Science Teacher Jobs

Position Summary

To provide students with appropriate learning activities in core academic subject areas designed to fulfill their maximum potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Enable students to develop competencies and skills that will prepare them for success in higher education and society. Demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student-centered environment

Responsibilities

1. Analyze performance data to provide targeted instruction based on student's individual needs

2. Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program, reflect accommodations for learning style differences, and show written evidence of preparation as required

3. Presentsubject matter according to the guidelines established by the Texas Education Agency, board policies, and administrative regulations

4. Work with other staff members to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to district requirements

5. Work with special education teachers to modify curricula as needed for special education students as identified in Individual Education Plans (IEP)

6. Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process

7. Plan and monitor workflow of instructional assistants and volunteers

8. Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits

9. Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing

10. Support the mission of the school district by serving as a positive role model for students

11. Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students

12. Manage student behavior in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and student handbook

13. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities

14. Participate in staff development activities that improve job-related skills and professional growth

15. Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and campus policies for classroom teachers, including daily attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality

16. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other required documents

17. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serves on staff committees as required

18. Comply with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics

19. Alternative methods of performing the position as assigned

20. Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

21. Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Valid Texas Teaching Certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned OR Demonstrated competency in core subject area assigned

• Knowledge of core academic subject assigned

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction

• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and diplomacy. • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully with families of district students, the community at large, as well as all levels of district employees in a collaborative manner