Science Teacher

Job Description

SCIENCE TEACHER (Earth Science and Biology)
Start Date: August 15, 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time | Year-Round | Exempt
Salary Range: $50,000-$80,000
Reports to: Headmaster

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory, a joyfully and authentically Catholic high school in south Denver educating students in the Western civilization tradition and the liberal arts and sciences, seeks dynamic teachers who desire to contribute to an engaging and joyful school culture and to lead young adults in their academic and spiritual formation. The successful candidate must have a passion for science, which is matched by their love of teaching and forming high school students in the Catholic faith. Science courses include Earth Science (9th grade) and Biology (10th grade).

Candidates must be practicing Catholics, pursuing a life of virtue and holiness through prayer and the Sacramental life. They must also be willing to take the Oath of Fidelity to the Magisterium. These are necessary for modeling the Christian life to the students.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong proficiencies in content knowledge, teaching ability, organizational skills, and written and verbal communication skills. Accompanying these should be a passion to inspire wonder and excellence in students and a sense of the
connections between math and science and the humanities.

A bachelor's degree (or higher) in the subject matter being taught is required; teaching experience or training in classical/liberal arts education is also preferred. Exceptional candidates who are transitioning from other careers or recent college graduates will also be considered. A track record of contributing to the vision and mission of an apostolic and educational enterprise is also desirable.

Schedule:
Full-time (40+ hours/week)
Some weekend and evening events are required

Full-Time Benefits:
Medical coverage (70% employer-paid premiums for employee and dependents) Health savings account with employer pre-tax contributions
Dental coverage (100% employee-paid)
Vision coverage (100% employee-paid)
Life and AD&D (100% employer-paid)
Voluntary life (100% employee-paid)
Paid time consistent with the Colorado Healthy Families & Workplaces Act for health-related issues (up to 10 days per year)
Paid family and medical leave consistent with Colorado FAMLI
403B retirement plan with pre-tax or post-tax/Roth options
Reduced tuition for children attending OLV
Professional development opportunities through the Chesterton Schools Network, Archdiocese of Denver Office of Catholic Schools, and partnerships with the University of Dallas, Benedictine College, and ICLE
All expense-paid trip to the Chesterton Schools Network conference within 2 years of
employment

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to careers@ourladyofvictorydenver.com.

About the Employer

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory is a authentically Catholic liberal arts high school in Denver, CO.