| Bard High School Early College - Manhattan, a partnership between Bard College and the New York City Department of Education, invites applications for a full-time faculty position in Biology, beginning September 2020. BHSEC, a national model in the field of public school reform, enables talented and highly motivated students to move in four years from the ninth grade through the first two years of college, earning an Associate of Arts degree from Bard College as well as a high school diploma. The academic program emphasizes small class size and a commitment to teaching a diverse student body. BHSEC Manhattan implements a “Physics First” curriculum, offering a conceptual Physics course in ninth grade, Chemistry in tenth grade, and then General Biology in the first year of the college program. Nearly all students elect to take at least one semester of science in the second year of the college program. The successful candidate should be capable of teaching a college-level lab-based biology course as well as high school biology. A degree in biology, or a related field in the biological sciences is required, experience or certification for Students with Disabilities is also strongly desirable. New York State teaching certification is a plus; assistance in securing certification will be provided to the successful candidate if necessary. We seek teachers and scholars deeply committed to their field and creative in engaging students at both the college and high school levels with its delights and challenges.
To Apply: To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three contact references through Interfolio.com at: http://apply.interfolio.com/75179 Review of applications begins immediately and will proceed until the position is filled. Bard High School Early College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. Women and members of under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications sent via email will not be considered. Questions Inquiries may be directed via email to sbrutsaert@bhsec.bard.edu to the attention of Dr. Siska Brutsaert. Applications submitted via email will not be reviewed. To apply please use the link provided in the "To Apply" section above. Visit http://www.bard.edu/earlycollege/about/ for more information on our schools. Bard College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.
Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities. AA/EOE | 
