High School Biology Teacher at University Preparatory Academy

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The mission of University Preparatory Academy is to prepare students to enroll and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. UPA serves a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students, most of whom reside in Santa Clara County. UPA’s campus is easily accessible, located off Highway 87 at Curtner Avenue. The campus is located across the street from a light rail station and local bus station. This strategic location enables UPA to draw students from school districts throughout Santa Clara County. UPA is a college preparatory alternative for those students who are not performing to their potential and get lost in traditional large middle and high school settings. UPA provides a strong, supportive, small school environment for students to excel academically. Students demonstrating the desire and drive to make college a reality will find a home at UPA. The curriculum and pacing, along with the expected learning outcomes, are designed to challenge students. In conjunction with high expectations, UPA offers supportive learning environments in every classroom as well as a full complement of support classes for Math Support, English Support, and Intensive English Language Learner support. Students attending UPA will find both the challenge and support necessary to keep college and university within reach.

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Biology Teacher Job Description MISSION University Preparatory Academy’s mission is to prepare a diverse population of 7th through 12th-grade students in Santa Clara County to enter and excel in the best colleges and universities in the nation. The purpose of this job description is to highlight the responsibilities, qualities, and mission of teachers at the University Preparatory Academy. UPA is a community of learners, both teachers and students, staff, and families. Teachers are at the core of our mission here at UPA, and that is to prepare students to enter and excel in the best colleges or universities in the nation. UPA is seeking a full-time Biology Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year. The candidate will have: 1. Knowledge of NGSS Life Science standards, including knowledge of scientific inquiry, cells, DNA, genetics, biotechnology, evolution, ecology, and human body systems. 2. Be able to develop students’ scientific literacy, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. 3. Implement hands-on laboratory and inquiry-based labs or activities on a weekly basis. 4. Guide students with note-taking, activity and lab implementation, data collection, and analysis. 5. Create an engaging, inclusive, and academically rigorous classroom environment. 6. Use models to help facilitate learning. 7. Knowledge of some health education concepts is helpful. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Organizational 1. Works collegially with the departmental team to support the school’s vision, mission, and philosophy; assist the team in meeting its planning goals. 2. Works to always ensure that the classroom provides a safe, supportive learning environment for students, teachers, and all other members of the UPA community. 3. Helps promote a culture where diversity is encouraged and where students learn to respect differences, take responsibility for their actions, exercise leadership, and strive for academic excellence. Instructi

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