We're seeking a passionate Life Sciences educator to join our Upper School faculty at Fort Bend Christian Academy for the 2025-26 academic year. The ideal candidate will create engaging learning environments that foster critical thinking and deep conceptual understanding. Courses may include but are not limited to Honors Anatomy & Physiology and AP Biology.

What Makes You an Ideal Candidate:

• A demonstrated ability to teach high school science
• Experience creating rich classroom environments
• A passion for making upper level science accessible and engaging for all learners
• Bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, kinesiology or related field required; Master's degree preferred
• Experience teaching high school or college science is preferred, and AP teaching experience will be considered a bonus
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of professional, timely communication with students and parents
• A service-oriented mindset focused on supporting student success
• Coaching experience or the willingness to coach a sport will be considered a bonus

What You'll Do:

• Create engaging, hands-on laboratory experiences that bring scientific concepts to life
• Design opportunities for student discovery through inquiry-based learning
• Foster scientific reasoning and analytical thinking skills
• Integrate Biblical perspectives thoughtfully into science instruction
• Support student growth through additional help during office hours

Who You Are:

• A mature Christian who actively participates in church community
• An educator who believes in nurturing the whole student
• A creative teacher who makes reading, writing, grammar and research come alive
• Someone who thrives in building relationships with diverse learners
• A lifelong learner committed to professional growth
• An enthusiastic contributor to school life beyond the classroom

Our Christian Community:

• Supports the school's Statement of Faith and Declaration of Values
• Models Characteristics of Professional Excellence
• Maintains a Biblically-centered philosophy of education
• Embraces serving diverse students and families

Professional Skills:

• Strong science presentation and explanation abilities
• Lab safety management experience
• Excellent organizational and classroom management skills
• Experience with innovative teaching methods
• Ability to work effectively under pressure

Beyond the Classroom:

• Mentor students and support extracurricular activities
• Participate in school events and community building
• Engage in professional development
• Support the mission and values of Fort Bend Christian Academy