Biology Teacher Jobs

A Biology Teacher in secondary education is responsible for teaching students about the principles of biology. The teacher prepares lesson plans, conducts lectures, assigns homework, administers tests, and evaluates the students' performance. They also conduct experiments in the laboratory, demonstrating scientific concepts and supervising students' work. Additionally, they participate in student advising, curriculum development, and professional organizations related to biology education. They interact closely with other faculty members, staff, and parents to ensure the overall academic growth of their students.

Important skills for a Biology Teacher include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, thorough knowledge of the subject matter, patience, and the ability to motivate and engage students. They should have a valid teaching certification and preferably a specialization in biology. In terms of experience, a person may work as a Science Teacher, Laboratory Assistant, or a Tutor before becoming a Biology Teacher. These roles provide valuable experience in teaching, laboratory work, and student interaction which are integral parts of a Biology Teacher's job.

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25-26 Physics/ Biology Teacher at Rancho Cotate High School

  • Sonoma, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sonoma, CA
  • 6 hours ago

25-26 Physics/ Biology Teacher at Rancho Cotate High School About the Employer Learning for a Lifetime - Committed to the Future We're proud to be a district creating innovative programs, opening schools...

Repost: Science (Life Science) Teacher - Job#CP26-013842 - Granite Hills High School About the Employer The Grossmont Union High School District is dedicated to providing a safe and collaborative...

Science Teacher (Biology and/or Chemistry), Upper Academy (9-12)

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 7 hours ago

management * Prior teaching experience with measurable results * Strong interpersonal communication skills and personal organizational systems, particularly pertaining to time and task management *...

25/26 - (REPOSTED) Science/Marine Biology Teacher (.867 FTE - Leave replacement)

  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 10 hours ago

Skill in: Proficiency in reading, writing, and oral communications; effective communication with parents or guardians in a diverse community; designing and implementing lesson plans for students having...

High School Biology Teacher

  • Springfield, MA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 19 hours ago

We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management...

25-26 Physics/ Biology Teacher at Rancho Cotate High School

  • Rohnert Park, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rohnert Park, CA
  • 1 day ago

Learning for a Lifetime - Committed to the Future We're proud to be a district creating innovative programs, opening schools, attracting students and preparing them for college and careers. Our...

High School Biology Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Conway, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Conway, SC
  • 1 day ago

Develop lesson plans. Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. Prepare classroom for class activities....

Anticipated Biology Teacher

  • Monongahela, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Monongahela, PA
  • 1 day ago

Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, utilizes technology to enhance instruction, and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the lesson plans to the needs...

0.9 Part-time Science Teacher - Biology - South High

  • Williamsville, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 1 day ago

Demonstrated evidence of exceptional effective classroom management skills Demonstrated evidence of a knowledge of technology and its application in the classroom Demonstrated evidence of a proven ability...

Biology Teacher

  • Knightdale, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Knightdale, NC
  • 2 days ago

Uses an understanding of learning and development and establishes a classroom management system that maintains appropriate regulation; creates a positive learning environment in which students are actively...

2025-26 Biology Teacher, North Kansas City High School

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 2 days ago

SECONDARY EDUCATION CLASSROOM TEACHER (MIDDLE SCHOOL & HIGH SCHOOL) North Kansas City offers a one-time $5000 critical needs bonus after 90 days of completed employment for Science vacancies....

Teacher - Biology - Red Mountain High School

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Utilizes this information to make instructional and management decisions that will positively impact student achievement Establishes, supports and administers positive classroom management in accordance...

Teacher - Biology - Patrick Henry High School

  • Ashland, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Ashland, VA
  • 3 days ago

Daily personal and close contact with students to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required. Regular contact with other staff members and parents is required....

Biology Teacher - High School Level Position

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

BIOLOGY TEACHER - HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL POSITION Requirements / Qualifications BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: As part of a secondary teaching assignment, the teacher will teach one or more classes of Science...

Biology Teacher - El Camino High School

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 5 days ago

Oceanside Unified See attachment on original job posting Please attach copies of the following documents to your application:-Valid California Single Subject Teaching Credential in Biological...

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Salary for Biology Teacher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSecondaryTeachers research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Biology Teachers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
44.9%
Bachelor's Degree
27.5%
Doctorate Degree
18.9%
High School or GED
4.0%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.7%
Some High School
0.7%
Some College
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Biology Teachers
Less than 1 year
34.2%
1-2 years
26.3%
None
18.7%
2-4 years
12.7%
6-8 years
5.1%
10+ years
3.0%


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