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Upper School Science Teacher: Biology

St. Andrew's Episcopal School seeks an Upper School Biology teacher to begin August 17, 2026.
POST DATE:  June 1, 2026

POSITION:
  • Title: Upper School Science Teacher: Biology
  • Location: 8804 Postoak Road, Potomac, MD 20854
  • Type: 10-month, Full-Time, Exempt
  • Department: Faculty
  • Reports to: Head of Science Department
  • Start date: August 17, 2026

ABOUT US:  The mission of St. Andrew's Episcopal School is to know and inspire each child in an inclusive community dedicated to exceptional teaching, learning, and service. Founded in 1978, St. Andrew’s is a premier co-educational independent day school located in Potomac, MD, enrolling approximately 730 students in preschool through grade 12. St. Andrew’s faculty and staff uphold a powerfully innovative, positive culture that challenges and supports one of the most broadly diverse student bodies in greater Washington. The school seeks growth-minded, highly motivated, and collaborative faculty and staff who will continue the school’s growth and focus on developing each student’s full potential.

POSITION SUMMARY: This full-time position involves teaching 4 sections of upper school science, including Honors Biology, Neuroscience (if possible), and advising a group of upper school students. Knowledge of teaching lab science with a student-centered approach is required. There are also opportunities to coach sports and/or internal clubs in addition to teaching/advising.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Compliance & Community Commitment:
    • Abides by St. Andrew’s Episcopal School’s Employee Handbook
    • Commits to the school’s mission, core values, statement of diversity, equity, and belonging, and community norms for discourse
  • Teach 4 sections of upper school lab science
  • Advisor to a group of upper school students

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Required:
    • B.S. in Biology, Engineering, Education, or a similar field
    • Knowledge of teaching lab science with a student-centered approach
    • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with fellow teachers and administrators
    • Skilled at integrating technology as a tool to advance student learning
  • Preferred:
    • Previous experience teaching Biology
    • Knowledge of computer science and/or Robotics
    • Willingness to coach a team sport or Robotics

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Moving between various classroom and lab spaces
  • Regular physical activity, including demonstrating lab procedures, moving lab materials
  • Exposure to chemicals used in biology classrooms

HOW TO APPLY: Email resume, letter of interest, and three references to David Brown, Associate Head of School, at employment@saes.org

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience.
  • Minimum Annual Salary: $65,000
  • Maximum Annual Salary: $110,000
  • Other compensation: Stipends available for coaching or other additional duties

BENEFITS: Click here to explore our robust benefits package, including health insurance, retirement match, and professional development opportunities.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a fair and merit-based workplace where every employee feels valued and respected. We make all employment decisions—including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and benefits—based on an individual's ability and job-related qualifications. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal School is a private, coeducational college preparatory day school for students in preschool (Age 2) through grade 12, located in Potomac, Maryland.