Biology Teacher (9th Grade)

Do you love science and want to share your knowledge of Biology with students who are eager and ready to learn As an International Baccalaureate World School our teachers are respected by our diverse students and supported by our caring administrators. In the small school environment students staff and administrators have the opportunity to know one another and share the joy in learning. We recognize teachers as the professionals that you are and invite you to join the Meridian family.

Founded in 2011 Meridian School is a public tuition-free charter school open to all students living in Williamson County. As a charter school we are a school of choice offering an inquiry-based curriculum and continuum for the International Baccalaureate Program K-12. Our mission is to provide an invigorating educational environment that develops responsible citizens who can artfully navigate our complex world and enjoy a good life with others. Meridian has been recognized by the US News & World Report and others as one of the best schools in Texas.

Provide students with appropriate learning activities and experiences in the core academic subject area assigned to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual emotional physical and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society and live a good life with others.

• Knowledge of assigned subject area - Biology
• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned
• General knowledge of curriculum instruction and assessment
• Ability to instruct students and manage classroom behaviors
• Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills

• Bachelors degree from an accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements or required training for subject and level assigned
• Demonstrated competency in the core academic subject area assigned

• At least two years of teaching experience in specific content area is preferred
• Experience with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program preferred but not required

This position will operate in a professional non-smoking office environment which at times can be busy with moderate noise and many unscheduled interruptions. This role will routinely use standard office equipment such as computers and peripherals phones photocopiers filing cabinets and Promethean boards.

Meridian School offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefit options including:

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & Accident Insurance
• Short- & Long-term Disability
• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System
• 403b Investment Plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
• Generous Time Off Benefits including Holidays and PTO
• A culture of continuous learning with opportunities for professional development

Due to the nature of this position and our business fingerprinting and background checks will be conducted as a condition of employment.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided during the hiring and selection process to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Meridian School is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression national origin age protected veteran or disabled status genetic information or any other legally-protected characteristic.