Middle School Science Teacher St. John the Baptist School

Catholic Diocese of Buffalo; Village of Kenmore (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a passionate Middle School Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will create a student-centered environment and demonstrate effective classroom management skills while fostering growth among students of all abilities.

Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the Middle School level preferred.
• VIRTUS certified and background checked is required.

Responsibilities

• Experience with teaching Science courses to grades 6-8.
• Create a positive and flexible educational environment.
• Incorporate differentiated instruction in lesson planning.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Classroom management

Differentiated instruction

Knowledge of technology

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science Education

Valid New York State teaching certificate in Science

Tools

Google Classroom

Job description

Brief Job Description: St. John’s is currently seeking a Middle School Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate would be passionate, innovative, and qualified to work as a Science Teacher, and would work collaboratively with our administration, faculty and staff, becoming an integral part of our SJS team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Experience with teaching Science courses to students in grades 6, 7, and 8.
• A desire to create a positive educational environment that is flexible, student-centered, and allows students to learn, grow and promote success for students of all abilities.
• Willingness to work as a member of a cooperative team, collaborating on best practices, common assessments and data analysis
• Contributes within and outside the department if called upon, i.e. advisor, chaperone, club, etc.
• Incorporating differentiated instruction in planning a lesson/unit of instruction
• Evidence of effective communication skills, both written and oral
• Effective interpersonal skills with students, faculty, support staff, and parents
• Demonstrated evidence of a knowledge of NYS P-12 Science Learning Standards and Performance Indicators and ability to plan lessons for Regents-level courses.
• Demonstrated evidence of exceptional effective classroom management skills
• Motivate students to become effective communicators and thinkers
• Knowledge of technology and its application in the classroom
• Proficiency in modifying curriculum to meet the needs of special education students with IEPs and building-based learning plans
• Ability to reflect and contemplate on one’s teaching – allowing for growth and excellence

Qualifications: Required Education/Experience:
• A valid New York State teaching certificate in Science (Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry) grades 5- 12 or Childhood Education (grades 1-6) preferred but not required.
• Teaching experience, particularly at the Middle School level
• Bachelor’s Degree in Science Education
• VIRTUS certified and background checked

Desired Skills:
• Knowledge of Google Classroom and other technology platforms
• Strong classroom management skills
• Organized, friendly
• Ability to communicate effectively with teachers, administrators, parents, and students

How to Apply: E-Mail [e-mail], no later than July 31, 2025

Salary: From $30,000; Commensurate with experience