Middle School Science Teacher

SCHOOL / DEPT: Middle School

REPORTS TO: Middle School Principal

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Dec 31, 2025

INTERNAL APPLICATION DEADLINE: Oct 27, 2025

At ISB, We All Belong

ISB is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals feel they belong, are seen, valued, and heard. We embrace diversity as a source of strength and are enriched through our differences. We are committed to equitable treatment for all, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, background, identity, orientation, or ability.

We seek employees who are committed to cultivating a sense of belonging, ensuring that everyone at ISB feels safe, respected, and treated fairly.

Our Mission

We are an inspiring international community in Beijing where thinkers and leaders find their place in the world and serve others. So that learning is at its best, we build strong relationships and set high expectations together. We are committed to challenging and joyful learning with the freedom to explore.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Middle School Science Teacher is a member of the Science teaching team in the Middle School (MS) and an active teacher in the MS Mentoring and Electives programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Science program details

Teach MS Science classes in Grade 6, 7, and/or 8, ensuring robust coverage of the NGSS standards, using Open SciEd as a primary resource

Collaborate with the Science department, administration, and Office of Learning to maintain an articulated curriculum

Teaching practice

Teach MS Science classes, ensuring robust coverage of both NGSS standards.

Provide deep, integrated learning opportunities that support the development of character, skills, and conceptual knowledge

Incorporate active learning where students are engaged directly in analyzing, designing, and testing skills and practices

Implement evidence-based best practices, including Tier 1 supports and differentiation to meet needs of all learners

Teach and assess Middle School students using a standards-based curriculum

Co-plan and Co-teach with support teachers

Co-plan and Co-teach with support teachers and a homeroom / Mentoring partner

Use positive approaches to student behavior management, effectively approaching student misbehaviors as learning opportunities

Support school culture and be an advocate for positive “Dragon Spirit”

Support whole child development as a MS Mentoring (Advisory) teacher, including collaboratively running Homeroom and participating in school Experiential Learning trips

Schoolwide practice

Ensure approach with students, colleagues, and the community reflects and supports multiple forms of diversity

Support schoolwide collaboration through formal and informal engagement with others, sharing ideas and strategies, and participating in school development efforts

Collaborate with the Science department, administration, and Office of Learning to maintain an articulated curriculum and strong pedagogy

Lead or be involved in school events, and lead/support co-curricular programming

Professional practice

Take ownership for own professional development: set goals, take action and grow as an educator with the goal of improved student outcomes

Engage in professional reflection based on data, to think about, receive input on, and make changes to own practice

Proactively involve parents in their child’s education, including regular communications focusing both on the class curriculum and student progress

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Minimum of a bachelor's degree

Current, relevant teaching certification/licensure

Minimum of five years of successful full-time teaching experience as a Science teacher, with experience teaching at the Middle School level

Experience with NGSS and Open SciEd are strongly preferred

Full proficiency in the English language

Dedication to the Mission, Vision and Core Values of ISB

Genuine interest in supporting Middle School students, and a deep knowledge of the unique needs of this age group

Motivated to seek and implement innovative and effective research informed teaching practices and learning approaches

An aptitude for building and maintaining positive relationships with students, educators, parents, and others

Comfortable working with staff from different cultures and having the capacity to educate students for global competence through developmentally appropriate engagement

Demonstrated commitment to DEIJ and supporting our international community

Familiarity with Microsoft 365 digital suite preferred

Resilience, positivity, and a growth mindset toward resolving problems

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Cover Letter

CV

Teaching video link: Applicants are strongly encouraged to prepare a teaching video that showcases instructional abilities in their subject area. (Please note that if selected for an interview, we may request the video at a later stage.)

References: We require contact information for three confidential references, with at least two being supervisory references from your current or previous employment.