HIGH SCHOOL BIOLOGY/CHEMISTRY TEACHER 2026-27 INTERLAKE HIGH SCHOOL

Position Objective This position is responsible for teaching high school biology and chemistry courses to students in Grades 9-12. Commitment to Equity The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community. Duties & Responsibilities Plan and prepare for high‑quality biology lessons that include lab‑oriented activities and inquiry‑based opportunities. Integrate Next Generation Science Standards. Center instruction on high expectations for student achievement by establishing a culture for learning, providing clear communication with students, and engaging students in learning. Demonstrate effective teaching practices through use of questioning, discussion techniques, and reflection on teaching. Recognize individual student learning needs and develop strategies to address those needs. Provide clear and intentional focus on subject‑matter content and curriculum, setting instructional outcomes, and designing coherent instruction. Foster and manage a safe, positive learning environment through creating an environment of respect, managing classroom procedures, student behavior, and organizing a safe physical space for student learning. Use multiple student‑data elements to modify instruction and improve student learning; design student assessments, use assessment in instruction, and maintain accurate student records. Communicate and collaborate with parents and the school community through effective and ongoing communication. Exhibit collaborative and collegial practices focused on improving instructional practice and student learning. Participate in a professional community, expected to grow and develop professionally and demonstrate professionalism. Annually establish student growth goals to ensure student growth over time. Direct the activities of assigned non‑certificated personnel. Attend or participate in all required staff meetings and other activities deemed necessary by the District and/or building principal. Participate in site‑based decision‑making processes. Reporting Relationships Reports directly to and is supervised by the Building Administrator. Required Education & Experience Possess or qualify for immediate issuance of a valid Washington State teaching certificate with an endorsement in biology and chemistry. Preferred Preference will be given to those candidates who hold multiple endorsements. B.A. degree in biology. Qualified to teach college in the high‑school courses should they be assigned. Knowledge Knowledge of Bellevue School District's curriculum and instructional practices such as teacher‑directed instruction, literature‑based reading, problem‑based learning, math problem‑solving and use of math manipulatives, cooperative learning, and integrated curriculum. Skills Training in and/or direct experience with high school‑aged students. Experience teaching biology courses which includes laboratory and hands‑on experiences for students, preferred. Commitment to the District's vision, mission and goals. Demonstrates a commitment to equity through culturally relevant teaching practices through the design and implementation of instruction and high expectations for all students. Provides high‑quality instruction through knowledge of differentiated instructional practices and data‑driven instructional decision‑making. Ability and skills necessary to individualize instruction and work with a full range of students including gifted, mainstreamed special education, English language learners, and students from diverse cultural and social backgrounds. Ability to develop students’ technology literacy. Ability to work in a collaborative or team approach. Ability to communicate effectively, professionally, collaboratively and positively with students, parents, and colleagues, orally and in writing. Ability to work with students in multi‑aged groups. Ability to use varied assessments, including performance tasks, portfolios, and student self‑assessment. Attends ongoing professional development activities, such as college course work, professional associations, workshops, and in‑service opportunities. Exhibits a strong and positive attitude with the belief that each student can be taught and has the right and capacity to achieve personal academic excellence. Ability to perform all duties in accordance with applicable Board policies and district and legal requirements. Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations. Physical Requirements Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. This position may be exposed to prolonged exposure to visual display terminals as required. Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises. Conditions Of Employment This is a general posting for one or more teaching positions. Positions may be full or part‑time and will be filled as specific openings are identified. Salary: $73,990 to $138,754 annual salary (based on the negotiated collective bargaining agreement salary schedule). Certificated staff work the school year contract with placement on the District and BEA bargaining agreement salary schedule. Placement on the schedule is determined by training and experience. Medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life‑insurance eligibility is based upon .45 FTE. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Application & Eligibility Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board. Equal Employment Opportunity Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights, Racial Discrimination, and Gender Expression or Identity Discrimination: Civil Rights/Nondiscrimination Compliance Coordinator Nancy Pham, View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. 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