RISE Academy 2025-2026 School Year Chemistry / AP Chemistry Teacher

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $24-$38 / hour DOE

About RISE Education System

RISE Academy is a subsidiary of RISE Education System, a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Cognia. Our mission is to promote the holistic development of the child through an authentic and experiential learning experience, grounded in the principles of faith, family, and community. At RISE Academy, we strive to develop the whole childacademically, emotionally, spiritually, and sociallypreparing students to become God-conscious, professionally excellent, and civically responsible leaders.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Chemistry / AP Chemistry Teacher to join our growing faculty.

Job Expectations

• Shared Vision: Embrace and promote the schools vision of excellence for all students and a deep commitment to their academic and character development.
• Culture of Excellence: Foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive classroom culture where students are engaged, challenged, and excited to learn.
• Teaching and Learning: Design and deliver rigorous and engaging Chemistry and AP Chemistry instruction that is aligned to school standards and college-readiness benchmarks.
• Data & Assessment: Use data to differentiate instruction and ensure all students are progressing toward mastery in both conceptual and applied physics.
• Innovation: Incorporate hands-on, inquiry-based learning and integrate technology and STEAAM principles to cultivate a deeper understanding of physics.
• Professional Growth: Demonstrate a growth mindset by participating in ongoing professional development and contributing to a collaborative learning community.
• Community Outreach: Maintain open and proactive communication with families, and participate in school-wide events and community-building initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing and delivering standards-aligned chemistry curriculum, including laboratory components, that align with national standards and RISEs instructional goals.
• Modifying instruction to accommodate different learning styles and abilities, including students with IEPs.
• Creating meaningful lab and inquiry-based learning experiences that deepen conceptual understanding.
• Assessing student progress through a variety of formal and informal methods and providing timely feedback and support.
• Maintaining a positive, structured, and respectful classroom environment conducive to learning and student development.
• Collaborating with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects, student support, and school-wide initiatives.
• Participating in professional development, faculty meetings, and curriculum planning.
• Upholding the schools values in classroom instruction and interpersonal interactions.
• Supporting extracurricular activities and other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Qualities

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Science Education, or a related field.
• Strong classroom management and lesson planning skills.
• Competency in using lab equipment, technology, and safety protocols in a high school chemistry setting.
• Familiarity with educational tools such as Google Classroom, lab simulation software, and data tracking tools.
  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Experience or ability to differentiate instruction and support students with varying needs.
• Deep content knowledge in Chemistry

Preferred Skills/Qualities

• Masters degree in Chemistry, Science Education, or a related field.
• 2+ years of high school Chemistry or AP Chemistry teaching experience.
• Background in designing lab-based, inquiry-driven instruction.
  
• Experience with College Board AP Chemistry curriculum and exam preparation.
• Valid teaching credential (preferred but not required).

Compensation
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, credentials, and academic background.

Join a team that nurtures minds, hearts, and souls. Apply today to help shape the next generation of compassionate scholars and leaders.