The Blake School seeks to hire a dynamic part-time Science Teacher for Grades 9-12 capable of teaching all levels of biology, chemistry and biology-based electives beginning in the 2026-27 school year. This is a 0.75, benefits-eligible position. Applicant review will begin Dec. 1. 

Essential Responsibilities:

• Teach four sections of a combination of biology, chemistry and biology advanced science electives at various levels in the Upper School (grades 9-12) 
• Advise a group of 10-12 students
• Hold conferences with students and parents in fall and spring and write narrative comments for each student at the end of each semester
• Participate in departmental, divisional and all-school initiatives and meetings 

Blake’s Portrait of an Educator delineates what experience, skills and attributes we seek in our faculty. Drawing from this portrait, we can confirm that a strong candidate for this position will be:

an innovator 

…with significant and successful experience designing and teaching a broad scope of biology courses in an upper school environment. This could include AP biology, general biology courses and environmental-based science courses.

…with significant and successful experience designing and teaching chemistry courses in an upper school environment. This could include general chemistry, honors chemistry and AP chemistry courses.

…who uses creative solution-based thinking and seeks new opportunities for student engagement inside and outside of the classroom.

…who embraces the incorporation of a wide range of texts, media and technology that respond to the dynamic, ever-changing nature of meaningful teaching and learning.

a collaborator

…who is reflective, open to feedback and eager for professional collaboration.

…who welcomes the opportunity to be an active, intentional member of a PK-12 community of teachers, staff, students, parents and stakeholders.

…who seeks to build vertical and horizontal alignment with science colleagues in designing curricular scope and sequence.

an expert 

…with a deep, sustained commitment to developing their knowledge of content and curriculum. 

…who is a positive, curious, proactive educator with a passion for sharing a best-practice, student-centered pedagogy in the sciences.

…who is fully committed to meeting both the academic and social-emotional needs of students. 

a culture-builder

…who is enthusiastic about working with adolescents and supporting them in developing a deep engagement and excitement in science. 

…who demonstrates the ability to understand and bridge diverse perspectives, identities and lived experiences and empowers students to engage across differences.

…who is committed to equitable practices. 

…who possesses an understanding of and commitment to modeling and teaching intercultural  competence. 

a professional 

…who actively seeks professional development opportunities and is familiar with current educational research including standards for science learning utilizing NGSS guidelines and inquiry-based methods.

…who has a deep emotional intelligence and demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills in their  communication with students, families and colleagues. 

The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,277 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake's mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and values.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in science or science education or a related field with a strong preference for an advanced degree or work toward an advanced degree in a relevant field 
• Substantial professional experience in science education with a preference for experience teaching at the Upper School (grade 9-12) levels

• Professional experience in STEM and climate literacy principles and experience with modeling instruction and/or inquiry-based pedagogies

About The Blake School

Blake is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational day school for students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Founded in 1900, Blake offers a rigorous education grounded in shared values — curiosity, kindness, inclusivity and resilience. Our campuses in Hopkins and Minneapolis unite 1,316 students from 50 neighborhoods served by 300 faculty and staff, creating a diverse and inclusive community. Blake’s mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and core values.

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