High School Chemistry Teacher

Great Hearts Online; Chandler, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K matching

Professional development

Job summary

Great Hearts Academies seeks a High School Chemistry Teacher for Lincoln Preparatory Academy in Chandler, AZ. This is a full-time, onsite position reporting to the Headmaster, with salaries and benefits described by the district's faculty program.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree and are prepared to engage students in life-long learning within a classical liberal arts framework. OPT/CPT applicants are welcome to apply and must pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher degree required for lead teaching.
• US work authorization required (OPT/CPT accepted).
• Background check and fingerprint clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and fostering an orderly classroom.
• Provide academic support to students, monitor progress, and address academic or behavioral needs with school leadership.
• Uphold school culture, policies and safety procedures, and communicate clearly with families.
• Participate in faculty collaboration and school events, contributing to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum delivery

Student assessment

Communication with families

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## High School Chemistry TeacherApply: Onsite: Chandler, AZ: Full time: Posted Today: R-739**Position Title:** High School Chemistry Teacher **Location:** Lincoln Preparatory Academy (2250 S Gilbert Rd, Chandler, AZ 85286) **Reports To:** Headmaster **FLSA Status:** Salaried-Exempt We are looking for life-long learners passionate about shaping students' hearts and minds. Join Great Hearts Academies, a growing network of 49 public, open-enrollment, tuition-free classical schools in Phoenix (AZ), Baton Rouge (LA), Dallas/Ft. Worth (TX), and San Antonio (TX). Great Hearts currently provides over 30,000 K-12 students with access to a high quality, classical liberal arts education. We believe the highest goal of education is to become good, intellectually and morally. **Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty:*** Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost* Matching 401K program* Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities **High School Science:** * Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, Physics (I- Mechanics and II -E&M), Chemistry and Biology* Science courses are not taught with a utilitarian aim, but rather, primarily for the sake of the subjects themselves, as awe-inspiring, intellectually stimulating, and beautiful.* Science courses are rigorous and content-rich, with a focus on laboratory and field experience.**Roles and Responsibilities:*** Teach assigned classes using the Great Hearts curriculum and materials, preparing thoughtful lessons and cultivating an orderly, joyful classroom that supports the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.* Provide appropriate academic support to students, monitor progress, and partner with school leadership to address academic or behavioral needs in a timely manner.* Uphold and model the culture, policies, and expectations of Great Hearts, including dress code, conduct, and safety procedures, contributing to a respectful and orderly school environment.* Communicate clearly and professionally with families, initiating conferences as needed and fostering strong home-school partnerships.* Participate fully in the life of the academy through faculty collaboration, school events, assigned duties, and a shared commitment to ongoing professional growth and excellence in teaching. **Required/Preferred Education:*** Bachelor's or higher degree is required for a lead teaching role* Certification is not required for general education* All majors are welcome **US work authorization is required, but we do accept OPT/CPT candidates.** **Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements.****Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.****This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.****Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.**