Science: Biology Teacher
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed8 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
FLSA: Exempt
Reports to: Science Group Leader
Start Date: August 2026
Application Deadline: March 31st 2026
AIS CORE VALUES BASED COMPETENCIES
• Commitment to Growth – Pursues ongoing personal development.
• Collaborative Teamwork – Fosters strong, supportive connections.
• Adaptability – Remains flexible and open to change.
• Inclusivity – Actively engages and welcomes diverse viewpoints.
• Empathy – Demonstrates compassion and understanding towards others.
• Intercultural Communication – Effectively communicates across cultural boundaries.
• Bias Awareness – Identifies and addresses personal biases.
• Task Prioritization – Efficiently manages time and responsibilities.
• Accountability – Accepts responsibility for actions and results.
• Constructive Conflict Resolution – Addresses conflicts in a restorative manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Secondary School teacher, you will play a key role in creating a dynamic, inclusive, and inquiry-based learning atmosphere. A love for working with adolescents, a flexible attitude, and a commitment to teamwork are vital. Primary duties include:
• Design and Deliver Engaging Learning Experiences
• Align teaching methods with AIS’s Teaching Standards, Learning Principles, and Definition of High Quality Learning and Teaching.
• Create inquiry-driven lessons to foster critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and intercultural awareness.
• Integrate student interests, identity, and voice while adapting instruction to cater to varied learning needs.
• Assist students in developing attributes of the IB Learner Profile and applying their learning in real-world situations.
• Foster an Inclusive and Supportive Classroom Environment
• Establish a classroom culture rooted in belonging, respect, and high expectations.
• Utilize culturally responsive and restorative practices to cultivate strong relationships and uphold a positive learning space.
• Promote collaboration, empathy, and shared accountability among students.
• Support Student Well-being and Advisory
• Act as an advisor to a group of students, supporting their academic progress, personal well-being, and growth.
• Engage in the annual week-long Eagles Learning Experience (ELE) program to support experiential learning through local or overnight excursions.
• Lead or assist with an extracurricular activity, club, or athletic team to enhance student involvement and community spirit.
• Implement Effective Assessment Practices
• Employ a diverse array of formative and summative assessments in line with IB frameworks and AIS standards.
• Deliver timely, specific feedback that encourages growth and self-reflection.
• Clearly communicate student progress using approved school platforms and reporting methods.
• Mentor Students in Major IB and AIS Pathway Projects
• Guide students through MYP Personal Projects, DP Extended Essays, CP Reflective Projects, or AIS Impact Diploma capstones, as assigned.
• Assist students in research, inquiry, academic integrity, and goal setting.
• Collaborate Across Schools and Pathways
• Partner closely with colleagues across the Buckhead and Sandy Springs campuses to ensure curricular consistency from Grades 6 to 12.
• Work with Group and Subject Leaders, IB Coordinators, Heads of Year, and student support teams to establish shared learning expectations and experiences.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary planning and the integration of AIS pathways, including DP, CP, AISx, and the AIS Impact Diploma.
• Engage in Professional Learning and Continuous Improvement
• Participate in professional development opportunities aligned with IB programs, AIS’s Continuous Improvement Goals, and your own personal development goals.
• Reflect on and enhance teaching practices through coaching, feedback, and collaboration.
• Exhibit AIS Professional Standards in communication, teamwork, accountability, and cross-cultural engagement.
• Support Holistic Student Development
• Assist students in building confidence, agency, and the ability to take meaningful action both locally and globally.
• Honor students’ linguistic, cultural, and personal identities as essential to their learning journey.
• Exemplify curiosity, integrity, and a dedication to service and global citizenship.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Educational Background & Professional Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent (Master’s degree preferred)
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in a science classroom.
• Relevant experience in the subject area and with adolescent learners.
Specialized Skills
• Familiarity with IB teaching or concept-based instruction (preferred); IB training will be provided if necessary.
• Relevant experience in the following areas to enhance learning and student engagement:
• Ability to create engaging lessons that develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, helping students become confident communicators.
• Ability to guide students in lab-based experimental learning.
• Ability to lead students in fieldwork and science-related experiential learning.
• Commitment to fostering inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments where students’ identities and experiences are respected.
• Willingness to learn AIS’s curriculum frameworks and assessment expectations; prior IB experience is an asset but not a requirement.
Additional Qualifications
• Dedication to cultivating an inclusive, dynamic classroom that accommodates diverse learning needs.
TO BE CONSIDERED
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials through our online career site https://www.aischool.org/our-school/careers: a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information (email and phone) for three professional references, including at least one supervisory reference, by the specified deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. We will reach out to candidates whose qualifications align most closely with our needs. Due to the high volume of applicants, we regret that we are unable to accept or return phone calls regarding employment.
EEO
AIS is an equal opportunity employer. Our community of professionals is diverse and reflects the demographics of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the broader United States. We strive to align our hiring practices with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified candidates will be given equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion or religious beliefs, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS actively supports its policy of employing and advancing all qualified applicants.
Reports to: Science Group Leader
Start Date: August 2026
Application Deadline: March 31st 2026
AIS CORE VALUES BASED COMPETENCIES
• Commitment to Growth – Pursues ongoing personal development.
• Collaborative Teamwork – Fosters strong, supportive connections.
• Adaptability – Remains flexible and open to change.
• Inclusivity – Actively engages and welcomes diverse viewpoints.
• Empathy – Demonstrates compassion and understanding towards others.
• Intercultural Communication – Effectively communicates across cultural boundaries.
• Bias Awareness – Identifies and addresses personal biases.
• Task Prioritization – Efficiently manages time and responsibilities.
• Accountability – Accepts responsibility for actions and results.
• Constructive Conflict Resolution – Addresses conflicts in a restorative manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Secondary School teacher, you will play a key role in creating a dynamic, inclusive, and inquiry-based learning atmosphere. A love for working with adolescents, a flexible attitude, and a commitment to teamwork are vital. Primary duties include:
• Design and Deliver Engaging Learning Experiences
• Align teaching methods with AIS’s Teaching Standards, Learning Principles, and Definition of High Quality Learning and Teaching.
• Create inquiry-driven lessons to foster critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and intercultural awareness.
• Integrate student interests, identity, and voice while adapting instruction to cater to varied learning needs.
• Assist students in developing attributes of the IB Learner Profile and applying their learning in real-world situations.
• Foster an Inclusive and Supportive Classroom Environment
• Establish a classroom culture rooted in belonging, respect, and high expectations.
• Utilize culturally responsive and restorative practices to cultivate strong relationships and uphold a positive learning space.
• Promote collaboration, empathy, and shared accountability among students.
• Support Student Well-being and Advisory
• Act as an advisor to a group of students, supporting their academic progress, personal well-being, and growth.
• Engage in the annual week-long Eagles Learning Experience (ELE) program to support experiential learning through local or overnight excursions.
• Lead or assist with an extracurricular activity, club, or athletic team to enhance student involvement and community spirit.
• Implement Effective Assessment Practices
• Employ a diverse array of formative and summative assessments in line with IB frameworks and AIS standards.
• Deliver timely, specific feedback that encourages growth and self-reflection.
• Clearly communicate student progress using approved school platforms and reporting methods.
• Mentor Students in Major IB and AIS Pathway Projects
• Guide students through MYP Personal Projects, DP Extended Essays, CP Reflective Projects, or AIS Impact Diploma capstones, as assigned.
• Assist students in research, inquiry, academic integrity, and goal setting.
• Collaborate Across Schools and Pathways
• Partner closely with colleagues across the Buckhead and Sandy Springs campuses to ensure curricular consistency from Grades 6 to 12.
• Work with Group and Subject Leaders, IB Coordinators, Heads of Year, and student support teams to establish shared learning expectations and experiences.
• Contribute to interdisciplinary planning and the integration of AIS pathways, including DP, CP, AISx, and the AIS Impact Diploma.
• Engage in Professional Learning and Continuous Improvement
• Participate in professional development opportunities aligned with IB programs, AIS’s Continuous Improvement Goals, and your own personal development goals.
• Reflect on and enhance teaching practices through coaching, feedback, and collaboration.
• Exhibit AIS Professional Standards in communication, teamwork, accountability, and cross-cultural engagement.
• Support Holistic Student Development
• Assist students in building confidence, agency, and the ability to take meaningful action both locally and globally.
• Honor students’ linguistic, cultural, and personal identities as essential to their learning journey.
• Exemplify curiosity, integrity, and a dedication to service and global citizenship.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Educational Background & Professional Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent (Master’s degree preferred)
• At least 2 years of teaching experience in a science classroom.
• Relevant experience in the subject area and with adolescent learners.
Specialized Skills
• Familiarity with IB teaching or concept-based instruction (preferred); IB training will be provided if necessary.
• Relevant experience in the following areas to enhance learning and student engagement:
• Ability to create engaging lessons that develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, helping students become confident communicators.
• Ability to guide students in lab-based experimental learning.
• Ability to lead students in fieldwork and science-related experiential learning.
• Commitment to fostering inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments where students’ identities and experiences are respected.
• Willingness to learn AIS’s curriculum frameworks and assessment expectations; prior IB experience is an asset but not a requirement.
Additional Qualifications
• Dedication to cultivating an inclusive, dynamic classroom that accommodates diverse learning needs.
TO BE CONSIDERED
To apply for this position, please submit the following materials through our online career site https://www.aischool.org/our-school/careers: a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information (email and phone) for three professional references, including at least one supervisory reference, by the specified deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. We will reach out to candidates whose qualifications align most closely with our needs. Due to the high volume of applicants, we regret that we are unable to accept or return phone calls regarding employment.
EEO
AIS is an equal opportunity employer. Our community of professionals is diverse and reflects the demographics of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the broader United States. We strive to align our hiring practices with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified candidates will be given equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion or religious beliefs, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal laws. AIS actively supports its policy of employing and advancing all qualified applicants.