High School Science Teacher

District Wide

Leonardtown (MD)

On-site

USD 54,570 - 137,670

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local education authority in Leonardtown, MD is seeking a dedicated High School Science Teacher. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and involves delivering effective instruction to enhance student achievement. Responsibilities include planning curriculum and supervising student activities. The role offers a salary range of $54,570 to $137,670 per year, based on EASMC Teacher Career Ladder standards. Full-time employment is for a ten-month term, beginning August 12, 2026.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in science education or related field required.
  • Eligibility for professional certification/licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver instructional programs effectively to ensure student achievement.
  • Plan and coordinate the instructional program.
  • Supervise student activity on school property.

Skills

Ability to relate to and collaborate
Understanding of confidentiality
Effective technology use
Organizational skills
Communication skills
Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

High School Science Teacher

St. Mary's County Public Schools District Wide - Leonardtown, Maryland

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Job Details

Job ID: 5407394

Application Deadline: Oct 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 16, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Job Description

Application dates: October 16, 2025 to October 15, 2026

St. Mary's County Public Schools has recently adopted a Teacher Candidate Assessment. Once you submit your application, you will receive an email to complete the Teacher Candidate Assessment as part of your application package.

POSITION: High School Science Teacher

NATURE OF WORK:

This is a professional position to meet the instructional goals of the school and school system by delivering instructional programs effectively to ensure student achievement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students and community members
  • Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
  • Ability to organize, supervise, coordinate, and establish priorities of tasks to be completed
  • Ability to report to work daily and on time
  • Ability to work independently in the absence of detailed instructions and to follow complex oral and/or written instructions
  • Ability to communicate orally or in writing, courteously and tactfully, with staff, students, parents, and the community in a timely manner
  • Possess excellent time management skills and ability to take initiative and make decisions within assigned responsibility in a challenging, fast-paced professional environment and be flexible in work responsibilities and hours
  • Possess knowledge of the programs, policies, and procedures of the St. Mary’s County Public School System
  • Plans and coordinates the instructional program in accordance with the current curricula provided by the Maryland State Department of Education aligned with the SMCPS scope and sequence

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Plans and coordinates the instructional program in accordance with the current curriculum
  • Provides guidance to students to promote education development and welfare
  • Directs and evaluates student learning experiences
  • Provides care and protection of school property
  • Supervises student activity on school property
  • Participates in co-curricular activities
  • Maintains accurate student attendance
  • Assists students with learning activities
  • Takes part in professional development activities
  • Cooperates with students and staff
  • Maintains open lines of communication with students, staff and parents
  • Maintains current lesson plans
  • Performs other related and non-related job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

  • Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred:

  • Eligibility for professional certification/licensure of the appropriate grade and or content

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Full-time ten-month position.

SALARY GRADE RANGE: The salary for this EXEMPT position will be based on EASMC Teacher Career Ladder for ten-month employees.

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY: EASMC

Updated: 7.2024, 04.2025

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise, and/or withdraw the positions.

The St. Mary’s County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $54,570 to $137,670 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Science: General

Job Requirements
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
  • Dale Farrell
  • 23160 Moakley St. Ste 106
  • Leonardtown, Maryland 20650
  • Phone: 3014755511
  • Email: hrd@smcps.org
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