Biology Teacher

Bond Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Bond Health is seeking a Biology Teacher for a charter high school in New York to inspire scientific curiosity and critical thinking. You will design standards-aligned curricula for Biology and related sciences, foster an inclusive classroom, and prepare students for NY Regents exams.

The role involves hands-on lab activities, detailed lesson planning, and collaboration with special education staff to support students with IEPs, while maintaining accurate records and communicating progress to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field
• Prefer Valid New York State teaching certification (not required).
• Strong content knowledge across multiple science disciplines
• Experience with laboratory safety protocols and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to engage high school juniors through innovative teaching methods
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Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned curriculum for science courses, including Biology and/or Advanced Life Science
• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes active learning, scientific inquiry, and student engagement
• Develop and execute detailed lesson plans that incorporate hands-on activities, laboratory experiments, and real-world applications relevant to students' lives and future careers
• Prepare students for New York State Regents examinations in science
• Assess student progress through various methods including formal assessments, lab reports, projects, and classroom participation
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress
• Collaborate with special education teachers to support students with IEPs and provide appropriate accommodation.
• Participate in department meetings, professional development sessions, and school-wide initiatives
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress
• Supervise and ensure safety during laboratory activities
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies
• Support students in developing college and career readiness skills through scientific literacy

Skills

Content knowledge across science

Student engagement

Laboratory safety protocols

Differentiated instruction

Collaboration with special education

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Job description

Biology Teacher

Position Overview

Our Charter High School seeks a dedicated and innovative Biology Teacher to join our diverse learning community. The ideal candidate will inspire scientific curiosity and critical thinking while supporting our students' academic and personal growth as they prepare for Regent's examinations and post-secondary success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging, standards-aligned curriculum for science courses, including Biology and/or Advanced Life Science

• Create and maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment that promotes active learning, scientific inquiry, and student engagement

• Develop and execute detailed lesson plans that incorporate hands-on activities, laboratory experiments, and real-world applications relevant to students' lives and future careers

• Prepare students for New York State Regents examinations in science

• Assess student progress through various methods including formal assessments, lab reports, projects, and classroom participation

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students

• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress

• Collaborate with special education teachers to support students with IEPs and provide appropriate accommodation.

• Participate in department meetings, professional development sessions, and school-wide initiatives

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress

• Supervise and ensure safety during laboratory activities

• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies

• Support students in developing college and career readiness skills through scientific literacy

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or related field

• Prefer Valid New York State teaching certification (not required).

• Strong content knowledge across multiple science disciplines

• Experience with laboratory safety protocols and procedures

• Demonstrated ability to engage high school juniors through innovative teaching methods

• Ex