Dobbs Ferry, New York
Posted: 15-Jul-25
Location: Dobbs Ferry, New York
Type: Full Time
Title: Upper School Science Teacher: Biology
Reports to: Science Department Chair
Status: Exempt, Full-Time Benefits Eligible, Academic Year
Start Date: August 14, 2025
Salary Range: $67,000 -$88,000
ABOUT MASTERS:
The Masters School (www.mastersny.org) is a premier, independent day and boarding school that engages 5th – 12th grade students with a challenging academic program in a welcoming learning environment. Located on 96 picturesque acres overlooking the Hudson River, The Masters School community takes advantage of both its access to the tri-state area and its proximity to the rich cultural and educational magnet that is New York City. Students benefit from the resources, diversity and activities of Masters 7-day campus and accessible, talented faculty and staff. From our exceptional academics and outstanding visual and performing arts program to our championship athletic teams, the Masters learning experience prepares students for success in college, career and life.
MISSION AND BELIEFS STATEMENT:
The Masters School celebrates active participation, deep understanding, and meaningful connection. A community of diverse individuals, we gather to learn, to strive, to dare, to do – to be a power for good in the world.
In addition, The Masters School seeks employees committed to the work of advancing equity in the school community and beyond. A community of diverse individuals, we celebrate both our differences and our similarities, and we embrace a broad definition of diversity that includes but is not limited to age, race, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, sexual identity and socioeconomic status. Masters seeks diverse candidates to serve our student body, and we expect all employees to engage in the work of inclusion as an important aspect of working in a school setting.
SUMMARY:
The Science Department seeks a full-time Upper School biology teacher. Candidates must be flexible and collaborative in their planning, teaching, and assessing. The Masters School uses the Harkness method to maintain an atmosphere of collaboration to build knowledge and learn from one another. This role offers the right candidate an opportunity to teach four sections and to work with a dynamic team of science teachers within the larger 5-12th grade department. The ideal candidate is passionate about teaching and is eager to support Upper School students in learning how to take an active role in their own learning. We are looking for a science educator who has the ability to design and implement creative inquiry-based experiments and lessons that will facilitate student learning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Teach ninth grade Environmental Biology (flexibility to teach other subjects is highly preferred)
- Successfully engage and develop students’ interest and enthusiasm for the subject matter.
- Attend departmental and divisional meetings, as well as all school events.
- Participate in the life of the Upper School by attending full group activities (morning meetings, student presentations and performances and culminating events).
- Serve as an advisor to a group of students after the first year of teaching.
- Proctor Study Hall and participate in non-teaching responsibilities, such as advising a club, coaching, or leading a co-curricular after school.
Qualifications:
- Understanding of and desire to work with Upper School students.
- Ability and flexibility to teach courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science and/or physics preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion and a high degree of cultural competency.
- Proven ability to communicate with students, parents and colleagues to build community and support student learning, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Energy, enthusiasm and curiosity – willingness to be a fellow learner with students.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and to work independently.
- Interest in and aptitude for building new programs/classes/learning experiences.
- Bachelor’s degree in science or related field required, Masters preferred.
- At least three years of teaching experience is preferred.
HOW TO APPLY:
To apply, please submit a letter of interest, explaining why you would succeed in this position, resume, and three references via email to facultycareers@mastersny.org (Adobe® PDF format preferred) and include “Upper School Biology” in the subject line.
This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.
BACKGROUND SCREENING:
The Masters School conducts background checks and fingerprint screening on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and uses a third-party administrator to conduct background checks/fingerprint screening. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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The Masters School is an equal opportunity employer. It has been and will continue to be the policy of Masters to be fair and impartial in all of its relations with its employees. Our employment decisions are made solely on an individual’s ability to perform the job. In accordance with federal, New York State, and Westchester County law, Masters does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived differences, including those based on race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, familial status, gender and gender identity, pregnancy, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation and disability, sexual and reproductive health decisions, or toward victims or those perceived to be victims of domestic violence, sexual abuse or stalking, as well as any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws. For the purpose of addressing sexual and reproductive health decisions, the Masters School will not access an employee’s personal information regarding his or her reproductive health decisions without written consent and in accordance with applicable law. Retaliation based on any of the above protected characteristics is absolutely prohibited.
All the information you provide during the hiring process is true and accurate. You also agree to comply with post-hiring conditions as explained in the employee handbook, if employment is secured.
In addition, all employees are required to abide by and support our students in following all of the health and safety protocols we have in place.