Middle School Science Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates is seeking a passionate Middle School Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 academic year in the Chicago area. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant science, experience in teaching, and a commitment to engaging students through innovative and collaborative methods. This role offers competitive compensation and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and personal time

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Two or more years of science teaching experience.
• Experience in lesson planning and unit mapping.
• Strong willingness to receive feedback and grow professionally.

Responsibilities

• Engage learners through experiential learning and hands-on teaching.
• Integrate technology into classroom lessons.
• Maintain an organized and inviting learning environment.

Skills

Engaging learners

Collaboration

Effective communication

Creativity

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science

Job description

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Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an educational recruitment organization, is currently seeking Middle School Science Teachers for the 2025-2026 year in K-12 private and independent schools in the Chicago area.

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Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Responsibilities of Middle School Science Teacher

• A demonstrated commitment to engaging learners through experiential learning; hands-on approach to teaching science in a dynamic and applied fashion.
• Collaboration with faculty.
• Presenting well-planned lessons with appropriate work in and outside of the classroom with a focus on the integration of subject areas, problem-solving, and creativity.
• Integration of technology and a variety of mediums into classroom lessons.
• Maintenance of an organized, pleasant, and inviting environment that supports excellence in teaching and learning; maintenance of resources and inventory of science/lab materials and equipment..
• Leadership of the school community in a variety of forums aimed at showcasing and highlighting science throughout the school year.
• Enthusiasm about working collaboratively to build curriculum and improve pedagogy
• Active participation in professional growth and reflection.

Requirements of Middle School Science Teacher

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant science is required.
• Two or more years of science teaching experience.
• A background in lesson planning and unit mapping that delivers a clear scope and sequence is necessary.
• Clear and effective communication with families is necessary and a good sense of humor, a positive outlook, and an appreciation of the unique qualities of the age group are essential.
• A strong willingness to receive feedback regularly, grow professionally, significantly contribute to the life of the school, and be eager to work in a culturally and ethnically diverse school community.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time.

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Education

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

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