Biology Teaching Fellow

ST ANDREWS SCHOOL; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus housing

Health insurance

Job summary

St. Andrew's School in Middletown, NY invites applications for a Biology Teaching Fellow in the General Academic division.

The one-year program provides close mentorship from experienced teachers and the dean of faculty development, with training in coaching, advising, and dorm parenting within a boarding-school setting. The successful candidate will join our science department, teaching Introductory Biology with emphasis on ecology, evolution, cell biology, metabolism, and genetics, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences or related field.
• Passion for working with adolescents in a boarding-school community.
• Coaching experience in volleyball, tennis, swimming, football, wrestling or field hockey preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Teach biology with mentorship from experienced faculty.
• Participate in residential life, coaching, advising, and dorm responsibilities.
• Engage in professional development and pedagogy discussions.

Skills

Adolescent mentoring

Coaching experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences / Biology / Environmental Science / Biochemistry

Job description

Job Title:Biology Teaching Fellow
Report to:Science Department Chair
Department:General Academic
Employment Type:12-month Faculty
FLSA: Exempt
Posted:June 2, 2026

St. Andrew's School develops the independence, character, mind, and spirit of its students to prepare them for lives of citizenship, service, and purpose. Be at the center of this mission by joining the school as our biology teaching fellow, a key member of the Science Department.

All students live, learn, and play in the natural beauty of our 2,200-acre campus. At the center of our community are curious, motivated, and diverse students who are accepted without regard to their families' means. Each young person is challenged and valued, and students are truly known by the life-long mentors who teach, coach, and advise them. Human connection, face-to-face, is the foundation of our program. Friendship and joy define our spirit; "faith and learning" is our motto.

Position Summary:

The Teaching Fellow Program at St. Andrew's offers those just beginning, or very early in, their teaching careers the opportunity to enter the classroom with close mentorship and guidance from experienced teachers in their discipline and the dean of faculty development, opportunities to study and discuss teaching pedagogy and develop reflective practice with peer fellows and teacher-leaders, and training in core competencies for boarding school faculty outside of the classroom: coaching, advising, dorm parenting, and cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Our science department philosophy prioritizes students constructing their understanding of science through a combination of lecture-discussion, inquiry-driven laboratory demonstrations and investigations, and small group problem-solving; the ideal candidate will be a collaborative partner interested in pedagogy, professional development, and an ongoing commitment to cultural competence. Our science program aims to inspire curiosity about the natural world and to give students the tools to explore that curiosity. Our biology program is particularly distinguished by its access to our beautiful and ecologically diverse 2,200-acre campus and access to Noxontown Pond. Introductory Biology students focus their studies on ecology, evolution, cell biology, metabolism, and genetics; frequently spending class outdoors taking advantage of St. Andrew's incredible natural resources in the form of observations, field studies, and culminating "curiosity quest" projects.

The position will also involve full participation in the extracurricular and student life programs of this residential community.

While the Teaching Fellowship is for a single year, reappointment to the faculty is possible based on an evaluation of the fellows performance in the classroom; the athletic, extracurricular, and residential life programs; and the school’s needs. Teaching fellows receive a full salary as well as insurance benefits, and on-campus housing.

• Twoclass sections.
• Two seasons of athletic coaching or two seasons of a major, non-athletic extracurricular program.
• Dormitory duty twice a week.
• Participation in school committees and activities.
• Adhere to the school’s dress code.

Job Requirements:

• Interested candidates should have a Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Candidates must have a passion for working with and living in community with adolescents.
• Candidates with the experience to coach—particularly volleyball, tennis, swimming, football, wrestling, and/or field hockey—will be given strong consideration in this search. Candidates with these qualifications should highlight them in their application materials.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license.

This job description is intended to describe the basic, critical elements of the job and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job.

Conditions of Hire:

A thorough background check—inclusive of fingerprinting, a Child Protection Registry Check, a motor vehicle record check, and other relevant screenings is required as a condition of employment.

Applicants must complete satisfactory reference checks, confirmation of compliance with federal and state employment laws, and any other required condition of employment.

Benefits of Employment at St. Andrew's School:

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan guidelines; additional details can be found in our employee handbook, which is furnished upon request.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Two health plan options to ensure you and your family have access to quality care.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access to resources and programspromoting physical and mental well-being.
• Retirement Plan: Secure your financial future with our 403(b)-retirement plan. The School provides a matching contribution of two for one, for every dollar contributed, the School will contribute two dollars, up to 10% of salary from the School, with immediate vesting. Rollovers are permitted from other 403(b) plans.
• Health Savings Account which includes St. Andrew's School match.
• Life and AD&D Insurance at no cost to you.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call [phone]. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance. St. Andrew's School is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diverse candidates of all backgrounds, faith, and persuasions, and seek to foster an inclusive, welcoming community environment.