Saint Joseph High School is excited to be on the hunt for a High School Biology Teacher!
St. Joseph High School is a newly established Catholic high school opening in August 2025, dedicated to providing a rigorous academic education and character formation in a faith-based environment. Our mission is to foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking and moral integrity, preparing students for success in higher education and beyond. We seek educators who are passionate about their subject areas and committed to creating an engaging and supportive learning experience.
We are seeking a qualified and enthusiastic high school biology teacher to join our founding faculty. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in science education, be skilled in creating engaging and challenging lesson plans, and be willing to be part of a collaborative and mission-driven school community. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new school and contribute to building a dynamic and inspiring learning environment.
Responsibilities:
• Teach biology courses to high school students, incorporating hands-on labs, experiments and interactive learning experiences.
• Develop and implement a rigorous, comprehensive curriculum aligned with national and collegiate-level science standards.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment that encourages inquiry, collaboration and academic excellence to support student growth.
• Integrate ethical discussions and a values-based approach into scientific topics, where appropriate.
• Collaborate with fellow faculty and administration to build a strong academic foundation for the school.
• Participate in schoolwide activities, faculty meetings and professional development.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents and colleagues to support student success.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in biology, science education or a related field
• Hold valid teaching certification or be actively pursuing certification/licensure
• Strong classroom management, communication and curriculum development skills
• Willingness to support the mission and values of a Catholic educational institution
• Experience teaching high school science is preferred.
SJHS educates in the spirit of the Gospel, inspiring Catholic values, academic excellence, global awareness and service to those in need. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.
The position will begin in August 2025 (contractually) and continue through July 2026 with a salary of $40,000 to $50,000, depending on level of education and experience.
Please email a résumé, cover letter and three professional references to Deacon Patrick Michel, Ed.D, head of school, at deaconpat@stjosephwv.org.
