Science: Biology Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

Reports to: Science Group Leader

Start Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: March 31st, 2026

AIS CORE VALUES BASED COMPETENCIES

• Commitment to Growth – Engages in continuous personal development.
• Collaborative Teamwork – Builds strong, supportive relationships.
• Adaptability – Remains open and flexible to change.
• Inclusivity – Actively seeks and embraces diverse perspectives.
• Empathy – Shows compassion and understanding towards others.
• Intercultural Communication – Communicates effectively across cultural boundaries.
• Bias Awareness – Recognizes and addresses personal biases.
• Task Prioritization – Manages time and responsibilities efficiently.
• Accountability – Takes responsibility for actions and outcomes.
• Constructive Conflict Resolution – Resolves conflicts in a restorative way.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a Secondary School teacher, your role will be essential in fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and inquiry-oriented learning environment. A passion for working with adolescents, a flexible mindset, and a dedication to collaboration are crucial. Key responsibilities include:

• Design and Deliver Engaging Learning Experiences
  • Align teaching strategies with AIS’s Teaching Standards, Learning Principles, and Definition of High Quality Learning and Teaching.
  • Develop inquiry-driven lessons that promote critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and intercultural understanding.
  • Incorporate students' interests, identities, and voices while modifying instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
  • Support students in cultivating the attributes of the IB Learner Profile and applying their learning to real-world contexts.
• Foster an Inclusive and Supportive Classroom Environment
  • Create a classroom culture based on belonging, respect, and high expectations.
  • Use culturally responsive and restorative practices to build strong relationships and maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Encourage collaboration, empathy, and shared responsibility among students.
• Support Student Well-being and Advisory
  • Serve as an advisor for a group of students, aiding their academic progress, personal well-being, and growth.
  • Participate in the annual week-long Eagles Learning Experience (ELE) program to facilitate experiential learning through local or overnight excursions.
  • Lead or support an extracurricular activity, club, or athletic team to promote student engagement and community spirit.
• Implement Effective Assessment Practices
  • Utilize a range of formative and summative assessments aligned with IB frameworks and AIS standards.
  • Provide timely, specific feedback that fosters growth and self-reflection.
  • Clearly communicate student progress using approved school platforms and reporting methods.
• Mentor Students in Major IB and AIS Pathway Projects
  • Assist students with MYP Personal Projects, DP Extended Essays, CP Reflective Projects, or AIS Impact Diploma capstones, as assigned.
  • Support students in research, inquiry, academic integrity, and goal setting.
• Collaborate Across Schools and Pathways
  • Work closely with colleagues from the Buckhead and Sandy Springs campuses to ensure curricular coherence from Grades 6 to 12.
  • Collaborate 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 that align with IB programs, AIS’s Continuous Improvement Goals, and your own professional development objectives.
  • Reflect on and refine teaching practices through coaching, feedback, and collaboration.
  • Uphold AIS Professional Standards in communication, teamwork, accountability, and integrity.

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.