Upper School Science Teacher (Biology/Chemistry)

Marymount School of New York seeks a dynamic and experienced educator to join our Upper School Science Department. Science teachers at Marymount demonstrate the flexibility to teach a range of courses within the department, including both biology, chemistry, and/or physics. The ideal candidate brings strong content expertise, particularly in chemistry, and the ability to engage students in rigorous, laboratory-based learning across the curriculum. Marymount science faculty aims to inspire curiosity about the natural world, cultivate scientific thinking, and using evidence to make sense of the world around them.

At Marymount, science labs are places of exploration, inquiry, and meaningful challenge. Our program is designed to develop scientifically literate students who ask thoughtful questions, analyze data with care, and engage in independent and collaborative research.We believe students learn science best by engaging in the full process of scientific inquiry: formulating hypotheses, designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, and communicating evidence-based conclusions.

An ideal science teacher brings deep content knowledge together with a genuine joy for learning and a commitment to knowing each student well. They design learning experiences that are both rigorous and supportive, differentiate thoughtfully, and create space for student voice and agency. They see science as inherently interdisciplinary and seek opportunities to connect their work to other fields and to the wider world.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses in the science department, with a likely combination of chemistry and biology depending on field of expertise 


• Collaborate closely with colleagues on curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy


• Provide individualized support and enrichment for students


• Foster connections between the classroom and the broader scientific community, helping students see themselves in STEM fields


• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students, supporting their academic and personal growth


• Contribute to the life of the school through club leadership or other extracurricular involvement

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field


• Experience teaching high school science, ideally in an independent school setting


• Commitment to inquiry-based, laboratory-centered, and discussion-driven teaching


• Interest in integrating technology and emerging tools into the science classroom


• Demonstrated ability to differentiate instruction and support a range of learners


• Commitment to equity and belonging in teaching practices


• A collaborative spirit and interest in contributing to a dynamic science department