Biology Teacher

basised; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k) with partial match

Employee Assistance Program

KinderCare tuition discount

Job summary

BASIS Phoenix South seeks a Biology Teacher (SET) to join a bright, passionate team and deliver exceptional education by preparing and facilitating subject-specific lesson plans. The role implements the BASIS Curriculum while tailoring topics to integrate knowledge and passion for biology.

Essential functions include preparing grade-specific lessons, providing higher-level instruction in an interactive environment, collaborating with BASIS teachers to develop curriculum, tutoring students, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in subject matter.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and facilitate subject- and grade-specific lesson plans.
• Provide instruction at a higher level than grade standard in an interactive setting.
• Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective lessons and assessments.
• Collaborate with BASIS Curriculum teachers to develop material and build a professional community.
• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to advance academic progress.
• Manage student behavior to foster achievement and responsibility.
• Support non-instructional functions such as Early Bird, Late Bird, and lunch.
• Maintain regular, full, and predictable attendance.
• Supervise students individually or in groups.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject matter or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with another degree

Master’s degree in subject matter or education

Job description

Biology Teacher

BASIS Phoenix South is seeking qualified candidates to join our bright, passionate team. The role of the Biology Teacher (SET) ensures the day‑to‑day exceptional education of students by preparing and facilitating subject‑specific lesson plans. Subject Expert Teachers implement the established BASIS Curriculum while tailoring specific topics to integrate their knowledge and passion for the subject.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter (or 24+ credit hours in applicable subject matter with another degree)
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in subject matter or education
• 2+ years teaching/education experience

Essential Functions

• Prepare and facilitate subject and grade‑specific lesson plans
• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade‑standard in an interactive learning environment to achieve exceptional results for all students
• Implement the BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is internationally competitive
• Collaborate with other BASIS Curriculum teachers to further develop curriculum/subject material and build a community of like‑minded professionals passionate about education
• Tutor students in content‑specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students' academic and career success
• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect, individuality, and respect in all students
• Support the execution of non‑instructional functions, such as “Early Bird,” “Late Bird,” and lunch
• Maintain regular, full, and predictable attendance
• Supervise individual students and/or groups of students

Benefits and Salary

• Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience
• BASIS Ed offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:
  • Employer‑paid medical and dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Ability to add dependents
  • 401(k) with partial match that grows over time
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Childcare Savings Opportunity (KinderCare tuition discount)

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

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.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS’ non‑discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, [phone].* *As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.