Upper School Science Teacher (Spring Semester Leave replacement)

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

St. Paul Academy and Summit School seeks candidates for the position of Upper School Science Teacher , one semester leave replacement for Spring (early January-early June) 2026 .

About St. Paul Academy and Summit School :

St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory day school serving more than 920 students in kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving Grades K-5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 6-12 on our Randolph Campus. The school draws students from St. Paul, Minneapolis, and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.

Our mission— shaping the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world —is a promise to our students and our families, and it pushes us to be thoughtful about everything we do. It inspires us to be our best and reminds us that we have the responsibility to respect the unique potential in every child. Our mission gives us purpose and represents our greatest aspirations and values. But most of all, it reflects our deep belief in the talents and capabilities of our students.

For additional information about the school’s curriculum, community, and culture, please visit our website at www.spa.edu.

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About the Upper School :

The Upper School is home to students in Grades 9-12 and is characterized by advanced inquiry, lively discussion, deep engagement with topics, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Students develop the habits and relationships that will carry them through high school and into the world of college and beyond. The Upper School's rigorous academic curriculum and seminar-based learning model is complemented by a network of support that includes teachers, advisors, college counselors, and resources for both academic and social / emotional well-being.

For more information about the Upper School, please visit the Upper School section of our website.

Position Begins : January 2026

Status : Full-time, Exempt, Long-Term Substitute

Department : Instructional Faculty, Upper School

Salary Range : $22,500 - $29,115

Benefits :

Benefits are prorated and include a comprehensive health insurance plan through HealthPartners, Nice healthcare (a free virtual and in-person health plan), dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and free lunch during the school year. The retirement plan is through TIAA and has a generous matching contribution. The School offers a robust program of professional development, career growth, and leadership opportunities. A sabbatical program is also available. Tuition remission is also available for children of employees as well as complimentary before and after-school care.

Position Summary :

This is a one-semester, full-time appointment open to applicants with the knowledge, experience, and desire to teach science, including Physics 9 (an algebra-based Physics course for 9th graders that utilizes modeling pedagogy) and either Chemistry (grade 11) or Advanced Physics electives (primarily grades 11-12).

Candidates should have experience teaching science in a student-centered classroom. The ideal candidate will have experience with project-based learning and standards-based grading. As importantly, we seek candidates committed to developing and practicing cultural competence in their teaching.

The successful candidate will also serve as an advisor to a group of 8-10 students. They will approach their role as an advisor with a drive to better understand the emotional needs of their students and support a program where self-reflection, empathy, and flexibility are the goals.

Requirements : Requirements :

A bachelor’s degree in science is required; an advanced degree in science or science education is preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required. Candidates should support the mission of SPA, the vision of the Upper School, and be eager to join a professional community where collaboration is valued and where openness to growth is the norm.

How to Apply :

Resume review will begin immediately. The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. To apply, please visit our website at www.spa.edu / careers. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of references to mlee@spa.edu.

SPA is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff, and maintaining a workplace culture in which all are treated equitably.