Middle School Science Teacher Long-Term Substitute (April and May, 2026)

St. John’s School - Faith and Virtue; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in New York seeks a knowledgeable middle school science teacher for a long-term substitute position from April to May 2026. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a science-related field and experience working with diverse students. Responsibilities include teaching 4 sections and collaborating with colleagues while supporting students' intellectual and social-emotional growth. Interested individuals should apply via email with a resume and references.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of prior, relevant classroom teaching experience with middle school students preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support a diverse student population of learners.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in using technology, including Promethean Boards and the Google platform. Blackbaud LMS is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach a course load of 4 sections.
• Work as a member of a grade-level and departmental team.
• Engage in shared middle school responsibilities.
• Engage in shared middle school responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Cultural competency

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in earth science or science-related field

Tools

Promethean Boards

Google platform

Blackbaud Learning Management System

Job description

Overview

Middle School Science Teacher Long-Term Substitute (April and May, 2026)

St. John’s seeks a knowledgeable and experienced middle school science teacher to serve as a long-term substitute from early April of 2026 through the end of the school year. We seek teachers who value working in a highly collaborative teaching and learning environment. Candidates should be comfortable working with students with a range of academic capabilities and be open to their own continued professional growth. The person we hire must support the school’s Mission and its Precepts and Principles. St. John’s School seeks individuals passionate about teaching and learning who are excited by collaborating with colleagues and supporting students\' intellectual curiosity and social-emotional development. We are interested in supporting faculty who see themselves as lifelong learners interested in innovation in curriculum and who model a love of science for our students. We expect community members to engage in conversations that support ongoing professional development in their disciplines, embrace interdisciplinary opportunities, and help further our school\'s strategic initiatives, including community and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach a course load of 4 sections
• Work as a member of a grade-level and departmental team.
• Cover study hall and offer one activity.
• Engage in shared middle school responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in earth science or science-related field
• Minimum three years of prior, relevant classroom teaching experience with middle school students preferred.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• An understanding and commitment to cultural competency and how to support a diverse student population of learners.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in using technology, including Promethean Boards and the Google platform.
• Experience with the Blackbaud Learning Management System is a plus but not required.

How to Apply

Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three professional references to [e-mail]. Please generate all documents as one MS Word or a converted .pdf file. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain open until filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Thank you for your interest in St. John’s School. No phone calls or emails, please.