Job Summary
The Science Teacher is responsible for planning and teaching two or three sections of 8th/9th grade science. This role will also include identifying potential areas in need of academic reinforcement for individual students and communicating with advisors and families/caregivers about student progress. The role also includes an additional significant responsibility, such as coordinating or assisting with the athletic program, managing study hall proctors, or some combination thereof. Other responsibilities include advising a small group of students, managing weekly science tutors, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the school in a variety of ways, including chaperoning field trips.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Represent the core values of the Academy in all work performed on behalf of the Academy and in all activities related to the lives of students, graduates, and their families by  demonstrating an excellent work ethic, personal integrity, confidentiality, professional maturity, and thoughtful ambassadorship.
• Science Teacher
  • Create lesson plans that cover introductory units on physical science and biology that are appropriate for 8th/9th graders.
  • Teach two or three sections of the course during the Summer Session and academic year.
  • Incorporate labs and other hands-on activities.
  • Submit written grade reports.
  • Be accessible for additional help outside of class hours.
  • Manage volunteer science tutors to provide additional support for students  who need it.
• Advisory
  • Meet regularly with student advisees to discuss progress and concerns and to 
    develop a sense of community.
  • Communicate with advisees’ parents/caregivers to convey information and 
    address academic and social challenges.
  • Support and communicate with advisees’ mentors.
• Other
  • Support students’ high school applications by writing letters of recommendation.
  • Participate in parent/caregiver conferences and attend school-wide events.
  • Assist the Development team by participating in fundraising events and speaking to donors about Beacon.
  • Another significant role will be assigned based on the needs of the school; possibilities include coordinating the co-curricular program, athletics, the study hall program, the student technology program, or some combination thereof.
  • Complete other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

• The ability to move freely about the Academy in order to be responsive to the needs of students
• Willingness and ability to drive passenger vans preferred

Reports to: Director of the Academy Year
FTE: 1.0
Schedule: Typically Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 AM to 4:20 PM and Wednesdays, Fridays 8:00 AM to 3:20 PM, with occasional nights or weekend work as needed
Position Type: Full-time, exempt
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Salary Range: $60,000-$80,000; commensurate with experience
Start Date: July 1, 2025

To Apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to: jobs@beaconacademy.org with the subject line: “Science Teacher_NAIS.” Beacon Academy welcomes a diverse candidate pool, including candidates who are bilingual, because we believe a diversity of voices leads to better outcomes for everyone.

Beacon Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field; Master’s preferred
• At least two years of experience teaching middle or high school students
• Ability to teach and enhance the existing science curriculum and differentiate instruction as needed
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Must demonstrate strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with the use of technology for teaching, including Google Classroom and 
  SMART Board technologies
• Ability to build relationships with families/caregivers, colleagues, and volunteers to 
  support students
• Personal warmth and empathy
• Demonstrated ability to embrace and share the mission of Beacon Academy

About Beacon Academy

Beacon Academy closes the opportunity gap for a cadre of Boston’s bright and determined students. Striving for educational equity using a lens of social justice, we help our students create life changing opportunities as they build lives of purpose, community, and impact. Our 10-Year Model begins with our Academy Year – a 14- month term filled with academic rigor, personal development, and exciting life experiences – followed by diverse support programs for our alumni throughout high school, college, and early careers. Not only do we prepare students for futures of curiosity and well-being, but we also stay connected with them, offering resources to promote success from their first day at Beacon into their first careers. We value our community and strive for a sense of belonging at Beacon. To achieve that, we honor each person's dignity and humanity, bring a learning mindset to our work, encourage honest and direct feedback, and look for joy even in challenging spaces. We invite you to join us.

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