Science Teacher

Position: Science Teacher (Grades 9-12) Location: Stow, Massachusetts, Masters Academy International Start Date: August 1, 2026 Overview Masters Academy International is New England’s only school that combines top-tier sports and academics to prepare future leaders who excel in athletics, academics, and life. Academics are a vital part of developing an elite performer. The program respects the demands of athletes while maintaining intellectual rigor. Students are challenged through engaging coursework grounded in inquiry, encouraging healthy disagreement and debate and emphasizing quality over quantity. MAI’s academic program aims to balance well-being and learning for student-athletes, helping them develop knowledge and the skills to succeed in a rapidly evolving world. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their education and nurture critical and creative thinking to understand and solve global challenges. Graduates become critical thinkers, effective communicators, and confident learners prepared to excel in any field. The Opportunity At MAI, the high school science program offers rigorous courses in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology at standard and advanced levels. We seek a versatile science educator who can teach across these disciplines, bringing deep content knowledge and a love of scientific inquiry to multiple courses. Depending on enrollment and expertise, teaching assignment may include Physics, Chemistry, and/or Biology, covering topics such as kinematics, Newton’s laws, wave mechanics, electricity, magnetism, fundamentals of quantum mechanics, atomic structure, chemical bonding, thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, principles of organic chemistry, cellular processes, genetics, evolution, ecology, and human body systems. Weekly projects foster experimentation, problem-solving, and real-world application. The teacher will lead discussions, provide detailed feedback on student work, and inspire students to deepen their understanding while developing their scientific voice. The ideal candidate has strong content knowledge in multiple science disciplines and the versatility to teach advanced-level courses as needed, while nurturing curiosity, critical thinking, and a passion for science in every student. What You Will Do As a science teacher at MAI, you will: Lead class sessions and facilitate scientific discussions. Guide students through complex concepts at foundational and advanced levels. Foster students’ growth as independent scientific thinkers who can articulate ideas, design meaningful experiments, and apply knowledge to real-world challenges. Provide thorough feedback on projects and experiments to support reasoning and personal growth. Mentor students through one-on-one conferences and small-group work to deepen understanding and nurture their scientific voice. Leverage technology and AI tools to personalize learning and enhance experimental and analytical capabilities. Cultivate a classroom culture of curiosity, intellectual risk-taking, and respect for diverse perspectives. Build partnerships with students and families through proactive communication to support each learner’s development. Who You Are The ideal candidate has several years of experience teaching high school science across multiple disciplines with deep content knowledge in Physics, Chemistry, and/or Biology. Skilled at facilitating meaningful scientific discussions and providing constructive feedback that guides iterative problem-solving. Comfortable guiding student-driven inquiry while using technology to support collaboration and student agency. Understanding of the demands facing student-athletes, with the ability to help them develop balance and resilience. Strong sense of ownership and responsibility for student success and well-being; collaborative, curious, and growth-minded. Committed to lifelong learning, innovation, sound judgment, adaptability, and prioritization in changing environments. View facilitation and scaffolding as core teaching practices to guide inquiry and enhance collaboration. To view the Role Profile, please click here. Compensation and Benefits The salary range is $85,000. Benefits for eligible roles include medical, life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, and more. Diversity, Inclusion, and Safeguarding We are deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to build a culture in which every colleague feels belonging, is trusted, and is valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and strongly encourage those from underrepresented groups to apply. How to Apply Complete this application before the closing date. The closing date for applications is: 31st March 2026. Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers, and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background. Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date for the right applicant. #J-18808-Ljbffr