Physics​/Chemistry Teacher

Position Title

Physics/Chemistry Teacher – Carson High School – Carson City School District.

School Teacher

School Site

Principal

Exempt

Associate Superintendent – Human Resources

9-12-08

Salary placement based on education and verified contracted teaching experience accepted.
Salary Range: $53,283.00 to $83,813.00. Employer‑paid retirement, health and life insurance, sick leave benefits and personal leave.

Must possess a Nevada license endorsed for the specific subject(s) and to perform other educational functions at the level and in the field for which the teacher is to be employed, issued in accordance with law and in full force at the time the services are rendered (NRS 391.170). All applicants must meet all highly qualified requirements. Bilingual preferred.

Must be able to pass the pre‑employment drug screen test.

The Human Resources Department will make efforts to provide reasonable accommodations to disabled candidates in the employment process. If you have special needs, please notify the Human Resources Department at the time you turn in your application or at least three (3) days prior to an interview by calling (775) 283‑2130.

Complete the online application by following the “Apply for this Position” link. The application may include a cover letter, resume, copy of transcripts (originals required if recommended for hire), current Nevada teaching license, and last three (3) evaluations (if no evaluations or incomplete, submit documentation explaining the absence).

Teach one or more subjects to students in public schools by performing the following duties. The teacher will implement daily student instruction appropriate educational curriculum based on the Nevada State Standards and the Carson School District expectations. The teacher will create and maintain an educational atmosphere that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs and goals. This person will be expected to adhere to the Nevada Educator Performance Framework (NEPF).

• Administer appropriate district curriculum, which is aligned with the Nevada State Standards.
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a supportive environment.
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused learning condition in the instructional environment.
• Develop and implement the components of an effective lesson for instruction.
• Analyze student progress and provide appropriate instruction.
• Provide a classroom management/discipline plan ensuring safety at all times.
• Ensure assessment regulations and guidelines are followed at all times.
• Develop a classroom climate that promotes positive learning conditions.
• Work professionally with administration, staff, parents, and community.
• Integrate technology into the instructional program.
• Participate in other job-related duties and activities related to the position as assigned.
• Instruct students by lecturing, demonstrating, and using audiovisual aids and other materials to supplement presentations.
• Prepare course objectives and outline for course of study following curriculum guidelines or requirements of state and school.
• Assign lessons and correct homework.
• Administer tests to evaluate pupil progress, record results, and issue reports to inform parents of progress.
• Keep attendance records.
• Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.

• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares…