Biology Teacer

Biology Teacher

Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with DA or DX (preferred)

ESL Endorsement Preferred

Plan challenging, engaging lessons and a curriculum that align with the school's mission and vision and help students meet high academic expectations. Be a reflective practitioner, open to continuous learning. Empower students to be self-directed in establishing a positive culture and climate. Engage in school improvement planning. Actively engage in an organizational culture that relentlessly pursues excellence. Work and plan collaboratively.

Plan and deliver engaging Biology instruction aligned with Michigan Science Standards. Design inquiry-based lessons that emphasize scientific investigation, data analysis, and real-world application. Conduct safe and effective laboratory experiences while maintaining all laboratory safety procedures and equipment. Differentiate instruction to meet the academic, social, and emotional needs of all learners. Use formative and summative assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction accordingly.

Foster a classroom culture that promotes curiosity, collaboration, critical thinking, and scientific literacy. Collaborate with colleagues in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to improve instructional practices and student achievement. Maintain accurate student records and grades, and communicate with parents and guardians. Participate in IEP, Section 504, and MTSS processes as appropriate. Support school initiatives and contribute positively to the school community.

Maintain professional growth through ongoing learning and district professional development. Utilizes various instructional skills and methods; varies instructional modes to accommodate student needs, interests, learning styles, and ability levels; provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of students. In cooperation with the school administration, maintains school standards of pupil behavior required to provide an orderly and productive environment.

Assess each student's progress; prepare, document, and communicate progress reports to students, parents, and school administration. Perform basic student attendance accounting and maintain and submit, upon request, accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations. Involve parents in setting learning goals and integrate parents into the learning processes. Administer student assessments and use the resulting data to improve student learning.

Attend and participate in staff meetings and district meetings as assigned. Other duties as assigned.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 25 pounds in supplies, which requires bending, stooping, and lifting. The employee must be able to use various instructional materials in the classroom.

The employee must use their hands and arms to manipulate objects. The employee must use keyboards, tools, and other controls. The employee must sit and stand for long periods. The employee must have normal vision and hearing with or without aid. The employee must be able to move about the assigned location unaided during the day.

Reports To:

Building Principal

Evaluation:
Annual

Salary:
Commensurate with CFT Contract Salary Schedule

Effective Date: 2025-26 School Year

Method Of Application:
Qualified and interested persons must apply online by going to the Crestwood Home page under employment. Please include a letter of interest, resume, letters of recommendation, and a copy of certificate(s) and transcripts. We no longer accept paper applications delivered by mail, in person, by fax, or by email. If your qualifications meet our needs, we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.

Crestwood Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.