Our Community

As the only private, independent K-12 day school on the West Side of Cleveland, Lake Ridge Academy is both a school with exceedingly high scholarship, and a school where every student is known well and supported by his or her teachers and other adults. Every adult on campus contributes to our culture, regardless of his or her formal role at the school; we look for employees who want to spend their time in a school environment and build relationships with our students. We seek qualified candidates with high emotional intelligence and a history of flexibility, collaboration, and openness. For every opening, we seek to attract candidates from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Why Lake Ridge Academy

The best things about working at Lake Ridge Academy are the sense of community, of contributing to the success of our students, and the opportunity to align your professional life with a passion for helping young people. Our salaries are competitive, and our employee benefits for full-time employees include subsidized health insurance and a 403(b) retirement plan. In addition, Lake Ridge Academy provides generous tuition remission for qualified children of full-time employees.

Upper School Chemistry Teacher

Lake Ridge Academy is seeking a full-time Upper School Chemistry Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemistry and be able to teach at every level, from general to AP Chemistry. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in curriculum design and knowledge of latest trends in pedagogy and assessment methods. The best candidates are those who embrace a healthy combination of joy and rigor in the classroom, love working with and supporting students, and model lifelong learning.

Primary Job Functions:

• Teach 4 sections of chemistry at the general, honors, and AP levels with ability to teach electives.
• Provide extensive hands-on laboratory experience for students.
• Meet students for individual help outside of class.
• Serve as advisor to 8-10 upper school students.
• Participate in extracurricular life at school, including support of House events, sponsoring a club, etc.
• Participate in faculty committees and meetings.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Science or related field.
• Certified, or qualified and willing to become certified, in AP Chemistry
• Knowledgeable in laboratory safety procedures and experience implementing lab safety protocols.
• Possess a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Experience in conducting chemistry labs at the high school level

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• 3-5 years of teaching experience in an upper school, preferably in independent schools.
• Experience teaching AP chemistry.
• Experience and interest in coaching athletics at high school or middle school level.
• Experience maintaining a chemical stockroom and an inventory list.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, to careers@lakeridgeacademy.org.