Science Teacher & Science Olympiad Coach

San Francisco High School Of The Arts; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Job summary

San Francisco High School Of The Arts is searching for an enthusiastic Science Teacher & Science Olympiad Coach to inspire students through engaging science lessons. The ideal candidate will foster a love of learning and encourage critical thinking.

This position involves mentoring students for Science Olympiad competitions and creating a positive classroom environment. HSArts is dedicated to developing thoughtful scientists and creative problem-solvers. If you're passionate about teaching science, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Experience working with middle and/or high school students.
• Ability to create engaging and meaningful science lessons.
• Exceptional mentoring and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach engaging science lessons to students.
• Mentor students for Science Olympiad competitions.
• Encourage curiosity and critical thinking in the classroom.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Hands-on learning approach

Critical thinking encouragement

Mentoring ability

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance

Do you enjoy inspiring young people to ask questions, solve problems, and explore how the world works? San Francisco High School of the Arts (HSArts) is seeking an enthusiastic Science Teacher & Science Olympiad Coach to join our growing school community.

We are looking for someone who believes that science is more than a subject—it is a way of thinking. The ideal candidate loves working with students, enjoys hands‑on learning, and can spark curiosity through experiments, projects, discussions, and real‑world applications.

What You’ll Do

Teach Science

• Create engaging and meaningful science lessons for middle and/or high school students.
• Encourage students to ask questions, think critically, and develop a lifelong love of learning.
• Incorporate hands‑on experiments, demonstrations, engineering challenges, and scientific inquiry.
• Help students see connections between science and the world around them.

Coach Science Olympiad

• Inspire and mentor students who are passionate about science.
• Prepare students for Science Olympiad competitions through exciting challenges and team‑based learning.
• Foster teamwork, perseverance, creativity, and scientific problem‑solving.
• Help students discover the joy of scientific exploration and achievement.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Loves teaching and working with young people.
• Is ager to share that passion with students.
• Believes curiosity is at the heart of education.
• Can create a positive, encouraging, and engaging classroom environment.
• Enjoys mentoring students beyond the classroom.
• Values character, responsibility, and personal growth

About HSArts

San Francisco High School of the Arts is an independent school dedicated to excellence in academics, the arts, and character development. We believe students thrive when they are challenged, inspired, and supported by teachers who truly care about their growth.

If you are excited about helping students become thoughtful scientists, creative problem‑solvers, and lifelong learners, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief letter sharing why you love teaching science.