Science Teacher - High School
CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF THE DIVINE FA, Hagerstown, MD, United States
Benefits
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Benefits/Perks
Daily Mass and spiritual enrichment
Vibrant, mission-driven faculty and parent community
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Professional development through the Chesterton Schools Network
Opportunity to shape the spiritual, academic, and cultural foundation of a new Catholic high school
Job Summary
Chesterton Academy of the Divine Family, a joyfully Catholic, classical high school in the Chesterton Schools Network, seeks a mission-driven Science Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have a passion for integrated learning, a deep love for the Catholic faith, and a strong background in the natural sciences.
The Science Teacher will help implement a rigorous, wonder-filled curriculum rooted in classical education, engaging students in the study of nature and creation through the lens of faith and reason. This position offers the unique opportunity to be part of the founding faculty, helping to establish a culture of academic excellence, spiritual formation, and joyful discovery.
Responsibilities
Academic Instruction
Teach high school-level science courses (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Earth Science), as assigned
Foster student engagement and intellectual curiosity through lectures, labs, and discussions
Integrate faith and reason in the exploration of the natural world
Support student learning with regular feedback, assessments, and individualized support
Collaborate with faculty on cross-disciplinary projects and curriculum planning
Classroom & Student Engagement
Cultivate a classroom culture of joy, reverence, and intellectual rigor
Promote the development of virtue and habits of attention, observation, and inquiry
Offer support and mentorship to students both academically and personally
Participate in the school’s House system, school retreats, and extracurricular programs
Faculty & School Life
Collaborate with fellow faculty in professional development and classical pedagogy formation
Attend faculty meetings, school events, and spiritual formation opportunities
Serve as a model of faith, charity, and professional excellence in all interactions
Help build the school’s Catholic and classical identity through enthusiastic participation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science-related field (Master’s preferred)
Prior teaching experience (preferably in a classical or Catholic school)
Passion for teaching and mentoring high school students
Practicing Roman Catholic, joyfully faithful to the Magisterium, and willing to take the Oath of Fidelity
Ability to communicate scientific knowledge in a way that harmonizes with the Catholic intellectual tradition
Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills
A heart for evangelization, wonder, and the formation of saints and scholars
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401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Benefits/Perks
Daily Mass and spiritual enrichment
Vibrant, mission-driven faculty and parent community
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
Professional development through the Chesterton Schools Network
Opportunity to shape the spiritual, academic, and cultural foundation of a new Catholic high school
Job Summary
Chesterton Academy of the Divine Family, a joyfully Catholic, classical high school in the Chesterton Schools Network, seeks a mission-driven Science Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The ideal candidate will have a passion for integrated learning, a deep love for the Catholic faith, and a strong background in the natural sciences.
The Science Teacher will help implement a rigorous, wonder-filled curriculum rooted in classical education, engaging students in the study of nature and creation through the lens of faith and reason. This position offers the unique opportunity to be part of the founding faculty, helping to establish a culture of academic excellence, spiritual formation, and joyful discovery.
Responsibilities
Academic Instruction
Teach high school-level science courses (e.g., Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or Earth Science), as assigned
Foster student engagement and intellectual curiosity through lectures, labs, and discussions
Integrate faith and reason in the exploration of the natural world
Support student learning with regular feedback, assessments, and individualized support
Collaborate with faculty on cross-disciplinary projects and curriculum planning
Classroom & Student Engagement
Cultivate a classroom culture of joy, reverence, and intellectual rigor
Promote the development of virtue and habits of attention, observation, and inquiry
Offer support and mentorship to students both academically and personally
Participate in the school’s House system, school retreats, and extracurricular programs
Faculty & School Life
Collaborate with fellow faculty in professional development and classical pedagogy formation
Attend faculty meetings, school events, and spiritual formation opportunities
Serve as a model of faith, charity, and professional excellence in all interactions
Help build the school’s Catholic and classical identity through enthusiastic participation
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in a science-related field (Master’s preferred)
Prior teaching experience (preferably in a classical or Catholic school)
Passion for teaching and mentoring high school students
Practicing Roman Catholic, joyfully faithful to the Magisterium, and willing to take the Oath of Fidelity
Ability to communicate scientific knowledge in a way that harmonizes with the Catholic intellectual tradition
Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills
A heart for evangelization, wonder, and the formation of saints and scholars
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