Biology Teacher - Upper School at The Overlake School

Description

The Overlake School—a thriving, future-focused independent school nestled in a green oasis in Redmond, WA—is hiring for a dynamic, relationship-driven Upper School Biology Teacher for a temporary leave replacement.
 

At Overlake, we're more than just a school. We are a bold community of learners and leaders, committed to shaping the future while honoring the values that have guided us since 1967. 

Leave Replacement: Full Time ASAP - January 2026

To apply for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent and must be able to pass a Washington State background check.

Salary: $61,987 - $118,388, Depending on Education and Experience

Position Summary

Overlake School is hiring a Leave Replacement Upper School Science Teacher for this current fall semester whose responsibilities will include teaching three sections of 9th grade biology and one section of anatomy and physiology. 

The ideal candidate has a minimum of three years of science teaching experience at the secondary school level, with an emphasis on biology, an advanced degree in science and/or education, and a passion for working with high school students. In addition, the successful candidate has worked collaboratively on curriculum and assessment and has a familiarity with the Next Generation Science Standards.   

The Overlake School's strategic vision is to develop its capacity to have equity and inclusion at the institution's heart in its teaching and learning. We seek educators who can carry cultural competence and teach for equity and justice as central to their instruction. 

Teaching Responsibilities and Duties

Teach three sections of the 9th grade biology course Life on Our Planet and one sections of the Anatomy and Physiology elective; and hold office hours three times a week. Teachers are also required to attend meetings with the department, the division, and the whole faculty. 

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Successful candidates are teachers who inspire students to love science and scientific inquiry.  Further, strong candidates must demonstrate the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in science education or a related field  
• Relevant teaching experience 
• Computer literacy and technological proficiency, with interest in incorporating technology into the classroom 
• A desire to put cultural competency at the heart of their pedagogy and skill at working with a diverse population in an inclusive and equitable community 
• Belief in the critical importance of diversity in the life of the school and excitement about working to build and maintain a classroom that honors diversity of opinion and practice 
• Commitment to modeling and exhibiting high standards of scholarship 
• Capacity to communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues 
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues within and outside of the department and grade-level teams 

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Equal Employment Opportunity

At The Overlake School, we celebrate diversity as essential to fostering curiosity, compassion, and the full potential of every student and community member. We strive to ensure that every employee feels welcomed and valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. From our hiring practices, performance reviews, raise decisions, and opportunities for promotions, The Overlake School follows consistent and fair practices to ensure all employees and potential employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement based on merit, and are not discriminated against because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or on any other legally protected basis in the administration of its educational policies, financial aid, employment, and other school-administered programs. Our Human Resources department works with employees to make reasonable accommodations for those that require assistance in being able to participate in the interview process or meet the requirements of their position.

Background Check Policy

The Overlake School conducts background checks for employees after the conditional offer of employment is accepted, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be asked to authorize these screenings and results will be reviewed by a designated HR representative.

The Overlake School reserves the right to modify this policy at any time without notice.