Chemistry Teacher

ATOMS Placement Services; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

Housing (boarding schools only)

Job summary

A boutique recruitment firm is looking for High School Chemistry Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year in the New York City area. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and 1-3 years of teaching experience. This position offers a range of benefits including medical insurance and paid time off. The firm specializes in assisting STEM educators in achieving their career goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience at K-12 level.
• Desire to collaborate on curriculum design.
• Interest in contributing to school community.

Responsibilities

• Adopt innovative pedagogies and project-based learning.
• Attend department and faculty meetings.
• Promote an inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Innovative pedagogies

Differentiated instruction

Classroom inclusion

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Advanced degree(s)

Job description

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ATOMS Placement Services, a boutique recruitment firm specializing in the placement of STEM educators, is currently seeking High School Chemistry Teachers for the 2026-2027 school year at independent schools in the New York City area.

About ATOMS: Our placement services are free to job seekers, as all fees are paid by the schools. We specialize in the placement of STEM educators and provide an unparalleled level of service and expertise when helping teachers achieve their search objectives. We will take the time to learn about your search preferences, career goals, geographic preferences, and any other pertinent details of your search. We understand that every candidate has a unique set of search preferences. As such, our team will conduct a search specific to your individual requirements. Our highly customized approach allows you to stay focused on your career goals and succeed in finding the best possible job.

Responsibilities

• Adopt innovative pedagogies, discussion-based learning, and project-based learning.
• Differentiate instruction based on students’ learning styles.
• Promote an inclusive classroom environment.
• Attend department and faculty meetings.
• Subscribe to the school's mission and philosophy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry (or related subject) is required; advanced degree(s) preferred.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of teaching experience, ideally at the K-12 level.
• Desire to collaborate with colleagues on curriculum design, pedagogy, and assessment.
• Interest in contributing to the school community outside of the classroom, as an athletic coach, student advisor, club leader, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal/written communication skills.

Compensation and benefit packages will vary by school, and will typically depend on geographical location, experience, and level of degree. Benefits packages will generally include:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Housing (boarding schools only)

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education
• Primary and Secondary Education and Education