Long-Term Substitute Science Teacher (February-June 2027)

Reports to: Head of the Science Department and the Director of the Middle School

Classification: Exempt, full-time

Beaver Country Day School is an independent day school serving 460 students in grades 6-12, and located in Chestnut Hill, just outside of Boston. Founded in 1920 and propelled by our progressive roots, our goal is to expand the nature of school. With over 40 local and national partnerships, almost daily field trips, a thriving performing and visual arts program, and a best-in-class research and design center, we are able to combine rigorous academics with real-world application, focusing on teaching content combined with experience applying it to current issues. Our athletic program offers first-rate athletic and fitness opportunities that prioritize the whole athlete. The school fosters a joyful environment where students feel confident taking risks and being their authentic selves, where everyone—students and adults alike—feels a sense of belonging, and where teachers have the freedom to innovate and grow alongside their students.

Faculty in the Middle School teach 3-4 courses per semester, serve as academic advisors, and perform other duties around student supervision. They engage in regular professional development within the school and through outside organizations and conferences as well.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively participate in the work of the Science Department, including innovative student-centered practices
• Collaborate with colleagues within and across departments
• Utilize technology to enhance instruction and student learning
• Post resources, feedback, and assignments to the LMS in a timely manner
• Communicate effectively with students, faculty, and parents/guardians
• Provide ongoing, timely, actionable, user-friendly feedback to students
• Participate in and contribute to the life of the school outside of the department

Other Attributes:

• Experience developing innovative curricula and engaging in pedagogical practices that focus on hands-on experiential learning
• An understanding of independent schools and enthusiasm for Beaver’s mission
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement, including remaining knowledgeable about current instructional and curricular trends
• Experience with diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices and commitment to ongoing growth in this area
• Sense of humor

Salary Range:

The annual salary range for this position is $78,000 - $140,000, with the salary prorated based upon the employment start date. Please visit our Working at Beaver webpage for information about benefits and more.