Maarif School is accepting applications for a full-time Middle and High School Science Teacher.
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic educator passionate about science education and student achievement. The selected candidate will deliver engaging, hands-on instruction using differentiated teaching strategies, technology, and student performance data to support diverse learning needs.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Science Education, or a related field required.
- New Jersey teaching certificate preferred
- Previous middle or high school teaching experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Life Science, Biology, and Chemistry curricula.
- Ability to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons and differentiate instruction for diverse learning needs.
- Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with educational technology and digital learning resources.
- Commitment to student achievement, character development, and the school's curriculum.
- Ability to collaborate professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons in Middle School Life Science, High School Biology, and Chemistry.
- Align instruction with the school's curriculum and New Jersey Student Learning Standards.
- Promote scientific inquiry, critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on learning.
- Conduct laboratory experiments, investigations, and interactive science activities.
- Enforce laboratory safety procedures and maintain a safe learning environment.
- Integrate technology, digital resources, and effective instructional strategies.
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate varying academic abilities and learning needs.
- Assess student learning through assignments, quizzes, examinations, laboratory reports, and projects.
- Monitor academic progress, maintain accurate records, and provide timely, constructive feedback.
- Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment that promotes engagement and accountability.
- Support science fairs, STEM programs, Science Olympiad, academic competitions, and extracurricular activities.
- Communicate with parents, colleagues, and administration regarding student progress and concerns.
- Collaborate on curriculum development, academic initiatives, and school-wide educational goals.
- Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, parent-teacher conferences, and school events.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and relevant teaching credentials for consideration.
Maarif School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Us
Maarif School is a Pre-K through 12th private school that operates under the auspices of the Maarif Foundation USA. With challenging curricula that meets or exceeds NJ and national standards, we teach all the core subjects in addition to Turkish, Arabic, Islamic studies, and Qur’an. We strive to foster intellectual curiosity and to raise children to be self-reliant, critical thinkers. We place great importance on the Islamic manners, morals and ethics that will help to create justice and equity in our society.
Maarif School is a diverse and caring community of learners. We emphasize the social and emotional learning (SEL) of our students and foster balance so that students are not overwhelmed by schoolwork but are held to a high standard of achievement. Our small class sizes and individual attention enable our students to reach their full potential. Through community service, discussions about current events, and electives such as social justice and bioethics, our students are able to learn leadership, compassion, and respect for all.
Our college preparatory program has enabled our high school students to earn early college credits through Montclair State University, and to gain acceptance and scholarships to such universities as Penn State, Seton Hall, SUNY, Rutgers, New Jersey Institute of Technology, The College of New Jersey, and Stevens Institute of Technology.