Job Description:
Houston Academy is a premier independent, college preparatory school located in Dothan, AL.
Houston Academy is searching for an Upper School Science teacher (beginning in the 2026-27
school year) to teach Anatomy & Physiology Honors and Biology. The ideal applicant will
possess the following:
● A master’s degree, preferably in a related field or measurable mastery of the subject
area.
● Strong leadership skills.
● A strong commitment to students and their learning.
● Experience teaching and/or a willingness to teach upper school students Science.
● Experience teaching advanced science curriculum.
● Ability to use and integrate technology within the classroom.
● Ability to implement labs and hands-on learning experiences within the classroom.
● The personality traits of enthusiasm, creativity, imagination, and a strong desire/ability to
collaborate within the Science Dept. and across content areas.
● An inspiring, innovative, and charismatic teaching style.
Science Teacher Job Duties:
● Teach Upper School Science courses (5-6 sections).
● Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of
instruction.
● Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with
colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
● Select and obtain instructional resources and lab supplies.
● Attend professional development opportunities .
● Participate in campus and community events.
● Sponsor an extracurricular activity such as a service club or team.
Salary will be commensurate with degree level and teaching experience.
Houston Academy is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools, the
Southern Association of Independent Schools, and the Alabama Association of Independent
Schools.
Houston Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It strives to provide equal employment
opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex,
religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, handicap or disability in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. It is the intent and resolve of Houston Academy to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but
not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, compensation and training.
If interested in this position, please email your vitae, list of references, and a
personal/educational statement to Mr. Craig Selig at [email protected]. For more
information, please visit our website at www.houstonacademy.com and our Facebook page.
