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Middle School Science Teacher
Posted: Feb. 5, 2026
Rosemont, Pennsylvania, United States
The Agnes Irwin School is seeking a full-time Middle School Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. Successful candidates will be committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of students through the mission of The Agnes Irwin School and the Core Values of Strive for Excellence, Lead with Character, Foster Trust and Community, Nurture Passions and Wellbeing, and Respect and Celebrate All.
The Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls’ Pre-K through 12th grade independent school in the Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and young women. Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to developing each student’s highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well-being.
The Ideal Candidate
Will embrace the Agnes Irwin School’s mission to empower girls to learn, lead, and live a legacy, and is committed to the ethos of girls’ education
Demonstrates cultural competency and skills necessary to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Demonstrates a dedication to continuous growth and development in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Is willing to engage across differences with empathy and understanding
Has a strong background in science
Possesses an ability to teach scientific problem solving and the core competencies that help students develop as learners
Has the ability to add authentic context to scientific ideas in order to engage diverse groups of learners
Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team
Is willing and eager to take on significant co-curricular responsibilities outside of the classroom and finds joy in working with middle school students
Responsibilities include:
Teach and manage students in four sections of Science
Prepare course materials
Maintain student attendance and grade records
Evaluate, provide feedback and grade students’ work
Be available to meet with students during office hours and planning periods
Create and maintain a caring, safe environment conducive to students doing their best work
Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development
Participate in the life of the middle/upper school by serving as an advisor, club sponsor and/or coach
Participate in all staff meetings, assemblies, and other required school functions, including occasional evening or weekend events and overnight chaperoning responsibilities
Support the work of the Admissions Department during visit days and other admission and retention events
Work constructively with parents and colleagues
Inform parents, students, and Division Director of students’ progress through written reports and conferences
Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities, and participate in the faculty evaluation process
Assume other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Science or related field (advanced degree and previous teaching experience preferred)
2-3 years of classroom experience teaching Science is preferred
Proficiency in the use of classroom technology: interactive smart boards, LMS, various Google and Microsoft Office applications, etc.
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and respect different values and viewpoints
Physical Demands of This Job:
Adequate physical mobility, dexterity, strength, and endurance to actively supervise and lead students and be responsible for their physical safety during all school-related activities, including evacuations and other emergency response procedures
The Agnes Irwin School does not discriminate in any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local law.