26-27 Secondary Science Teacher

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a dedicated science educator to deliver engaging, lab-based instruction across Biology, Chemistry and Physics. You will design inquiry-based lessons, prioritize safety, and engage students with real-world STEM applications.

The role emphasizes data-driven assessment, inclusive teaching, and active participation in science fairs and STEM events to ignite curiosity and strengthen the STEM program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science Education, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field (Master's preferred).
• Valid Alabama Professional Educator Certificate with Science (6-12) endorsement preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of Alabama Course of Study Standards for Science.
• Best practices in laboratory safety and management.
• Technology integration in science instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standards-aligned instruction in Biology, Chemistry, Physics.
• Design inquiry-based lessons with lab investigations.
• Implement research-based science pedagogy with safety as a priority.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to measure conceptual understanding.
• Foster critical thinking through experimental design and data interpretation.
• Maintain an inclusive classroom that supports all learners.
• Participate in science fairs, STEM nights, and department initiatives.

Skills

Standards-aligned instruction

Lab safety & management

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in science education or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview:

You'll create an engaging, lab-based learning environment that develops scientific literacy through hands-on experimentation, data analysis, and real-world applications. This position offers the opportunity to ignite scientific curiosity while collaborating with our dedicated STEM department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver standards-aligned instruction in Biology, Chemistry, Physics,

• Design inquiry-based lessons incorporating lab investigations and STEM applications

• Implement research-based science pedagogy with safety as a priority

• Utilize formative and summative assessments to measure conceptual understanding

• Foster critical thinking through experimental design and data interpretation

• Maintain an inclusive classroom that supports all learners

• Participate in science fairs, STEM nights, and department initiatives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Science Education, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field (Master's preferred)

• Valid Alabama Professional Educator Certificate with Science (6-12) endorsement preferred, but not required

• Demonstrated knowledge of:

• Alabama Course of Study Standards for Science

• Best practices in laboratory safety and management

• Technology integration in science instruction