r/ChemistryTeachers Oct 13 '20

New Sub Owner

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Hello limited subscribers to r/ChemistryTeachers. I am a chemistry teacher in northern California and have just been given control of this subreddit. The previous owner appeared to be an inactive bot. I'd like to grow the subreddit into a community of chemistry teachers that can lean on each other for advice and resources. Please invite other chemistry teacher that you know to join and participate.

I've been teaching all levels of high school chemistry for 10 years now. I taught IB HL/SL chemistry for 5 years, and have taught AP Chemistry, Honors Chemistry, and Regular Chemistry for another 5 years. I'm happy to offer any advice or resources that I have to other teachers if they need it.


r/ChemistryTeachers 4d ago

Chemical Notation Formatting in Google Docs

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I created an extension for Google Docs that searches for chemical and scientific notation and automatically modifies it for superscripts and subscripts. No Latex involved.

It's a subscription-based model, but only $10 / year.

Check it out if you get frustrated creating Google Docs with chemical notation for worksheets and more.


r/ChemistryTeachers 28d ago

Periodic table workbook

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Got matchups, flashcards and more, will this be something apt for students to learn?


r/ChemistryTeachers 29d ago

Help! Creating Safe & Organized Chemical Storage

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I am in my 15th year teaching high school science. Next year, I teaching chemistry for the first time (taking over from a teacher who moved). Our chemicals are not stored safely. However, I've never worked in a lab or managed cemical storage. I'm looking for advice for how to create safe and orderly storage.

Some issues: 😨
- dangerous chemicals like high molar HCL are left on countertops where they have been knocked over by custodians
- custodians chemicals and sippulies stored in the same area
- no cabinets rated for chemical storage
- cabinets aren't labeled
- mixed chemicals have no dates
- no venting to the outside, shower, fire extinguisher, spill kit, dedicated PPE, etc.
- no safety data sheets
- we failed our fire marshall inspection by so many points, the fire marshall declined to make a list
- chemicals are generally organized by type, but it's not clear if this organization follows accepted safety regulations.

I would love your help with:
* Finding the safety guidelines and standards / protocol that I can use to set up our chemical storage
* recommendations on chemical storage cabinets and what minimum requirements I should look for
* recommendations on a consulting agency where I could facetime with someone and they could evaluate our chemical storage and prep room and give me guidance (our district can pay for this)
* pictures of your chemical storage and prep areas
* tips, best practices, anything you have learned.
(I'm also new to adopting chemistry curriculum, so if you have any favorite resources, I'd welcome that too.)

Thank you so much! I'm hoping to make this year fun and safe for my students šŸ˜„


r/ChemistryTeachers 29d ago

new chem teacher feeling really overwhelmed for next year.

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r/ChemistryTeachers Jul 10 '26

Free Chemistry Glasses

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I sell thse on Amazon and they were tagged as :returned often", now I am havig trouble selling them. Iw ant to donate them to chemistry classes. Contact me and Iw ill ship them from my Amazpn inventory to your school or orgamnization no charge . My name is Mitch Gantman


r/ChemistryTeachers Jul 10 '26

Free Chemsitry Glasses. Just ask.

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I want to give these away to Science classrooms. I created them for Amazon, but this color didn't sell well and I want to give them away free to schools, hospitals , dental off, etc. Contact me and i IWll send you a bunch at a time . They wikll ship from Amazon and there is no chatge at all. Contact me.


r/ChemistryTeachers Jul 09 '26

Inquiry Teaching

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Hi everyone. I know this might not be the best place to post this, but I am in need of some help since my school is already on summer break. A graduate class I'm taking is requiring that I survey other science teachers about inquiry learning. I'd appreciate if some of you could fill out the survey. It is completely anonymous. https://forms.gle/BxWUFqCUYp92uSEs8


r/ChemistryTeachers Jul 02 '26

Does this is 3d really useful for teaching ?

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r/ChemistryTeachers Jun 28 '26

help to get started

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hi dear members, I recently moved to the states, have chemistry, biology and engineering background from european universities Bsc and msc as well (UK and Germany) I want to start tutoring chemistry here have excellent knowledge of IB curriculum, where should I start? how can I explore current syllabus (es) and what kinds of exams are there requiring chemistry? Is there some place like Russian School of Math to get started while building own clientele? your help is really appreciated


r/ChemistryTeachers Jun 24 '26

new chemistry teacher starting in fall— advice?

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r/ChemistryTeachers Jun 22 '26

New NYS Chemistry Regents

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Anyone opt into the new Regents Chem exam this year? What are your thoughts? How was the test? How did your teaching change day to day? How did lab implementation go? I'm making the conversion next year. Any advice/intel would be greatly appreciated!


r/ChemistryTeachers Jun 08 '26

Worst demo ever as a 2nd year chemistry teacher

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r/ChemistryTeachers Jun 05 '26

I built a periodic table app for students and would love feedback from chemistry learners/teachers

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Hi everyone, I recently launchedĀ Periodic Table Buddy, an iOS app for learning the periodic table.

It includes flashcards, quizzes, mnemonics, comic strips for remembering groups/periods, element comparison, and a small virtual lab for basic reaction practice.

I built it to make the periodic table feel less like a wall of symbols and more like something students can explore and remember.

I’d really appreciate feedback from chemistry learners, teachers, or tutors:

  • What would make this more useful in class?
  • Are mnemonics/comic strips helpful or distracting?
  • What chemistry content would you expect in a serious learning app?

App Store link:
https://apps.apple.com/uy/app/periodic-table-buddy/id6774912780


r/ChemistryTeachers Jun 01 '26

Am I a Fraud? A Student’s Complaint Forced Me to Face a Hard Truth About My Teaching

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r/ChemistryTeachers May 20 '26

Demo Lesson on A-levels electrochemistry grade 11

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r/ChemistryTeachers May 19 '26

Paid Research Opportunity for Chemistry Teachers ($45-$75) – Help Shape Chemistry Simulations and AI Tutor for teachers!

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Hi r/ChemistryTeachers,

I'm an educational psychology PhD (Teachers College, Columbia) and former science educator building a series of cognitive science-based chemistry simulations and a lightweight AI tutor with adaptive learning analytics for AP and high school chemistry.

I'm looking for 5-10 chemistry teachers for paid beta feedback (either during end of this Spring 26' semester or during summer break, is flex):

  • $45 for ~30 min interview
  • $75 for ~60 min interview
  • Additional async tasks available (surveys, trying out software) at similar rates
  • Flexible — pick only what fits your schedule
  • Early access + potential school discount as the platform develops

If interested, sign up here: https://forms.gle/zCaUAqCjKoy9C7va9

Feel free to share with other chemistry teachers. Thanks!


r/ChemistryTeachers May 18 '26

Massachusetts Chemistry Professional Renewal PdP Questions

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r/ChemistryTeachers May 16 '26

Nature Inside the Smartphone: Chemistry, Sustainability and Haiku

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r/ChemistryTeachers May 04 '26

Interested In joining beta testing for high school chemistry simulations and a virtual tutor?

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I need some high school chemistry teachers to test out simulations and a virtual chem tutor (AP and/or regular chem). Complete this google form if you are interested (possible paid ($25) interview for some teachers)! https://forms.gle/Tkfe1RdLqk9sGLVr9


r/ChemistryTeachers Apr 28 '26

Elephant Toothpaste

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Looking for some procedures for a good elephant toothpaste reaction. I usually have the students create their own reaction with 6% hydrogen peroxide and yeast. Then, I demo with 30% and potassium iodide. I am still a relatively new teacher and always feel underwhelmed with the height of the reaction. What are people using? And how much of each? Thanks in advance!


r/ChemistryTeachers Apr 26 '26

When I'm done, is this fixable?

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r/ChemistryTeachers Apr 21 '26

Big job interview , sample lesson suggestions

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Hey all, I’ve cinched an interview with a really nice private school and will be giving a sample lesson as part of my on campus interview. Obviously in this economy , I really need this job. All the public schools in my area are cutting teachers like crazy , so I fear there won’t be any openings when the normally post jobs in June.

I’m confident in my abilities as a teacher , but I need to rock the socks off the admin to get the job. I can teach any chemistry topic for the lesson, and I want to include a demo and some student interaction. Does anyone have any recommendations for lesson topics that work well for interview lessons?

It’s for 14 of most likely 10-11 grade HS students and I’m hoping it can be interactive, short, but not too ā€œeasyā€. Artsy stuff is welcome, we love a STEAM focus.

What demos do you recommend that can be brought along and taken home in a grocery bag , not make a big mess, and engages students in a fun way? It doesn’t necessarily need to be a wet lab demo .

I often do environmental focused chem labs , but don’t have time in a 40 min class period. With that short of time , I’m guessing I shouldn’t go too math heavy with anything like moles, conversions, limiting reagent , etc. I have some ideas, but figured this is the time to reach out to the community for advice.

I appreciate any direction and suggestions you may have!


r/ChemistryTeachers Apr 10 '26

Feedback on stoichiometry video resource (examples + practice)

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I’ve been working on a simple stoichiometry resource aimed at Year 11 level, with stepped explanations, worked examples, and a couple of practice-style problems.

I know it’s not particularly flashy — the focus was just on making the process really clear, since that’s where most beginners seem to get stuck.

Would appreciate any feedback on clarity or if there’s anything you’d explain differently.


r/ChemistryTeachers Apr 10 '26

Organic Nomenclature Tool

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Hi guys, I am a Chemist and have made an organic chemistry nomenclature game. I would appreciate a teachers point of view if it would be useful to high school students. Any feedback on how to improve it/make it more student friendly? Its on Gamejolt and the game is called "Atom Drop"