Middle School Science Teacher - Bosque School

MIDDLE SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHER

FULL-TIME, EXEMPT

THIS IS THE JOB FOR YOU IF YOU…

-Are excited by field-centered science and want to take learning beyond the classroom into forests, rivers, and local ecosystems.

-Have a background or strong interest in field biology or environmental science and enjoy designing hands-on, research-based learning experiences.

-Value inquiry-driven teaching, where students learn by collecting data, asking meaningful questions, and engaging directly with the natural world.

-Enjoy working with middle school students and understand the developmental importance of curiosity, exploration, and relationship-based learning.

-Thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven school community grounded in learning from place.

Bosque School, a co-ed independent day school in Albuquerque, New Mexico, seeks a science teacher to begin in August 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator with a strong background in field biology to teach 7th grade science. The role is firmly grounded in field-based learning and includes coordinating and leading field research trips for all seventh graders as an integral part of the middle school learning experience. The ideal candidate will be an experienced and innovative teacher who loves to take students out into the forest, rivers, and other natural areas so students can collect data and do hands-on science, all aimed at developing students' understanding and application of science knowledge and concepts.

Depending on the expertise of the selected candidate, this position may include additional responsibilities such as teaching a section of Upper School science, Wildlife and Conservation Biology, which includes coordinating and leading field research trips for students, or contributing to the enhancement of student field science experiences at Bosque School, particularly in the Middle School and/or through the CEBRIN Field and Community Science program (CEBRIN FCS), including helping to host visiting K–12 students from other schools in field research and environmental education activities on and adjacent to the Bosque School campus.

Bosque School offers a collaborative teaching environment with cross-disciplinary, inquiry-based learning opportunities. In keeping with Bosque School’s mission and values, we seek a teacher who approaches the study of science in ways that promote inquiry, curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking while building strong relationships within the community and manifesting a deep understanding and appreciation of adolescent learners. At Bosque School, we value a student-centered approach to learning and engage students in solving real-world problems. We recognize that when student tasks are grounded in insightful questioning, risk-taking, practicing core skills, and learning from mistakes, students build capacity, resilience, understanding, and mastery in the science classroom and beyond. Moreover, teaching students how to learn, practice, persevere, and work in a collaborative environment gives them the tools needed to succeed in today’s world and in the future. Thus, our science department is continually working to refine and implement an outstanding, rigorous, and holistic science curriculum.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Curriculum

-Teach three sections of 7th grade middle school science using a hands-on, inquiry-based, spiraling curriculum.

-Create a challenging, student-centered learning environment that is safe and nurturing for all students.

-Coordinate and lead field research experiences for all 7th grade students near campus and at locations within two to three hours of Albuquerque.

-Teach a fourth section of upper school Wildlife and Conservation Biology or contribute to the CEBRIN FCS program, depending on background and expertise.

-Plan and collaborate on an end-of-year, three-week immersive course.

Student Support & Advising

-Serve as a faculty advisor for approximately 12–14 middle school students.

-Provide extra help for students, including being available to meet with them during office hours/advisory/non-teaching periods.

-Actively support and stay current on the needs of and changes to formal Bosque School student learning and medical/mental health plans. Work in collaboration with the Student Support Team, which could include the learning specialist, nurse, counselors, deans, and division heads to integrate student accommodations into the classroom.

-Demonstrate a deep understanding, care, and appreciation for middle school students.

Communication & Professional Responsibilities

-Communicate proactively with parents/guardians regarding student progress and concerns, following divisional guidelines.

-Participate in parent/guardian conferences and school programs.

-Provide students with thoughtful and timely formative and summative feedback in line with the school, divisional, and departmental assessment expectations. Prepare and enter grades, comments, and grade reports in accordance with school and divisional policies.

-Collaborate closely with science department colleagues, grade-level teams, and administrators.

-Attend and participate professionally in staffulty, department, and grade-level meetings.

-Engage enthusiastically in Bosque School’s professional development program.

-Model a growth mindset and openness to feedback.

-Demonstrate a commitment to working with culturally diverse students, families, and colleagues and contributing to building and maintaining an inclusive community.

QUALIFICATIONS

-Bachelor’s degree required

-Three years of teaching experience (middle and upper school preferred) and motivation to work with adolescents and teenagers (11 - 18 years old)

-Experience leading teams of teachers at the grade level or department is a plus.

-Experience in innovative and student-centered curriculum design

-Demonstrated cultural competence concerning both curriculum and pedagogy

-Background and education in physical science, life science, earth science, or related field

-An understanding of standards-based assessment is a plus.

-Experience or interest in integrating with Bosque School’s STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine) curriculum would be a benefit.

-Passion and skill to contribute positively to an educational environment that supports a lifelong love of learning

-Well-organized with excellent communication (oral, written, presentation skills) and interpersonal skills

-Discretion and respect for confidentiality

-Impeccable professionalism at all times

-Commitment to Bosque School’s mission, core values, and Equity, Community, and Culture Principles and Best Practices, and the creation of a progressive, student-centered, inquiry-based educational model.

WHO WE ARE

Bosque School, founded in 1994, is a non-profit, co-educational independent school serving approximately 350 students in grades 6-12, located in sunny, culturally dynamic, and affordable Albuquerque, New Mexico. Our mission is to create transformative learning experiences that empower a diverse community of students to lead lives of intellectual curiosity, personal integrity, and compassionate contribution to a more just world. We manifest our mission through our core values of inspiring academic excellence, cultivating community, fostering integrity, and learning from place. Our dynamic, immersive, interdisciplinary learning environment challenges each student to think critically, creatively approach problems, and collaborate effectively with cultural competence. Bosque School has been voted the best private school in Albuquerque for multiple years running by the Albuquerque Journal Readers’ Choice Awards. Click here to experience a virtual tour of Bosque School. For out-of-state candidates, you can access information about relocating to Albuquerque on our employment page.

PLEASE VISIT BOSQUESCHOOL.ORG TO APPLY. SALARY IS BASED ON YEARS OF EXPERIENCE.

NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Bosque School is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and recognition of individuals based on their ability and job-related qualifications and without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable federal, state, or local law.  We actively seek diversity among faculty and administration as well as among students. The school complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application/interview process are requested to contact the School in order to arrange such accommodation.