High School Chemistry Teacher

Archdiocese of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

St. Raymond Academy for Girls in the Bronx seeks a passionate High School Chemistry Teacher to inspire students and deliver engaging lessons, including laboratory activities, aligned with curriculum standards.

The role prepares students for the New York State Chemistry Regents Exams, includes teaching a health section, and uses educational technology to enhance learning while maintaining safety in the lab and supporting diverse learners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Experience teaching high school science with focus on chemistry; private school experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology and differential equations.
• Excellent communication and ability to engage diverse teens; differentiate instruction.
• Experience with Regents Exam procedures and academic advising desirable.
• Certification in 9-12 Science preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver chemistry lessons aligned with standards, including labs and demonstrations.
• Prepare students for New York State Chemistry Regents Exams.
• Teach a section of health.
• Integrate educational technology tools to enhance understanding and engagement.
• Assess student progress via formative and summative evaluations; include labs and projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and school initiatives.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.
• Ensure safety protocols during laboratory activities.
• Engage in professional development and uphold Catholic values.

Skills

Engaging teaching style

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Regents Exam procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

9-12 Science certification preferred

Tools

Educational technology tools

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated High School Chemistry Teacher to inspire and educate students in the fascinating world of science at St. Raymond Academy in the Bronx. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop engaging lessons, foster scientific curiosity, and support students' academic growth. The ideal candidate will bring a dynamic teaching style, strong subject expertise, and a commitment to nurturing diverse learners in a vibrant educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver comprehensive chemistry lessons aligned with curriculum standards, incorporating laboratory experiments, demonstrations, and interactive activities.
• Prepare students for the New York State Chemistry Regents Exams.
• Teach a section of health.
• Integrate educational technology tools and IT-enabled resources into lessons to enhance student understanding and engagement.
• Assess student progress through formative and summative evaluations, including standardized tests, quizzes, lab reports, and project work.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development, instructional strategies, and school-wide initiatives to improve science education quality.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students, supporting their personal growth and fostering interest in scientific careers.
• Maintain compliance with educational regulations and standards while ensuring safety protocols are followed during laboratory activities such as dissection or microbiology experiments.
• Engage in professional development opportunities related to science research, instructional design, classroom management, and new teaching methodologies.
• Provide characteristics of high moral and Catholic values

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Science Education or a related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Experience teaching high school science subjects with a focus on chemistry; prior middle school or private school experience is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of chemistry topics including organic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, microbiology, and differential equations.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage teenagers from diverse cultural backgrounds while managing classroom dynamics confidently.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt lessons for different learning styles and provide differentiated instruction.
• Experience working with Regents Exam procedures and academic advising is desirable.
• Knowledge of educational compliance regulations related to science instruction and safety protocols during laboratory activities.
• Certification in 9-12 Science is preferred.

Salary range: $59,000-$76,000

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan

Sr. Maureen Flynn, A.S.C.J.

Principal

St. Raymond Academy for Girls

1725 Castle Hill Avenue

Bronx, NY 10462