Part-Time Upper School Biology Teacher (one-year leave replacement)

Start date: September 2025

The Packer Collegiate Institute seeks an energetic individual to teach part-time (50%) Upper School Biology. Candidates should have a strong and diverse background in science and mathematics, at least three years previous experience teaching Biology at the secondary level, and enthusiasm for working with high school students. The focus of the science department is on interactive, experiential learning and depth of understanding rather than breadth of coverage.

Responsibilities

• Teaching two biology classes

• Part of a strong, collaborative team

• Dedicated to the vertical integration of curriculum across grades and divisions

• Committed to using the city as an educational resource

• Significant written and oral communication with families about student work and progress

• Sustained, individualized attention to students outside of the classroom

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years high school science teaching experience

• Strong background in biology

• Commitment to work as part of a collaborative team that prepares students with the skills, critical thinking abilities and content knowledge to enter a rigorous high school science program.

• Master’s degree is strongly preferred.

Include Reasonable Accommodations: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Packer's values and vision of educational excellence include embracing diversity, fostering community, nurturing a sense of belonging, and ensuring all learners are valued and challenged. We actively embrace the diversity of New York City and seek employees who share Packer’s values of equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who wish to learn from the experiences and perspectives of others. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and perspectives may be underrepresented.

Salaries are determined based on a scale reflecting years of teaching experience and level of education.

The Packer Collegiate Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to, but is not limited to, educational policies, admission, financial aid, hiring and employment practices, use of school facilities, athletics, and other school-administered programs.