Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Founding Biology Teacher - BASIS Leander (Opening Fall 2026)!

BASIS Charter Schools, a network consistently ranked among the best in the nation for its rigorous academic program, is seeking a highly motivated and engaging Founding Biology Teacher to join the inaugural team at BASIS Leander in Leander, Texas.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to help shape the culture, community, and academic success of a new school opening in Fall 2026. We are looking for an exceptional educator who is passionate about their subject matter and committed to inspiring students to achieve beyond expectations.

About BASIS Leander

BASIS Leander will offer the renowned BASIS curriculum, designed to provide a world-class, well-rounded education focused on advanced academics, critical thinking, and intellectual curiosity. Joining our founding team means collaborating with highly motivated colleagues in an intellectually engaging environment dedicated to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

The Founding Biology Teacher will be responsible for delivering the advanced and rigorous BASIS Biology curriculum to middle and/or high school students. Specific duties include:

• Curriculum Delivery: Teach Biology courses, which may include Foundations of Biology, AP Biology, or other specialized science courses, utilizing an engaging, content-rich, and effective instructional approach.

• Student Engagement: Foster a classroom environment that encourages intellectual curiosity, scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for the biological sciences.

• Assessment and Feedback: Develop and administer robust assessments to monitor student progress and provide timely, constructive feedback to students and parents.

• Laboratory Instruction: Design and oversee hands-on, inquiry-based laboratory experiments and activities that reinforce theoretical concepts and teach proper lab safety and techniques.

• Founding Team Collaboration: Play a pivotal role in establishing the school's culture, contributing to school-wide initiatives, and collaborating with fellow founding teachers to create a cohesive and supportive academic community.

• Professional Development: Actively participate in professional learning opportunities and school-wide meetings, continually seeking to improve instructional practices.

• Student Support: Serve as an advisor or mentor, guiding students in their academic and personal growth within the BASIS model.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with a major or significant coursework in Biology or a related scientific field (e.g., Biochemistry, Life Sciences). A Master's degree is highly desirable.

• Prior teaching experience in Biology at the middle and/or high school level is strongly preferred. Experience teaching advanced placement (AP) or honors-level courses is a significant asset.

• A profound passion for the subject matter and an ability to convey complex biological concepts in a clear, compelling, and engaging manner.

• Exceptional classroom management skills and an ability to create an organized, highly focused, and positive learning environment.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• A collaborative spirit and a commitment to working as part of a dynamic, founding team.

Important Application Note

At this stage, we are gathering interest and applications from exceptional educators for future teaching roles at BASIS Leander.

• Interviews are expected to begin in December 2025 and January 2026.

• Exact teaching roles and grade-level assignments are not yet finalized and will be determined closer to the school's opening.

Completing an application ensures you will be among the first considered for interviews.

Join us in launching the next chapter of academic excellence!

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS’ non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289-2088.

*As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs