Middle School Math and Science Teacher

Merryhill-School-8; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

401k plan with company match

Tuition discounts for your children

Education reimbursement and promotions

Job summary

Merryhill School in Sacramento seeks a dedicated Middle School Math & Science Teacher to inspire curious learners and build strong foundations in math, science, and critical thinking. You will deliver engaging lessons, assess progress, and collaborate with colleagues to support student growth in a warm, well‑structured private school environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree; teaching credential is preferred, and about 3 years of middle school experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Math, Science, or a related field
• Valid teaching certificate preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching middle school math and/or science
• Strong knowledge of educational best practices and age-appropriate instruction
• Excellent communication, instructional, and classroom management skills
• Creative, energetic, and well-organized educator with high ethical standards
• Genuine passion for teaching and supporting student growth

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, well-structured math and science lessons that support student learning and growth
• Provide personalized instruction to meet individual student needs and promote interactive learning
• Develop and distribute educational materials such as notes, summaries, assignments, and assessments
• Assess student progress, provide timely feedback and grades, and maintain accurate records
• Maintain a clean, organized, and positive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to support student success
• Participate actively in school meetings, events, and professional development opportunities
• Plan and facilitate dynamic educational activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Address student behavioral concerns promptly and compassionately, reporting serious concerns as needed

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Creativity

Organizational skills

Passion for teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Math, Science, or related field

Teaching certificate (preferred)

Job description

Merryhill School (#1043), 2600 V St, Sacramento, California, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Merryhill School is a community of private schools dedicated to helping students become confident, resilient, and independent learners. Our educational journey begins with an academically focused preschool experience grounded in early literacy, phonics, and mathematics, then progresses through a challenging, well-rounded elementary and middle school curriculum.

Through the Merryhill Method, students embrace meaningful challenges while developing the academic and interpersonal skills needed to thrive. Educators serve as trusted mentors who create engaging learning environments, provide personalized guidance, and help students discover what they are capable of achieving. With schools across California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas, Merryhill is supported by Spring Education Group and offers employees opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and continued career growth.

Middle School Math & Science Teacher – Merryhill School

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and sick days
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition discounts for your children
• Education reimbursement and partnerships

About the Role

As a Middle School Math & Science Teacher at Merryhill School, you will help students build strong skills in mathematics, science, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Our middle school program emphasizes academic excellence, curiosity, and joyful learning while preparing students for success in honors-level high school coursework. We seek a confident, caring educator who sets high expectations, creates engaging lessons, and fosters a classroom environment where students are challenged, supported, and excited to learn.

You will also:

• Deliver engaging, well-structured math and science lessons that support student learning and growth
• Provide personalized instruction to meet individual student needs and promote interactive learning
• Develop and distribute educational materials such as notes, summaries, assignments, and assessments
• Assess student progress, provide timely feedback and grades, and maintain accurate records
• Maintain a clean, organized, and positive classroom environment
• Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and school leadership to support student success
• Participate actively in school meetings, events, and professional development opportunities
• Plan and facilitate dynamic educational activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Address student behavioral concerns promptly and compassionately, reporting serious concerns as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Math, Science, or a related field
• Valid teaching certificate preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching middle school math and/or science
• Strong knowledge of educational best practices and age-appropriate instruction
• Excellent communication, instructional, and classroom management skills
• Creative, energetic, and well-organized educator with high ethical standards
• Genuine passion for teaching and supporting student growth

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.

Merryhill School (#1043), 2600 V St, Sacramento, California, United States of America