Upper School Science Substitute: Biology & AP Biology

newmanschool; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Isidore Newman School seeks an energetic Upper School Science teacher for a long-term substitute position from mid-September to mid-October, 2026. The assignment includes three sections of Biology and two sections of AP Biology, in a prestigious science department housed in The Rupa and Tarun Jolly Science and Technology Building.

Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree or higher in science, have substantial high-school teaching experience, and demonstrate strong relationships, rigorous

Qualifications

• Strong relationships with students while maintaining high expectations in the academic program.
• Clear oral and written communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to five sections of Science, including Biology and AP Biology.
• Develop engaging daily lesson plans aligned with department curriculum.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and advisors to foster learning and growth.
• Provide detailed, personalized report card comments on student progress.
• Support the school’s values of equity, inclusion, and ethical behavior.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Lifelong learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or related field

Job description

Isidore Newman School seeks an energetic Upper School Science teacher for a long-term substitute position from mid-September to mid-October, 2026. The assignment includes three sections of Biology and two sections of AP Biology, in a prestigious science department housed in The Rupa and Tarun Jolly Science and Technology Building.

Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree or higher in science, have substantial high-school teaching experience, and demonstrate strong relationships, rigorous