2026-2027 - Upper School - Long Term Substitute - Science

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.

• 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.

• →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.