Biology Teacher, ODea, Seattle
Description
About O’Dea High School
O’Dea High School is a Seattle Archdiocesan Catholic school whose mission is to educate young men and prepare them to be men of character, faith, and service. O’Dea High School provides young men with a Catholic, college preparatory education. In the spirit and tradition of the Essential Elements of an Edmund Rice Christian Brother Education, O’Dea’s diverse, single-gender learning environment lays a rich foundation for the academic and social development of our students.
Job Summary
This is a full-time teaching position in our science department, teaching 5 sections of biology, a mentor group and Irish Block class to begin August 2025. Faculty will employ culturally responsive teaching strategies and hands-on learning to support student growth and interest in biology. It is vital this person is able to connect with students and build relationships to encourage interest in science in a rigorous and thoughtful learning environment. Instructional expectations include high student engagement, various instructional strategies, hands-on labs, projects, assessments, and data collection to aid in instructional decision-making. Prior-knowledge in Universal Design for Learning strategies and techniques are preferred.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in biology and/or related life science
- Master’s degree preferred
- Current certification in science preferred
- Recent teaching experience
- High school or middle school teaching background preferred
- Ability to teach a broad range of ability levels
- Ability to work with students in a multicultural setting
- Ability and willingness to integrate technology into student learning
- Enthusiastic, compassionate, and innovative approach to student learning
- Ability to create and implement accurate assessments of student learning
- Possess the knowledge and skills to develop positive interpersonal relationships
- Good organization and management skills
- Ability to meet individual student needs in the development of curriculum goals
- Possess a willingness to collaborate with colleagues
The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential function sf this position, but should not be consider an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
O’Dea High School is committed to attracting and retaining exceptional candidates who will advance the mission and will enrich and advance the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of our school community. While we are a Catholic school, O’Dea welcomes people of all faiths and creeds.
The above statements describe the position as it exists now. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required in this position. It may be redesigned or reorganized at management discretion at any time.
Salary: Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications. This is a full-time teaching position with a salary range of $63,816 to $112,635 annually.
Benefits: A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
Please contact Lucas Dobbs, Assistant Principal of Academics, at ldobbs@odea.org with any questions.