Middle School Science Teacher

Job Description

St. Joseph School in Garden City, a vibrant Catholic school community committed to academic excellence and student growth, is seeking an enthusiastic and knowledgeable educator to serve as the 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher and Middle School Science Teacher. This position includes teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade Science, including Regents-level Living Environment for 8th grade students.

The ideal candidate will bring a passion for science education and inquiry-based learning. Instruction is supported by our fully renovated LabLearner science lab and aligned with the New York State Next Generation Science Standards, emphasizing hands-on experimentation, critical thinking, and real-world application. We have a brand new science lab which was renovated last summer which comes with all lab equipment and supplies for experiments & demonstrations.

This role also includes a stipend-supported opportunity to moderate the Aquinas Team, a student-led enrichment project that spans several months and culminates in a formal presentation of independent research and inquiry.

About St. Joseph School:
St. Joseph School has served the Garden City community for over 90 years, offering a rigorous academic program grounded in Catholic values. With a supportive faculty, engaged families, and a strong focus on whole-child development, SJS fosters a nurturing environment where students thrive intellectually, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities:
• Serve as the 7th grade homeroom teacher
• Teach science to grades 6-8, including Regents-level Living Environment
• Deliver instruction using the LabLearner program and hands-on lab experiences
• Align curriculum with NYS Next Generation Science Standards
• Guide and support students in the long-term Aquinas Team enrichment project
• Collaborate with faculty and maintain clear communication with students and families

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Education or Science-related field (Master's preferred)
• NYS Teaching Certification preferred
• Prior experience teaching middle school science strongly preferred
• Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills

This is an exciting opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists in a well-resourced, values-based school community.

Salary is determined by years of full time classroom teaching experience and highest degree as per the DRVC Teacher Pay Scale.

** If interested, please email resume and cover letter to mchavez5589@st-josephschool.com **

About the Employer

The mission of St. Joseph School is to provide an encouraging and challenging environment that fosters the intellectual, personal and religious formation of our students, an environment in which they grow to achieve their full potential, becoming responsible individuals, strong in understanding and practicing their faith, and lifelong learners with 21st century skills. SJS offers a curriculum that addresses the development of the whole person, presented in a learning program that stresses high levels of student engagement.

We are dedicated to creating a faith community that witnesses compassion and respect for every person, demonstrated in service to the local and wider community, while promoting the physical, social, emotional and spiritual growth of each child.