Summer School Living Environment Teacher

The Hyde Park Central School District is seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual to serve as a Living Environment Teacher for the 2026 Summer School Program at F.D. Roosevelt High School. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing engaging, high-quality instruction in Living Environment, fostering a positive learning environment, and ensuring student success in meeting New York State learning standards.

Our Portrait of a HPCSD Employee includes the following qualities: confident learner, effective communicator, adaptable innovator, critical thinker, and responsible citizen.

Our schools provide nurturing, respectful environments that develop and support the intellectual, social, emotional, physical and aesthetic development of our students. We celebrate diversity and foster a sense of belonging for all students, emphasizing the importance of contributing to the greater community. 

Work Schedule: July 6, 2026 - August 13, 2026, Monday - Thursday 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a condensed, high-impact curriculum covering the NYS Living Environment standards, including cell biology, genetics, evolution, ecology, and human body systems.
• Facilitate rigorous preparation for the Living Environment Regents Exam, focusing on test-taking strategies and Part D laboratory requirements.
• Oversee and document the completion of mandated NYS laboratory requirements for students who have not yet met the 1,200-minute threshold.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of students in a credit-recovery setting, including those with IEPs or 504 plans.
• Use student performance data to identify gaps in understanding and adjust daily lessons accordingly.
• Classroom Management: Maintain a positive, disciplined, and safe classroom environment conducive to accelerated summer learning.

Qualifications

• Certification: Valid New York State Certification in Biology (7-12) or General Science (7-12) is required.
• Skills: Knowledge of the NYS Living Environment Core Curriculum.
• Ability to engage students through hands-on lab work and interactive technology.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with students in a short timeframe.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to professional growth and collaboration.
• A strong dedication to student success and well-being.
• Experience: Previous experience teaching Living Environment at the high school level is strongly preferred. Experience with credit recovery or summer school programs is a plus.

Hyde Park Central School District’s new Presidential Perks is a special program designed to help our essential staff save money. We believe that by investing in you, we are investing in the future of our students. Some of our Presidential Perks include 

• discounted college tuition 
• free counseling, 
• pet insurance,
•  travel discounts and more!