Science Teacher Grades 6-12 — 2026 - 2027 School Year

The Lang School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

401k matching options

Ample professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Lang School in New York is seeking a full-time Science Education Teacher to support twice-exceptional students in grades 1-12. The successful candidate will implement a dynamic, inquiry-based curriculum and differentiate lessons for gifted and learning-disabled students.

With a commitment to student-centered education and collaboration, the role involves fostering a supportive environment that promotes independence and critical thinking. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Certification in Science with experience in gifted education.
• Familiarity with diverse learning needs.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a dynamic Science curriculum.
• Differentiate lessons for diverse learning needs.
• Foster students' critical thinking through project-based learning.
• Collaborate with special education teachers for individualized support.

Skills

Certification in Science

Experience working with gifted and twice-exceptional learners

Familiarity with neurodivergent learning profiles

Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Commitment to student-centered teaching practices

Job description

The Lang School seeks a creative, passionate, and dedicated teacher to support our twice-exceptional (2e) students — gifted students with learning differences — in Science. We offer our highly promising learners in grades 1-12 a rigorous, learner-centered, empirically validated education with integrated supports that foster independence and self-advocacy. We are looking for a confident, Science Education (6-12) Teacher trained and experienced in working with gifted and/or special needs students to join our team on a full-time basis.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certification in Science
• Experience working with gifted and twice-exceptional learners.
• Familiarity with neurodivergent learning profiles (e.g., ADHD, dyslexia, autism, anxiety).
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Commitment to student-centered and strengths-based teaching practices.

Preferred Experience

• Experience teaching Science curriculum to diverse learners
• Experience in progressive, inquiry-based, or project-based education.
• Training in social-emotional learning and executive functioning strategies.
• Background in integrating technology into differentiated instruction.

Successful candidates

• have an authentic connection with our school's mission and our student population of twice-exceptional learners
• have experience working in gifted and/or special needs learning spaces, and have deep knowledge in and passion for their area(s) of specialty
• are grounded in an understanding of progressive, inquiry-based education
• have the experience of or a desire to teach in a setting that honors the competence, independence, and promise of children so that strengths can be amplified and skills in progress are supported with transferable strategies and tools
• are creative designers of project-based learning experiences who leverage student interests, real-world problems, and professional tools to create a purposeful experience that drives student learning
• are tenacious and possess a "whatever it takes" attitude to support student learning that derives from adaptability, flexibility, and unwavering kindness and patience
• are excellent communicators who actively listen and ask probing questions with/of all members of the community and know how to be candid and empathic at the same time
• are community and collaboration focused, and know the importance of leveraging divergent viewpoints for the improvement of our collective work and the building of positive relationships
• hold their colleagues and students accountable, and are receptive and humble when held accountable
• are comfortable with ambiguity and not always having or knowing the answers, but are an intellectually curious, growth-focused lifelong learner who picks up new ideas quickly

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a dynamic, inquiry-based curriculum for Science.
• Differentiate lessons to accommodate diverse learning needs, including giftedness and learning disabilities.
• Use multimedia, and experiential learning to engage students in analysis.
• Foster students’ critical thinking, research, and writing skills through discussion, debate, and project-based learning.
• Integrate themes of identity, justice, and ethical decision-making
• Collaborate with special education teachers and other faculty to provide individualized support and accommodations.
• Proactively identify and work toward resolving student learning challenges, including the integration of appropriate staff partners (school psychologists, reading and writing specialists, OT, SLP, college counselor, and school leadership)
• Work cross collaboratively to ensure literacy skills are aligned across content areas
• Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with students, colleagues, and parents
• Implement classroom Supports for Tier I intervention including but not limited to restorative approaches to behavior, positive behavioral supports, social emotional learning
• Provide meaningful feedback on student work and consistently communicate progress to families and caregivers.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and contribute to IEP and 504 Plan meetings as needed.
• Stay current with best practices for teaching twice-exceptional students and participate in professional development.
• Participate wholeheartedly in all school and grade meetings, and in opportunities for professional development
• Write progress reports (narrative and numerical) for all Upper School ELA students, and participate in twice-yearly parent/family-teacher conferences
• Advisory responsibilities for seven to eight students in a co-led homeroom class
• Willingness to support with additional tasks or committees as requested by leadership

Compensation

Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000. Compensation is competitive and based on experience and training.

Benefits

The Lang School offers a competitive benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance, 401k matching options, and ample professional development opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lang School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lang does not discriminate on the basis of an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.