Upper School Science Teacher

About Christ Classical Academy
Christ Classical Academy is a growing classical Christian school in Tallahassee, FL, committed to cultivating wisdom and virtue in our students through a rich classical curriculum rooted in the Christian faith. We are accredited through the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and are a member of both the Association of Classical Christian Schools (ACCS) and the Society for Classical Learning (SCL). We serve students from K3 through 12th grade and celebrated our first graduating class in spring 2026.

Our Mission: Christ Classical Academy partners with parents to develop followers of Christ who discern and practice what is true, good, and beautiful.

Christ Classical Academy is seeking a full-time Upper School Science Teacher to teach courses such as Chemistry and Physics to students in grades 7 through 12. The Upper School Science Teacher leads students to wonder at the order and design of God's creation, training them to observe carefully and reason clearly about the world He has made.

The ideal candidate will embody a passion for classical education, a deep and active Christian faith, and a love for the sciences that draws students into the study of God's world. We also recognize that strong science and math teachers often share many of the same gifts. If you are drawn to this position but feel more confident in upper school math instruction, we encourage you to apply. We have flexibility to shape the teaching assignment around the strengths of the right candidate.

Reports To: Head of School
Status: Full-time, salaried
Benefits: 100% of employee insurance premiums covered and 100% tuition coverage for the children of full-time employees

Essential Job Functions
Instruction & Classroom Culture
● Teach Upper School science courses with clarity and rigor, presenting the sciences as the study of God's ordered creation.
● For a candidate whose strengths lie in mathematics, teach Upper School math courses in place of or alongside science.
● Use simple labs and demonstrations to help students observe carefully and reason soundly about what they see.
● Integrate Scripture and a biblical worldview into all aspects of teaching and classroom life.
● Foster an orderly and joyful classroom culture rooted in virtue and a love of learning.
● Assess student learning through both formative and summative measures and use the results to inform instruction.

Partnership & Professional Growth
● Communicate clearly and regularly with parents regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school values.
● Keep attendance, lesson plans, and grades current and accurate in FACTS.
● Collaborate with fellow faculty and administration as a team committed to classical Christian education.
● Participate in school events, faculty meetings, professional development, and ongoing spiritual and instructional growth.

Professional Qualifications
Required
● Bachelor's degree in a science, mathematics, or related field from an accredited college or university.
● Strong command of the subject matter in science or upper school mathematics.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred
● Prior teaching experience or formal training in education.
● Ability to teach honors or AP-level courses.
● Familiarity with or enthusiasm for classical Christian pedagogy.
● Interest in long-term service and leadership within the classical Christian school movement.

Personal Qualifications
● A vibrant Christian faith and active membership in a local church.
● Strong alignment with the mission and philosophy of Christ Classical Academy.
● Sign and live in accordance with the school's Statement on Marriage, Gender, and Sexuality.
● A commitment to excellence, humility, and a teachable spirit.
● A desire to serve as a mentor and model of Christian character to Upper School students