High School Chemistry

Our School

The International School of San Francisco is a PK‑12 independent school founded in 1962, serving over 1,100 students across an urban campus in San Francisco. It offers programs of study in French and English and prepares graduates for a world that values critical thinking and cross‑cultural communication.

Guided by academic rigor and diversity, we provide a multicultural, multilingual educational experience that encourages students to think critically and communicate across cultures.

Working at The International School of San Francisco offers personal, professional, and cultural growth opportunities, including:

• Engaged in a community that values learning, respect, collegiality, and diversity.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• A chance to work in a truly multicultural, multilingual environment.
• Transformative professional development, including International Baccalaureate and bilingual education.
• Access to cutting‑edge teaching and learning experiences.
• Opportunities for international travel through our Global Travel Program.
• A supportive school community and colleagues.

We are seeking an experienced High School Chemistry teacher who is passionate, engaging, and motivated to teach our eager learners. This position teaches Chemistry to incoming Grade 9 students and follows them through Grade 12, all within the International Baccalaureate framework. Candidates should be compelling educators with a strong science background and confidence in delivering a dynamic curriculum to young adolescents.

• Prepare engaging, differentiated lesson plans across the high school Chemistry curriculum.
• Teach the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum – professional development provided if needed.
• Develop, enhance, and document curriculum while coordinating with Science department colleagues.
• Regularly assess student progress.
• Participate fully in the professional community and contribute to school life.
• Serve as a High School Advisor.
• Participate in high school outdoor education, global travel trips, and ongoing professional development as needed.

• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Excellent communication skills with students and parents.
• Positive history of collegiality and collaboration with teachers and administrators.

Salary range: $66,404 – $110,975, depending on experience and qualifications.

Please note that during the application process you are required to submit a request to two professional references. If you do not wish to provide your references at this moment, please enter email addresses of contacts you are comfortable with listing.