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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8th Grade-9th Grade Transition Biology Teacher

  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Position Type: Summer School Positions/ Teacher - High School Date Posted: 4/15/2025 Location: High School Summer School Date Available: June 2025 District:   Champaign Unit 4 School District...

Biology Teacher

  • McComb, MS
  • 12 hours ago
  • McComb, MS
  • 12 hours ago

**Lesson Plans************- Utilizes and references districts and/or state mandated competencies, objectives, and/or benchmarks- Uses a variety of effective teaching procedures, materials/media, and...

High School - Biology - TEACHER (9-12) 2025-2026

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

and Technical Subjects, the Biology Teacher will design daily lesson plans that are responsive to diverse learning needs of all students including general education, students with disabilities and...

JOB DESCRIPTION – HS Consumer Life Science Instructor To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations...

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

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 1 day ago

effectively with students, families, and colleagues Responsibilities: The primary role of the Upper Academy Science Teacher is to provide high-quality, grade-level instruction in Grades 9-10 Science (Biology...

High School Biology Science Teacher (9-12)

  • Muenster, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Muenster, TX
  • 1 day ago

Strategies Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district’s curriculum program and show written evidence of preparation as required....

High School Biology/Environmental Science Teacher - SY 2025-2026 Groton-Dunstable Regional School District Groton-Dunstable Regional High School - Groton, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5086594 Application...

Life Science High School Teacher

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 1 day ago

4/13/2025 Life Science High School Teacher JobID: 21017 Position Type: High School Teaching/Science Teacher Date Posted: 4/8/2025 Location: Eagan High School Closing Date: 04/14/2025 Description:...

Biology/Life Science Teacher - [TC26]

  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 1 day ago

Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include appropriate codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; age appropriate activities; lesson plan...

Secondary Biology Teacher

  • Linesville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Linesville, PA
  • 1 day ago

Secondary Biology Teacher Conneaut School District Conneaut Area Senior High School - Linesville, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Conneaut School District Job Details Job ID:5086043 Application...

Science - Biology Teacher 1.0FTE - 2025-2026 School Year

  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

4/13/2025 Science - Biology Teacher 1.0FTE - 2025-2026 School Year JobID: 5948 Position Type: High School Teaching/Science - Biology Date Posted: 3/30/2025 Location: Sierra Linda HS Closing Date: Until...

High School Biology Teacher

  • NY
  • 1 day ago
  • NY
  • 1 day ago

Adeptness in differentiating instruction to fully support a diverse range of learners and readiness levels....

Copy Of 2025-2026 SY Certified: Forensic Science/Biology Teacher

  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Avondale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Copy Of 2025-2026 SY Certified: Forensic Science/Biology Teacher JobID: 4203 Position Type: Certified Teaching/Secondary Education Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Agua Fria High School Closing Date...

Upper School Biology Teacher

  • New Windsor, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • New Windsor, MD
  • 2 days ago

Springdale Preparatory School seeks a qualified Biology Teacher to join our talented team for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year....

25-26 High School Biology Teacher

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 2 days ago

Position Responsibilities: Understand the educational philosophy of the school Plan and deliver curriculum using culturally responsive instructional strategies Differentiate instruction Use formative...

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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
18.8%
High School or GED
4.0%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
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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