Middle School Science Teacher at St. Paul's School for Boys

The St. Paul’s Schools is pleased to announce an opening for a full-time Middle School Science Teacher at St. Paul’s School for Boys for the 2025-2026 school year.

School Overview

Voted one of Baltimore’s top workplaces, the St. Paul’s Schools is a family of independent schools located in Brooklandville, Maryland. With more than 1,400 students from ages 6 weeks to grade 12, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School (coed), St. Paul’s School for Boys, and St. Paul’s School for Girls share a 120-acre campus, an Episcopal affiliation, and a focus on developing confident, well-balanced students who will use their education and ethics to improve the world.

A coordinated structure allows The St. Paul’s Schools to preserve the small school feel within each school while sharing resources and certain programs to maximize opportunities for students. With St. Paul’s unique model, boys and girls are taught together and separately at just the right times in their development. The St. Paul’s School is a community that leads with love and creates and a community of authentic belonging.

St. Paul’s School for Boys, founded in 1849, is a college-preparatory day school serving boys in grades 5 through 12. The school’s mission, “Seek truth, knowledge, and excellence; live by faith, compassion, and integrity,” is the daily standard for all members of our community. St. Paul’s School for Boys’ students are thoughtful young men who thrive in an educational community that emphasizes strong relationships, personal growth, and the collective pursuit of integrity.

Position Description

The successful candidate will be a creative, passionate, and experienced middle school science teacher with a strong educational background. The ideal candidate will inspire curiosity and a love for science through engaging, hands-on instruction that aligns with the school's educational philosophy. This position requires a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages critical thinking, collaboration, and inquiry-based exploration. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by shaping the scientific curiosity and academic growth of young learners in a supportive, all-boys educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a dynamic science curriculum aligned with state and national standards.

• Create and deliver engaging, hands-on lessons in areas such as life science, earth science, physical science, and basic chemistry.

• Foster a classroom environment that supports the unique learning styles and developmental needs of middle school boys.

• Encourage curiosity and scientific inquiry through experiments, projects, and real-world applications.

• Integrate technology and innovative teaching methods to enhance learning experiences.

• Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and colleagues to support student success.

• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school-wide events.

Candidate must have a minimum of three years teaching experience with middle school teachers and a bachelors degree in science, education or related field with a masters preferred. Strong classroom management skills, being an excellent communicator, and a passion for science education are required.

Beyond classroom instruction, we fully embrace the teacher/coach model at The St. Paul’s Schools and are excited about the vital role our faculty play in our community. We are particularly eager to meet candidates with coaching experience and/or those who can demonstrate initiative and serve as mentors and program leads in a variety of significant ways outside of the classroom. Faculty members also collaborate on additional supervisory responsibilities and shared duties that enrich the school environment.

At St. Paul’s Schools, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every individual is celebrated for their unique strengths and contributions. We believe that diversity enriches education, empowering students to reach their fullest potential. By embracing a culture of inclusion, we prepare our students to succeed in an increasingly interconnected and multicultural world. We stand firmly against all forms of prejudice, including those related to race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic background, gender identity, sexual orientation, and physical appearance.

The St. Paul’s Schools has a compensation scale based on direct years of experience and degree held. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s years of experience, education and skills. For this opportunity, our salary range is $45,000 to $58,000 annually. Candidates with additional experience or qualifications may be offered a salary outside of the range shown. In addition, full-time team members gain access to our robust benefits package designed to support your well-being, inside and outside of work. This includes a competitive healthcare package (medical, dental, and vision), disability protection, participation in our 403(b) retirement plan which has an immediate employer contribution and a generous time off package, including wellness days because we believe you may need a day off ‘just because!’.

Beyond the basics, we offer extras like a lunch stipend, access to multiple fitness centers on campus and professional development experiences to continue your learning. In addition, full-time employees who choose The St. Paul’s Schools for their children’s educational journey, are eligible to receive a tuition remission benefit. Your salary will be commensurate with your experience and reflect the value you bring to our team.

Ready to join our team? Please submit your cover letter, resume, and list of references to Shannon Duckett, Executive Director of Human Resources, at sduckett@stpaulsmd.org. The St. Paul’s Schools embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.