Upper School - Long Term Substitute - Science

Isidore Newman School; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Isidore Newman School in New Orleans is seeking a dynamic Upper School Science teacher for a long-term substitute from mid-September to mid-October 2026. The position covers biology courses, including three sections of ninth-grade Biology and two sections of AP Biology, within a dedicated Science and Technology Building.

Applicants should bring a bachelor's degree in Science, substantial upper school teaching experience, and a commitment to rigorous yet hands-on inquiry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or closely related field.
• Substantial upper school teaching experience with a range of course levels.
• Strong relationships with students with high academic expectations.
• Knowledge of current scientific research methods, data collection and analysis.
• Cultural competency and commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Reflective practitioner committed to lifelong learning.
• Good oral and written communication skills with a positive demeanor.
• Ability to meet legal/work requirements for a educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to five sections of Science, including yearlong surveys or electives.
• Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans aligned with curriculum and ethos.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents and advisors to support learning.
• Write personalized, detailed report cards to explain student progress.
• Foster ethical behavior, social skills and excellent work habits in class.
• Collaborate with team to support the division and school's mission.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or closely related field

Job description

Isidore Newman School seeks a dynamic and intellectually curious Upper School Science teacher for a long-term substitute position from approximately mid-September to mid-October, 2026. Courses include three sections of ninth-grade Biology and two sections of AP Biology. Newman's Science Department is a point of pride in the Upper School: seven full-time educators working in The Rupa and Tarun Jolly Science and Technology Building, a three-story facility opened in 2020 with nine state-of-the art classrooms and four signature labs designed to inspire inquiry, experimentation, and innovation. Our curriculum values both rigorous scholarship and hands-on exploration.

Serving as a Long-Term Substitute at Newman

Long-term substitutes benefit from the support of strong colleagues and an engaged department chair, while also being expected to hit the ground running and quickly master classroom routines, curriculum pacing, and school practices. Successful long-term subs are self-starters who can design and implement their own materials, adapt to students' needs, and maintain instructional momentum. At the same time, they are flexible and work closely with the department chair to ensure alignment with departmental expectations and Newman's broader academic norms. Our Five Guiding Principles guide everything we do at Newman.

Educator Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Science or a closely related field; graduate work in the discipline desired.
• Substantial teaching experience at the upper school level with demonstrated expertise in teaching a variety of course levels and electives.
• Values strong relationships with their students while maintaining high expectations in the academic program.
• In-depth knowledge of current scientific research methods and procedures, including data collection, evaluation, analysis and interpretation.
• Cultural competency demonstrating respect for diversity of identities and experiences and an orientation toward equity and inclusion.
• A reflective practitioner, committed to a continuous process of self-improvement and lifelong learning.
• A positive sense of humor, self-confidence, and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Must meet and maintain any and all federal, state and local requirements to work in an educational setting.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach up to five sections of Science, including yearlong survey courses or semester electives.
• Develop and implement engaging daily lesson plans that align with the department's curriculum and school's pedagogical ethos.
• Develop strong relationships with students, parents and advisors to support learning and growth.
• Write personalized, detailed report card comments that help parents understand the progress of their child in your class.
• Implement classroom and communication practices that foster the growth of ethical behavior, social skills, and excellent work habits.
• Participate as a positive, collaborative and innovative team member who will support the mission and culture of the division and school.