Job Description

San Marcos Academy is seeking a dedicated and passionate full-time Middle/Upper School Science Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year, as well as 2026-2027. This position involves teaching science courses to middle school (7th and 8th grade) students as well as one section of Bible. The ideal candidate will cultivate a dynamic and engaging learning environment that sparks creativity and nurtures a passion for knowledge in students.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans for middle school science classes.
- Foster curiosity, critical thinking, and a hands-on approach to scientific exploration and discovery.
- Create a supportive and interactive classroom environment that encourages inquiry and active participation.
- Assess student understanding through experiments, projects, and assessments, providing meaningful feedback.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance interdisciplinary learning opportunities and support student growth.

- Perform other duties as assigned by the principal

Skills:

- Excellent organizational skills.

- Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

- Strong classroom management skills.

- Ability to work collaboratively with students and staff.

- Passion for the arts and education.

Specific Benefits:

• Class sizes are small

• Students are highly motivated

• Opportunity to work with international students

• Teaching schedule follows the school calendar for holidays

Compensation: Determined by experience

Start Date: Spring 2026

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Education.

- Previous teaching experience is a plus.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to inspire and motivate students.

San Marcos Academy is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.