Science Teacher

School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free employee health and life insurance

Employee wellness incentives and support

Access to a modern, on‑site gym

Exclusive employee discounts through partner programs

Partner program discounts

Job summary

A large educational institution in Florida is seeking dedicated Science Teachers for the 2025–2026 school year. In this role, you will design engaging lesson plans, support student development, and collaborate with colleagues. A Bachelor’s degree and valid Florida teaching certification are required. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, along with excellent benefits including health insurance and wellness incentives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid Florida teaching certificate (or out‑of‑state equivalent in the appropriate content area).
• Ability to design inclusive, engaging lessons for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging, inclusive lesson plans that spark curiosity.
• Collaborate on curriculum planning to meet departmental goals.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Use technology and hands-on activities to bring scientific concepts to life.
• Regularly assess student progress and provide feedback.
• Partner with colleagues, families, and specialists to support student success.
• Maintain classroom order with fairness, consistency, and empathy.
• Support school policies and student wellness.
• Actively participate in school initiatives and professional development.

Skills

Lesson planning

Curriculum collaboration

Student assessment

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Valid Florida teaching certificate

Tools

Google Classroom

Job description

Are you passionate about science and shaping young minds? The School District of Lee County is looking for dynamic, dedicated Science Teachers to join our team for the 2025–2026 school year! Whether you're guiding middle school curiosity or preparing high schoolers for STEM careers, you’ll play a vital role in students’ intellectual, emotional, and social development—while working in a safe, supportive, and future‑focused environment.

What You’ll Do

As a Science Teacher in Lee County, you’ll:

• Design engaging, inclusive lesson plans that spark curiosity and support diverse learning needs.
• Collaborate on curriculum planning to meet departmental goals and enhance academic achievement.
• Foster a positive, respectful, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Use technology and hands‑on activities to bring scientific concepts to life.
• Regularly assess student progress, provide feedback, and tailor instruction to help every student thrive.
• Partner with colleagues, families, and specialists to support student success.
• Maintain classroom order with fairness, consistency, and empathy.
• Support school policies, student wellness, and the ethical standards of the teaching profession.
• Actively participate in school initiatives, professional development, and improvement efforts.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Valid Florida teaching certificate (or out‑of‑state equivalent in the appropriate content area)

Why Teach with Us?

We offer meaningful work—and great benefits too:

• Free employee health and life insurance
• Employee wellness incentives and support
• Access to a modern, on‑site gym (District Office)
• Exclusive employee discounts through partner programs

About Us

The School District of Lee County is the 8th‑largest in Florida and the 27th‑largest in the U.S., serving over 101,000 students across grades K–12. With over 12,000 employees, we’re proud to be one of the largest employers in the region—and a vital part of the community. Whether through innovative classroom instruction or state‑of‑the‑art school facilities, we’re committed to providing a world‑class education in a thriving, coastal Florida community.

Apply today and shape the future in Lee County!