26-27 Hiring: Leave Replacement Science Research Teacher - High School

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Science - General
Date Posted:
6/18/2026
Location:
Horace Greeley HS
Date Available:
09/08/2026
Closing Date:
07/02/2026
The Chappaqua Central School District is a community of six schools serving 3500 students in Westchester County. We are seeking excellent educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic, supportive relationships with students. We are committed to hiring an inclusive teaching staff to create warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming schools.
Chappaqua CSD is looking for a thoughtful and knowledgeable educator to serve in the anticipated leave replacement position of Science Research Teacher beginning September 8, 2026 through December 15, 2026.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Prior experience as a high school science teacher with experience teaching Science Research.
• Experience working with students, both in the whole group and 1:1 settings, to identify and develop a focus for an ongoing science research study.
• Candidate should be proficient in project-based learning, flexible spaces and differentiation of instruction.
• Communicate with science research organizations and committees, such as The Westchester Science & Engineering Fair.
• Flexibility to meet with the research mentors of the science research students (including summer months).
• Have a deep understanding of high school science research competitions (organizing student competitions, raising funds, recruiting judges for events, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of NYS Science Learning Standards with an emphasis on skill development through a study of biology, chemistry, and/or physics.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon various data points, student learning styles and brain based research.
• Committed to student-centered and student-driven learning experiences with opportunities for student voice and choice.
• Candidates will be encouraged to contribute to the vision of our STEAM initiative and our SEL work (knowledge of RULER is a plus).
• Willing and able to work in a collaborative teaching environment, including co-teaching and interdisciplinary planning.
• Ability to work productively and collaboratively with the faculty and student body.
• Facilitates coaching throughout the entire research process from research plan to presenting their findings in both written and oral presentations.
• Continues to engage in meaningful professional learning opportunities through readings, workshops, podcasts, conferences, and an active PLN.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within the department, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth; actively seeks professional learning opportunities.

Certification/License:

• New York State Certification as a Science Education Teacher Grades 7 - 12.