Middle School Science Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates seeks a Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 year in Stamford, CT. The role focuses on experiential learning, hands-on science, and cross-curricular collaboration with faculty to bring science to life for bright middle school students.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in a science field, has two+ years of teaching experience, and demonstrates strong lesson planning, clear family communication, and a willingness to grow within a diverse school

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science field is required.
• Two or more years of science teaching experience.
• Background in lesson planning and unit mapping with a clear scope and sequence.
• Clear communication with families and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Engage learners through experiential, hands-on science teaching.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate cross-curricular lessons.
• Present well-planned lessons with in- and out-of-classroom work.
• Integrate technology and diverse media into lessons.
• Maintain an organized, inviting lab and classroom environment.
• Lead school-wide science initiatives and showcase science activity.
• Collaborate to build curriculum and improve pedagogy.
• Participate actively in professional growth and reflection.

Skills

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Lesson planning & mapping

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a science

Job description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an educational recruitment firm, is currently seeking Middle School Science Teachers for the 2026-2027 year in K-12 private and independent schools in Stamford, CT.

Responsibilities of 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 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.

Potential Benefits:

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.