Science Teacher

Cathedral High School in Indianapolis, an independent Catholic college preparatory high school

in the Holy Cross Tradition, is seeking a Science Teacher (preferred Biology). The chosen

candidate will be hired to begin employment at Cathedral during the 2023-2024 school year. If

interested, download and complete the application from Cathedral’s Career page at

www.gocathedral.com.

JOB SUMMARY:
The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of Science content as well as

experience working with students at the high school level. This position is an integral part of

Cathedral High School’s Science Department and will require the candidate to create a

welcoming and engaging classroom environment for all students. As a science teacher you are

responsible for teaching students hands-on, inquiry/project based lessons to enhance problem

solving and critical thinking skills. You are accountable for preparing engaging sessions making

the students excited to learn about science. To be successful in this role, you should possess a

thorough understanding of various science concepts and theories. Collaborate with the STEM

team and across disciplines. You should promote a positive, purposeful and professional

working atmosphere that encourages cooperation and challenge whilst valuing the contribution

that individuals make to the success of the department.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or
ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biology
• Valid Indiana Teaching License
• Experience using online resources and other technologies to enhance learning
• Experience within an educational and/or independent school environment
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach 5 sections as a full-time teacher.
• Work collaboratively with as part of the department’s PLC.
• Contribute to the larger school community through the support of our Holy Cross Core

comprehensible.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and
fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as
fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations
where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished
in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee
to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to
sit, stand, walk, and use hands & fingers as well as talk or hear routinely throughout the work
day. Employees must also be able to climb, kneel, balance, stoop, crouch regularly as part of
this job. Employees must occasionally be able to lift, carry, or move up to 25 pounds.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employees will work in a regular office environment with moderate noise.

• Company Paid Long term disability coverage
• Additional ancillary benefits offered
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Remission
• Health Savings Account with generous employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• 403(B) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off policy
• Professional Development hours
• Irish Blessing Child Care Center onsight with discount
• Cafeteria Perks & more

Learn more about our benefits, by reviewing our handbook at gocathedral.com