Upper School Science Teacher

Cincinnati Country Day School is seeking applicants for a full-time science position to begin August 2026. Candidates should have experience teaching chemistry and a willingness/ability to teach in another discipline, such as environmental science or physics. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, student-centered educator whose passion and expertise as a lifelong learner is modeled as a way to inspire and engage students.

The CCDS science curriculum is focused on helping students to:

• Develop skills in observation, interpretation, reasoning, synthesis, generalizing, predicting, and questioning as a way to learn new knowledge, while critically evaluating the validity of results and sources of error;
• Collaboratively construct and defend logically coherent explanations of phenomena that incorporate a current understanding of science consistent with the available evidence;
• Develop scientific problem-solving skills, including organization of available information, identification and application of pertinent principles, quantitative solutions, and interpreting results in the context of current issues and discussions around those issues;
• Use developing science and technology skills in constructive community engagement that addresses the potential impact on local and global issues, including equality, accessibility, and environmental sustainability.

A regular laboratory period is part of each course, providing students with direct, hands-on experience with laboratory equipment and associated technology. All students are required to take biology and two additional science courses, including a physical science and an advanced science. Currently, the department offers a number of AP courses and electives, and it is common for students to take four years of science, with some students opting to enroll in two science courses in their junior and/or senior years.

Qualifications:

• BS in chemistry or related field, with an advanced degree preferred
• Besides helping the school and department meet its mission, the candidate should also have enthusiasm for teaching, experience with high school age students, and a willingness to explore new methodologies and technologies for instruction, including experiential learning
• Computer literacy and proficiency, experience with technology in the classroom, and ability to effectively utilize a learning management system

Teaching Expectations:

The teacher will join a congenial and collegial department consisting of five faculty members while being supervised and supported by the science department chair and the head of the upper school. Specific responsibilities for this position include:

• Teaching three sections of science, including two sections of chemistry and a third section based on enrollment and the teaching needs of the department
• Providing academic support for students outside of class time during office hours
• Collaborating and participating actively in the work of the science department on best practices in curriculum development, pedagogy, and assessment
• Actively participating in the life of the school community
• Commits to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of innovative, research-informed teaching practices

Community Expectations:

• Contribute as an engaged, collaborative community member both within and across departments
• Serve as an advisor to approximately 10 students
• Serve on ad hoc committees, as needed
• Participate in community events including but not limited to several evening or weekend events
• Carry out other duties as assigned

Application:

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact list of three professional references in PDF format to scienceccds@countryday.net.

Cincinnati Country Day School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age (40 or over), national origin, ancestry, or military service/veteran status in the administration of its educational programs and policies, admission decisions, tuition aid programs, employment practices and benefits, athletics, or other school-administered programs.