Chemistry Instructor- Full-Time

Position Summary

The Science department seeks a passionate and energetic teacher to fill a full-time, regular teaching position beginning 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates should be interested in being part of a collaborative group of teachers and working with highly motivated high school students in a diverse, mostly residential community.

Academic Position Requirements

• Prepare to teach chemistry at all levels (introductory, accelerated, and advanced).
• Interested in shaping courses in topics such as organic chemistry, environmental chemistry, and earth science.
• Experience teaching a lab-based curriculum through student-led discussions.
• Foster inclusive classroom environments.
• Contribute to the broader school community.
• An undergraduate degree in chemistry or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 2 years of classroom teaching experience is required.
• The ability to teach physics is not a requirement but an additional need at times.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community.

Institutional Extracurricular Needs

Phillips Exeter Academy offers students numerous opportunities to explore their interests and identities through various student-led clubs and athletic programs. We seek well-rounded faculty who have a demonstrated commitment to engaging with students beyond the classroom and contributing to a vibrant campus life through participation in extracurricular activities.

Please click the links to learn more about available programs and opportunities:

• Clubs & Activities
• Interscholastic Athletics

Accountabilities

While individual responsibilities will vary from one faculty position to another, the major job duties of all faculty members include the following:

• Cultural Competency: Respect for diversity of identities and experiences, orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Teaching: Teach four classes per trimester. All classes are student-centered discussions around a Harkness table.
• Extracurricular Activities: Actively participate in the school’s broad offering of activities (e.g. coaching, advising student clubs, and/or committee work).
• Residential Life: Typically reside in campus housing and play a critical role in cultivating Exeter’s community-centered student dormitory life. Each faculty member is generally responsible for one weekend per month and one to two nights per week of dormitory duty, depending on the dormitory size.
• Advising: Serve as mentors to student advisees throughout students’ time at Exeter. The adviser is the main liaison between an advisee’s family/guardian and the Academy.
• Enforce all school policies and rules governing student behavior.

Benefits

• Retirement contribution: 9% - 12%
• Comprehensive health, vision and dental plans
• Wellness programming and free fitness classes
• Liberative vacation and holiday leave plus flexible summer work hours
• On-site childcare center
• Advancement opportunities and robust skills development

Required Application Documents

• CV or resume
• Cover letter addressing your experience in teaching and the above-referenced areas of institutional need, as well as indicating how our Harkness teaching style, mission and values resonate with you.
• Contact information for three professional references, including one current direct supervisor, and transcripts for higher education will be required at the screening, campus visit, or finalist stage, depending on the department.

Additional Employment Requirements

• Successfully complete a criminal background check (upon hire and reviewed every 5 years).
• Clean Driving record (upon hire and reviewed annually).

Pay

The salary range is $55,566 (step 1) to $123,480 (step 25).