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 Agnes Irwin School's Science Department is seeking a full-time Upper School Chemistry and Biology Teacher beginning in the 2023-2024 academic year. Candidates should possess a passion for teaching and enjoy working in an academic environment with colleagues who value collaboration as well as independence.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Teach three to four sections of upper school Science courses, including but not limited to Chemistry I Honors, Chemistry II Honors: Advanced Topics and Organic Chemistry, and Microbiology
• Implement current curriculum and contribute to its ongoing development
• Prepare course materials
  • Maintain student attendance and grade records
  • Evaluate and grade student work
  • Be available to meet individually with students during office hours and planning periods
• Participate in the life of the middle and/or upper school by serving as an advisor and/or club sponsor as necessary
• Participate in all staff meetings, assemblies, and other required school functions, including occasional evening or weekend events
• Work constructively with parents and colleagues
• Inform parents and Division Director of students’ progress through interims, written reports and conferences
• Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities, and participate in the faculty evaluation process
• Assume other duties as assigned

Successful candidates will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry Biology, secondary education, or related discipline required; advanced degree and previous experience teaching upper school Chemistry and/or Biology preferred
• Proficiency in the use of classroom technology: Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Blackbaud
• Ability to engage students in meaningful classroom activities; excellent classroom management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with all members of the School community
• Willingness and ability to work occasional evenings for meetings, conferences, or school activities as required
• Demonstrate cultural competency and skills engaging with and learning from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

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
• As a condition of employment, all employees who are employed with the school are required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and able to provide proof of such vaccination. To make an application for a medical or religious exemption, please contact the human resources department.

The position specifications described here are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.