High School Science Teacher

HALB; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DRS Yeshiva High School for Boys, part of HALB, seeks a full-time Science Teacher in New York to foster academic exploration and growth within a modern Orthodox community. The role emphasizes student-centered instruction, collaboration with colleagues, and proactive communication with students, parents and staff.

The ideal candidate has independent-school teaching experience, an advanced degree in science or science education, and the ability to teach Biology or Chemistry at honors/AP levels,

Qualifications

• Have prior teaching experience, preferably in the independent school world.
• Possess an advanced degree in science or the teaching of Science.

Responsibilities

• Teach Biology or Chemistry to varied skill levels including honors and AP.
• Offer courses beyond the core, such as Astronomy.
• Mentor students in an advisory capacity outside class.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support holistic education.
• Communicate proactively with students, parents, faculty and staff.

Skills

Biology/Chemistry teaching

Honors/AP instruction

Student-centered approach

Advisory mentoring

Education

Advanced degree in science or science education

Job description

2026-27 School Year Vacancy:

DRS Yeshiva High School for Boys seeks a Full Time Science Teacher to join our exceptional school faculty in fostering a culture of academic exploration and excellence and dedication to spiritual, intellectual, and personal growth of all students.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Possess a supportive, student-centered approach, geared toward students with a variety of levels and learning styles.
• Be understanding of and sensitive to the principles of social, emotional, and cognitive development.
• Have expertise in at least one of our core curricular areas- Biology or Chemistry- and be able to teach at various skill levels, including honors and AP level.
• Possess the ability and expertise to teach beyond the core curriculum, such as courses in Astronomy or advanced science subjects.
• Enjoy teaching in an all boys environment- in whole class, small group, and one-on-one settings.
• Desire to mentor students in an advisory role outside the classroom.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to foster holistic approaches to educating students
• Embrace our diverse modern-Orthodox Jewish community
• Communicate proactively, sensitively, and warmly with all stakeholders- students, parents, faculty, and staff

Requirements:

• Have prior teaching experience, preferably in the independent school world
• Possess an advanced degree in science or the teaching of Science

To learn more about our school community, please visit www.halb.org. We look forward to hearing from you!