Science Teacher - Schaefer Middle School

Science Teacher – Schaefer Middle School

Who We Are: The Springfield City School District, home to The John Legend Theatre, is seeking a Science Teacher at Schaefer Middle School for the 2026‑2027 school year. We are a nationally ranked Division I District serving approximately 7,500 Pre‑K through grade 12 students in a vibrant learning community of 17 state‑of‑the‑art buildings in west‑central Ohio. The District values the racial, ethnic and socioeconomic diversity of our student body, faculty, and staff.

Our academic and extracurricular aim is to ensure social and emotional learning growth for students with a wealth of opportunity, including a 1:1 initiative and the You Media Center, a digital learning lab offering activities such as 3‑D printing, graphic design, and videography.

• Current licensure issued by the Ohio Department of Education
• Be flexible in your work schedule and be willing to attend/participate in professional development sessions
• Be willing to serve on teams
• Have the ability to relate to and teach students with diverse backgrounds
• Demonstrate enthusiasm in your role

• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provide individualized and small‑group instruction to meet the needs of each student
• Use multiple approaches to instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of students
• Engage in active, hands‑on creative and innovative approaches to help students learn how to improve their skills
• Identify and build on student strengths
• Embrace, support, and follow all District enacted programming in the areas of academic, behavioral, and emotional support
• Facilitate ongoing assessments to determine the starting point for instruction, monitor instructional needs and evaluate student progress
• Evaluate, grade, and assess student work
• Maintain class records and report grades and progress at the end of the term
• Provide instruction to students with varying capabilities and needs with attention to SEL support
• Assist students in developing responsible behaviors and a positive work ethic
• Implement an effective program of instruction reflective of the Ohio Department of Education
• Interact with paraprofessionals, nurses, mental‑health specialists, and/or counselors to provide a safe and student‑centered environment
• Engage in collaborative planning with colleagues, supporting building and District‑level programs
• Communicate with parents and caregivers to address student/classroom issues
• Maintain a professional demeanor, exemplifying responsible leadership as a model for students
• Manage all situations in a positive and professional manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

As a contracted employee, work 183 days per year and 7.25 hours per day. Starting salary is in accordance with the negotiated agreement, increases with experience and education. Contracted employees receive competitive benefits. All employees receive professional development. The Springfield Education Association and the Board of Education are currently working on a new professional agreement; while that is in the works, please refer to the current agreement as to pay and benefits that are in place for the 2025‑26 school year.

Position Type: Full‑time

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• Posting School District: 200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402
• Phone: 937‑225‑4598
• Email: bonnie.terry