Junior High Science Teacher (2026-27)

Job DetailsJob Location: Bay Area Christian School - League City, TX 77573Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelor's DegreeJob Shift: WeekdayJob Category: Education - FacultyPosition: Junior High Science Teacher (7th and 8th Grade)

Classification: Full-time, Exempt (9.5-month contract)

Primary Reporting Relationship: Junior High Principal

Secondary Reporting Relationship: Head of School

Ministry Areas: Bay Area Christian School

Interfaces: Students, parents, administrators, staff, and other stakeholders as appropriate

Benefits: BACS Faculty 50% Tuition Discount (K-12 only); medical, dental, vision insurance; 403(b) retirement plan option

Mission: Bay Area Christian School exists to provide quality, Kingdom education to the next generation, empowering them to make disciples of Jesus at home, in society, and through the church.

Employee Profile:

Acceptance of and agreement with the Bay Area Church and Bay Area Christian School Statement of Faith and Standard of Conduct


A strong, clear Christian testimony


A lifestyle that displays an ongoing personal relationship with God and a commitment to serve Him daily

Job Purpose: The teacher shall prayerfully help students learn attitudes, skills, and subject matter that will contribute to their development as mature, able, and responsible Christians to the praise and glory of God.

Major Responsibilities:

Reflect the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity


Maintain a clean, attractive, well-ordered classroom


Utilize valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of the school's philosophy  


Plan a program of study that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students, challenging each to do his/her best work 


Enforce rules of conduct by keeping proper discipline in the classroom and on the school premises for a good learning environment  


Prepare lesson plans for each assigned class, which must be submitted to the divisional office before leaving on Friday the week before they will be taught 


Integrate Biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities


Represent the school in a favorable and professional manner 


Develop and maintain rapport with students, parents, and staff by treating others with friendliness, dignity, and consideration


Lead students to a realization of their self-worth in Christ 


Present lessons in the most interesting manner possible, utilizing a variety of methods; lecture, technology, etc. 


Conduct ongoing assessments of student learning and use results to plan and implement instruction


Provide quizzes, tests, and exams over subjects, and keep an accurate record of grades. Teachers, not students, should grade tests and major exams


Know the procedures and instruct students in dealing with issues of an emergency nature, including procedures for fire, storm, and lockdown drills


Assist with extra-curricular events such as field trips, clubs, sports events, and student programs


Attend and participate in daily prayer meetings, in-service, retreats, and committee, faculty, and Parent/Teacher meetings  


Accurately post grades on time for the office to complete report cards after the 9th week of the quarter 


Post grades for each student weekly. After the fourth week of each quarter, the grade-level office will email progress reports 


Meet with parents to review their student's progress as needed. Notify parents of student problems as soon as they are noticed


Make a report of each conference and turn it in to the principal to be placed in the student's file. Attend Parent-Teacher Fellowships


Utilize educational opportunities and evaluation processes for professional growth


Perform any other teaching-related duties that may be assigned by the administration


Cooperate with the Board and administration in implementing all policies, procedures, and directives governing the operation of the school

QualificationsJob Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
At least 24 hours of science coursework OR appropriate science teaching certification

Essential Job Functions:

Ability to reason logically and make sound decisions, to consider alternative and diverse perspectives, to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to remain poised under all circumstances, and to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust


Ability to complete assigned tasks without direct supervision


Ability to exercise independent judgment and make decisions


Ability to work with people beyond giving and receiving of instructions; must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations


Ability to listen and respond to counsel


Ability to establis