Biology Teacher — Topeka High School, 2026–2027

Job overview

The Biology Teacher works onsite in Topeka, KS, at Topeka High School. Compensation is not specified; the posting says salary and work year will be determined by the Board of Education. Topeka Public Schools science educators support learning for all students through student-centered, standards-based instruction. The teacher delivers biology instruction and organizes laboratory learning to advance student understanding. The role adapts instruction to individual needs, uses assessments and data to guide teaching, maintains a safe and productive classroom, and supports the district’s educational mission.

What you'll do

• Teach biology concepts
• plan and deliver lessons using demonstrations, lectures, discussions, and student experiments
• organize laboratory activities
• instruct students in safe handling of chemicals, equipment, and plant and animal life
• adapt teaching to student needs
• use technology, assessments, and data to guide instruction
• maintain student progress records and a safe learning environment
• supervise pupils in assigned out-of-classroom activities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

biology teacher

topeka ks

topeka public schools

topeka high school

2026–2027

science education

biology instruction

laboratory activities

student-centered classroom

standards-based lessons

kansas teacher’s certificate

bachelor’s degree

student assessment

classroom safety

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Kansas teacher certification required; bachelor’s degree required; ESOL endorsement and applicable level-area endorsements preferred; 10.5-month term; occasional extended hours may be required.

About the employer

Topeka Public Schools is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.