Upper School Chemistry Teacher

Poly Prep Country Day School in Brooklyn, NYC is hiring a Chemistry Teacher! Please reach out to Linda Talton at School First if you are interested in applying. This is a great opportunity to work in an amazing school community in Brooklyn!Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Upper School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year who will be excited to empower our Upper School students to think critically by fostering their natural scientific curiosity. The ideal candidate will exhibit a love of learning and eagerness to engage with Upper School students; commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion; an ability to forge creative connections among core ideas in science; experience in progressive pedagogies such as student-driven inquiry; openness to and experience in the use of varied assessment methods and tools; the desire for generous collaboration with colleagues; and demonstrated interest in incorporating sustainability and justice issues into the curriculum.Poly Prep is dedicated to providing all of our students an inclusive and equitable education so that they become empowered by extensive cultural competencies, life-long love of learning, and the commitment to improving their communities. We seek an individual who is committed to promoting these values, and whose personal integrity and collegiality will enrich a high-achieving department.In the Upper School Science Department, we value:Student curiosity and questions as a means for both scientific and personal discoveryThree-dimensional learning that goes beyond simple fact acquisitionDeveloping student character through a student’s own identities and lived experiencesWe work to achieve these values through:Student-centered pedagogies such as guided inquiry and storylining NGSS aligned, hands-on curricular activities and labsProject-based learning and alternative assessments that incorporate culturally relevant and culturally sustaining phenomenonPRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIESTeaching:  Four sections of Upper School Science, including Advanced Biology and Chemistry electivesEagerness to work with students on an individual basis, as need beCommitment to progressive and innovative instructional and assessment practicesAbility to keep accurate grades, effectively and supportively communicate with students and families, and provide helpful written and oral feedback on student progress consistently throughout the school yearCommitment to professional learning and growth, particularly as they relate to inquiry-based learning and culturally sustaining pedagogiesAdditional Responsibilities: Attend and contribute to meetings during and after the school day, including but not limited to departmental, committee, divisional and grade-level meetingsAttend community events throughout the school yearCo-advise a club or activity and engage in supervision duties as necessaryAccompany students on occasional curricular trips Willingness to obtain a Certificate of Fitness C-14 if neededQUALIFICATIONSEducation:  Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related discipline required. Master’s degree in chemistry or chemistry education preferred.Experience:  At least two years of teaching experience.Specific Skills: Knowledge of Next Generation Science Standards and current trends in science instruction and assessment, including inquiry-based pedagogies. Strong knowledge of and expertise in laboratory methods and safety procedures. Excellent writing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.Salary Range: $73,613 - $163,423Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community; one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning and personal growth in and out of the classroom.  Every educator at Poly Prep aspires to uphold our mission “to support and inspire the next diverse generation of leaders and global citizens to act with intelligence, imagination and--above all--character.” We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package  (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commuter benefit, and free lunch).