Website Nativity San Francisco, California
Chemistry Instructor (Part-Time or Full-Time)
Overview
Nativity (nativityhs.org) is a classical Catholic high school in San Francisco that opened in 2024 with an exceptional faculty that offers students a unique, focused, and classical learning environment.
We seek an advanced-level science instructor to teach two sections of chemistry for the 2026-2027 academic year. The aim of the science program is for students to develop confidence, aptitude, and appreciation for the beauty of the world of science. Scientific studies will play a pivotal role in Nativity’s STEM focused curriculum. Ultimately, your skills, teaching technique and resolve will reflect Nativity’s mission and our classroom culture.
Responsibilities
This role shall include the following duties:
1. Teach two sections of 20-22 students, 50 minutes of class instruction per day, four days per week (~37 teaching weeks per academic year).
2. Develop lesson plans for regular review.
3. Attend faculty meetings and in-service days when needed.
4. Provide office hours and tutoring for students as needed.
5. Participate in supporting the student experience at Nativity.
Candidate Qualifications
Every person lucky enough to have a formal education can, in one instant, name the two or three teachers who most profoundly impacted their life. Our aim at Nativity is to fill our classrooms with those deeply passionate, mission-driven people who view teaching as a calling and a life-long vocation. Our founding teachers will shape Nativity from its inception, leaving an enduring legacy. Preferred qualifications include prior teaching experience, a Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field, and demonstrated mathematical agility/aptitude.
Position Details
Compensation shall be consistent with San Francisco Archdiocesan high schools. This is a part-time hourly faculty position for in-person instruction on location. Compensated hours include class instruction, prep time and weekly faculty meeting; rate commensurate with Nativityhs.org | 350 9th Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94118 | 415.322.9229
experience. If full-time work is desired, specify this in your cover letter as there is potential to expand the scope of the position to be full-time. Compensation: 35k-120k annually; $30-$60/hour (depending on experience)About Nativity Nativity was formed in November of 2022 as a result of the community’s desire for a Classical Catholic high school in the city. It welcomed its first class of students in August 2024. Class sizes are generally 20-22 maximum per classroom and affordable tuition makes the school accessible to a wide range of income levels. Nativity’s board of directors comprises five optimistic and grateful people who embody a “working board” mentality in support of the school and its students. Nativity is also fortunate to have an accomplished Advisory board. Nativity is an independent Catholic school formally recognized and supported by the Archdiocese of San Francisco. It offers a student experience that is unique to the area. While classical in its foundations, Nativity also prioritizes forming students in virtue and faith, creating a holistic and academically rigorous environment. To Apply Interested applicants should complete this form and provide the following:
●A cover letter, specifying preference for full-time or part-time work
●A current résumé / portfolio
●A list of three professional references with name, relationship, phone number, andemail address (references will not be contacted without the candidate’s permission)
Thank you, sincerely, for your interest in joining our team!
Nativity admits students of any race, color, sex, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, and ethnic origin in administration of its
educational policies, admission policies, scholarship programs, and other school-administered programs.
To apply, please email your Letter of Interest and Resume to:
To apply for this job please visit nativityhs.org.