Chemistry Teacher — AP & Inquiry-Based Learning

Lake Washington School District; Sammamish (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Eastlake High School in Sammamish, WA is seeking a 1.0 FTE Leave Replacement Chemistry teacher for Semester 2 of the 2026-2027 school year. Start date 01/25/2027, continuing through the last day of school.

The position includes on-level chemistry and AP chemistry. The candidate should be collaborative, student-centered, and committed to equity, with a Washington State Teaching Certificate with Chemistry endorsement; AP Chemistry experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State Teaching Certificate with Chemistry endorsement.
• Commitment to student-centered teaching, inclusion, and equity.
• Strong collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging, standards-based lessons.
• Cultivate a supportive, inclusive classroom culture where all students feel safe, valued, and empowered to learn.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to plan curriculum, align assessments, and support school-wide goals.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and tailor instruction to individual needs.
• Build strong, caring relationships with students, promoting both academic and personal growth.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and staff to maintain a positive learning environment.

Skills

Chemistry instruction

Collaboration

Student-centered teaching

Education

Washington State Teaching Certificate with Chemistry endorsement

Tools

AP Chemistry experience

Job description

Eastlake High School in Sammamish, WA is seeking a 1.0 FTE Leave Replacement Chemistry teacher for Semester 2 of the 2026-2027 school year. Start date 01/25/2027, continuing through the last day of school.

The position includes on-level chemistry and AP chemistry. The candidate should be collaborative, student-centered, and committed to equity, with a Washington State Teaching Certificate with Chemistry endorsement; AP Chemistry experience is preferred.