Chemistry Teacher: Core Instructional Responsibilities

Chemistry Teacher

Academic Challenge (The Mind)

• Instruction: Plan and implement a rigorous Chemistry and General Science curriculum aligned to college‑readiness standards, covering atomic structure, chemical bonding, stoichiometry, and thermodynamics.
• Scientific Inquiry: Foster critical thinking by guiding students through quantitative analysis, laboratory experimentation, and evidence‑based reasoning.
• Inclusive Instruction: Utilize diverse instructional strategies to support all learners—from those needing extra support to those in honors‑level tracks—and provide targeted academic tutoring for students at risk of failure.
• Lab Management & Safety: Maintain a safe, organized, and well‑equipped laboratory environment, ensuring all experiments adhere to safety protocols, including chemical storage, disposal of hazardous materials, and maintenance of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Professional Growth: Keep abreast of new developments in chemical research, STEM pedagogy, and educational technology through conferences and professional learning communities.

Spiritual & Personal Nurturing (The Heart)

• Stewardship of Creation: Integrate the Holy Cross charism into classroom culture, emphasizing the ethical implications of science and responsibility to care for the environment.
• Safe Exploration: Create a classroom environment where students feel safe to explore their relationship with God and personal faith journey.

Preparation for Leadership & Service

• Social Justice: Incorporate Catholic Social Teaching as a framework for leadership.
• Theological Reflection: Mentor student‑led service projects, ensuring they are rooted in deep theological reflection rather than simple volunteerism.

Student Supervision & Safety

• Assigned Supervision: Participate in advisory program and perform duties such as cafeteria supervision, study group or tutoring session monitoring, and supervision of assigned student areas during community periods or school events.
• Substitution: Accept substitution duties for peers when needed to ensure continuity of student care.

Community Engagement & Administration

• Communication: Maintain regular contact with parents, guardians, and sponsors regarding student progress.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate attendance records for all teaching and supervisory periods.
• Policy Adherence: Uphold all school policies as outlined in the Student Agenda and Employee Handbook.
• Departmental Support: Participate in the school improvement process and attend all faculty and departmental meetings.

Mandatory Events & Extracurriculars

• School Calendar: Participate in key school events, including Parent Meetings, Back‑to‑School Night, Parent‑Teacher Conferences, Open Houses, Ninth Grade Entrance/Registration days, Senior Robing, Honors Programs, and Graduation.
• Event Supervision: Supervise athletic events and one social event (prom, dance, etc.) per semester.

Academic Challenge (The Mind)

• Instruction: Plan and implement a rigorous Science curriculum aligned to skills and standards to prepare students for college.
• Scientific Inquiry: Foster critical thinking and intellectual curiosity by guiding students through the scientific method, data analysis, and evidence‑based reasoning.
• Inclusive Instruction: Utilize diverse instructional strategies and laboratory experiences to ensure all learners are challenged, providing specific tutoring for students at risk of failure.
• Lab Management: Maintain a safe, organized, and well‑equipped laboratory environment, ensuring all experiments adhere to safety protocols and ethical standards.
• Professional Growth: Keep abreast of new developments in STEM education and scientific research through conferences, journals, and workshops.

Spiritual & Personal Nurturing (The Heart)

• Stewardship of Creation: Integrate the Holy Cross charism into classroom culture.
• Participation: Participate in school masses, prayer services, and other school‑wide faith formation events.

Professional & Supervisory Duties

• Student Supervision & Safety: Participate in advisory program and perform duties such as cafeteria supervision, study group or tutoring session monitoring, and…