Science Teacher

Employment type: Permanent, full-time, 1 year contract renewal cycle.
Salary: $75,000 to $89,800 pa (dependent on experience).
Start date: 1 September 2026, with an expectation to attend orientation during the final week of August.

About the School - York Prep School:
York Preparatory School is a New York City independent school committed to creating a nurturing environment that challenges and supports each student in a diverse and inclusive setting. Compassionate and accessible educators guide our students through a traditional and rigorous curriculum while employing a range of innovative techniques to cultivate each individual student’s skills, abilities, and interests. York strives to educate the whole child, meeting each student where they are, and supporting them as they grow into lifelong learners and responsible citizens.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Science Teacher to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita:
Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries - in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East - serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever they’re starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect what’s special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices. And they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 90 schools in 21 countries, ensuring every child gets an education that’s, quite literally, world class.

It’s an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best and thrive.

About the Role:
York Prep School is seeking an experienced Upper School Science Teacher to join our team. You will be responsible for teaching up to four sections of science to students in grades 6–12, with a particular focus on high school–level courses, while taking on faculty duties as assigned. You will plan and deliver engaging, well-structured instruction that supports student progress and scientific inquiry. Reporting to the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for STEAM, you will collaborate with the Department Chair and colleagues across the school to support student success and shared initiatives.

To view our full Role Profile, click here.

Who We Are Looking For:
We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Science Teacher with strong content knowledge and experience teaching upper school courses, including a range of levels and ideally AP classes. You hold a bachelor’s degree in Science, Science Education, or a related field (with an advanced degree and teaching certification preferred) and have experience differentiating instruction to support diverse learners, including students with language-based learning differences. You are passionate about helping students grow as confident scientific thinkers and bring effective classroom management, clear communication, and data-informed teaching to your practice. You are committed to inclusive, culturally responsive teaching, meaningful use of educational technology, and upholding York Prep School’s mission, values, and safeguarding responsibilities.

How to Apply:
Complete this application before the closing date: July 31, 2026.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.