What are the responsibilities and job description for the 25-26 Hiring: Probationary High School Biology Teacher position at Chappaqua Central School District?
Position Type :
High School Teaching / Science - Biology
Date Posted : 2 / 4 / 2025
Location : Horace Greeley HS
Date Available : 08 / 28 / 2025
Closing Date : 03 / 31 / 2025
The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving 3500 students in Westchester County. We are seeking excellent educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.
Chappaqua CSD is looking for a thoughtful and knowledgeable educator to serve in the anticipated probationary position of Biology Teacher at Horace Greeley High School beginning 8 / 28 / 2025.
Note : applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Prior experience preferred : Candidates with prior teaching experience in Biology are highly encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions :
- Deep knowledge of NYS Science Learning Standards and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), with an emphasis on Biology.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, fostering student learning and engagement.
- Develops clear, engaging, and relevant lesson plans that appropriately challenge students and incorporate inquiry-based learning.
- Implements project-based learning, differentiated instruction, and various teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Engages in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth; actively seeks professional learning opportunities.
- ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Committed to student-centered and student-driven learning experiences, providing opportunities for student voice and choice.
- Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of biological concepts to real-world situations and problem-solving.
- Willing and able to work in a collaborative teaching environment, including co-teaching and interdisciplinary planning.
- Experience with social and emotional learning (SEL) and building a positive classroom culture focused on the whole child (knowledge of RULER is a plus).
Certification / Experience :
This position includes a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and extensive opportunities for professional development and mentor support.
Salary Range (as of 24 / 25 school year) : $70,467 - $151,438
Salary : $70,467 - $151,438