Science Teacher - Biology/Life Science at The Foundation for Hispanic Education
About the Employer
The Foundation for Hispanic Education (TFHE) was established in 1981 as a product of the late Dr. B. Roberto Cruz’s vision of providing quality education and support for all underserved learners, with a focus on Latino students. With 106 committed staff members, TFHE now serves over 1,050 students from the community neighborhoods of Mayfair, Mt. Pleasant, Sylvandale, Santee, and Alum Rock in East San Jose. TFHE operates three charter high schools.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Foundation for Hispanic Education is seeking dynamic and passionate Science teachers who can develop our students as scientific thinkers. As Science teachers at our charter schools, educators will work closely with the Principal and department teachers to execute the Science department's mission and vision and support our schools’ in graduating bi-literate students. We are seeking life and physical science credential holders who are passionate about working with our demographic and committed to student success. Teachers at our new school sites will have the unique opportunity to help develop a four year science course sequence with a college-prep focus, that emphasizes inquiry based skills and STEM related concepts.
Requirements / Qualifications
Develops and presents curricular units and lessons to students; evaluates students’ progress; maintains positive and well managed learning environment; serves as a grade Advisor; serves as a role model and motivator to students, promotes a college-going culture and works collegially with other staff members to fulfill the mission of the school. Subject Areas: - Biology - Life Sciences
- Resume
- Single Subject Teaching Credential - Science: Biological Sciences (Life Science/Biology)
Requirements / Qualifications
Develops and presents curricular units and lessons to students; evaluates students’ progress; maintains positive and well managed learning environment; serves as a grade Advisor; serves as a role model and motivator to students, promotes a college-going culture and works collegially with other staff members to fulfill the mission of the school. Subject Areas: - Biology - Life Sciences
- Resume
- Single Subject Teaching Credential - Science: Biological Sciences (Life Science/Biology)
Comments and Other Information
NOTE: Your application will be considered incomplete if the above requirements are not attached by the deadline date.
Comments and Other Information
NOTE: Your application will be considered incomplete if the above requirements are not attached by the deadline date.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
2/16/2026
Contact
Luna Rivera
408-585-5022 1032
408-585-5022 1032
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$74,789 - $133,948 Annually
$74,789 - $133,948 Annually
Length of Work Year
188 work days
Employment Type
Full Time