Instructor of Science (Academy)

Job Description

Job Description

Interlochen is the hub for youthful artistic energy, unlocking potential and unleashing capacity in the next generation of creative changemakers, leading inspired lives with enduring confidence. This is our internal rallying cry. It's why we do what we do. How will you contribute? See what's waiting for you at Interlochen.

Position Summary : Interlochen Arts Academy seeks a Science Instructor able to teach at least one-and ideally more than one-core high school science course (Biology, Chemistry, Physics). The instructor will teach 5 sections of class total. In addition to teaching, the instructor will be asked to serve as a co-advisor to a small group of students. There are no residential life (dorm) responsibilities with this position. This is a full-time, permanent teaching position starting in late August, 2026.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 5 total sections of class, that could include a mix of individual preps
• Serve as advisor to a small group of students who meet weekly
• Help students develop content knowledge, processes, and skills related to your courses
• Offer creative hands-on laboratory experiences, as appropriate, to supplement lecture and discussion
• Develop and administer assessments and feedback for students and families to understand student growth
• Visit other classrooms to observe fellow instructors
• Hold daily office hours (during school hours)
• Maintain a course page online through Canvas, take attendance daily in each class, keep electronic gradebook up to date, and prepare timely and thorough grade reports
• Attend department, division, and full faculty meetings
• Participate in all-school events at the beginning and end of the school year, as well as periodically throughout the school year
• Seek the best use of materials, equipment and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness
• Comply with ICA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of ICA finances
• Respect the culture, diversity and rights of all students, their families and the community
• Prioritize duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth
• Perform other duties as assigned

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a standard office and classroom environment with extensive internal and external stakeholder contact.

Education: A bachelor's degree in the sciences is required; MA preferred

Experience: Experience teaching high school students preferred

Equipment Familiarity : Familiarity with the following technology / software / programs preferred:

• Google suite

• Canvas or another Learning Management System

• Software and hardware conducive to up-to-date teaching of Chemistry and Biology at the appropriate level for high school students

Certifications, Licenses or Special Training:

• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements as detailed in policy 12.HR.01 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks

• Valid driver's license and driving record that meets the eligibility requirements of ICA's insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively with highly creative students from a variety of educational backgrounds and at a variety of educational readiness levels

• Openness to incorporating the arts as a mode of instruction and/or assessment

• Strong interest in collaborating with colleagues

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

• Ability to follow and execute specific verbal and written instructions

• Ability to promote and maintain positive interaction with all internal and external stakeholders

• Demonstrate respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity and values including differences in personal goals, lifestyle choices and varying family backgrounds and histories

To Apply, please submit the following:

• Cover Letter
• Resume