning and growth, preparing students for responsible and compassionate global citizenship. The school administers all programs and policies without discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, age, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• Science

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Mc Lean, VA 22101 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mc Lean, VA 22101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person