Job Description
As the International School of Texas (IST) continues to grow, we announce our search for a full-time Secondary Science Teacher to begin duties in August 2025. This position’s primary responsibility will be to teach Science to International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Program (MYP) and Diploma Program (DP) students.
IST is a vibrant educational community of globally-minded learners and leaders, featuring the following benefits and attributes:
- Certified International Baccalaureate World School
- Generous and competitive salaries & benefits
- Small & supportive working environment
- Focus on authentic engagement and learning
- Great team of talented educators and staff members
- New, state of the art campus
- Secular private school community experiencing exciting growth
- Engaging Professional Development, including IB training
IST students become lifelong learners as they progress through the MYP/DP, learning in a collaborative and inquiry-based environment. It is our mission to nurture curious students who take an inquiring perspective about the world and are inspired to continue learning, growing, and taking action for the stewardship of our planet.
The primary responsibility of this position is to teach Science to middle school and high school students, ensure student engagement and maintain curriculum alignment across grades 6-12. Preference will be given to teachers with experience teaching in an International Baccalaureate School.
REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The Science Teacher must have experience teaching in the middle and/or high school years. The successful candidate should have a strong belief in progressive education and have experience integrating curriculum with authentic, inquiry-based or project-based learning. This position requires an openness to new technology platforms and their integration into all aspects of the classroom.
In addition to teaching responsibilities, IST faculty have the opportunity to lead in a variety of extracurricular and club activities that enrich the IST experience. From soccer and art clubs to robotics and cross-country, IST Trailblazers take their learning outside of the classroom through their participation in clubs and teams that enrich their bodies and minds.
IST is an independent, not for profit, secular private school. IST seeks applications from candidates who will promote IST’s commitment to global citizenship and lifelong learning and have a demonstrated gift for engaging a diverse student body and strengthening IST’s community.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s Degree or higher in a related field with an increased stipend rewarded
- Five plus years of teaching experience.
- Two plus years of International Baccalaureate MYP and/or DP teaching experience in science. (DP experience preferred)
- Pedagogical best practices integrated with SEL/Mindfulness.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Pay: $55,000--$75,000 per year, dependent on experience.
International School of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides outstanding benefits and opportunities including:
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits
- Professional Development
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year, dependent on experience.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
* Private school
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Master's (Required)
Experience:
* Teaching: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Austin, TX 78738: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Relocation, Monday to Friday,