Inspiring High School Chemistry Teacher — Lab-Focused STEM

Penn Wood High School; Lansdowne (Delaware County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Wood High School in Lansdowne, PA, is seeking a Chemistry teacher to plan and deliver standards-based chemistry instruction and lead engaging laboratory experiences. The ideal candidate will foster scientific literacy and critical thinking through theory and hands-on experiments.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and PA certification (Chemistry 7-12 or General Science 7-12); a Master's degree is preferred. 2+ years of teaching experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• PA Certification: Chemistry 7-12 or General Science 7-12, or a confirmed pathway to certification.
• Master's Degree in Education or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging, standards-based chemistry instruction.
• Plan inquiry-driven lessons meeting state science standards.
• Conduct safe, hands-on laboratory experiments.
• Collaborate with science teachers and interdisciplinary teams.
• Assess student learning using formative and summative tools.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.
• Communicate with students, parents/guardians, and staff.
• Participate in professional development and school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Inquiry-based learning

Laboratory safety

Differentiated instruction

Assessment methods

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA Certification: Chemistry 7-12 or General Science 7-12

Master's degree (preferred)

2+ years teaching experience

Job description

Penn Wood High School in Lansdowne, PA, is seeking a Chemistry teacher to plan and deliver standards-based chemistry instruction and lead engaging laboratory experiences. The ideal candidate will foster scientific literacy and critical thinking through theory and hands-on experiments.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and PA certification (Chemistry 7-12 or General Science 7-12); a Master's degree is preferred. 2+ years of teaching experience is desirable.