Science Teacher - High school

Overview

The School City of Hammond is seeking a Science Teacher for Middle School with 2 openings. The teacher will plan, carry out, evaluate, and supervise instructional activities in the science subject area for groups and individual students. The teacher will also advise students in community internships, work experience, and academic activities.

The School City of Hammond is a progressive educational community of approximately 12,200 culturally diverse scholars and over 2,000 employees. The district is comprised of 9 elementary schools (grades K-6), two middle schools (grades 7-8) and two high schools (grades 9-12) and the Area Career Center. The district also offers preschool and specialty programs. The district embraces diversity and communicates consistently high expectations, providing a rich and challenging learning environment that encourages academic excellence and talent development.

District leadership offers professional growth opportunities guided by data-driven, research-based strategies, assessments, and timely interventions. SCH emphasizes sound governance, accountability, and community partnerships.

• Develop curriculum to meet developmental goals and instructional activities
• Post syllabus, projects/lessons, and grades to the server accessible to students, parents, and the community
• Maintain a classroom environment consistent with codes of conduct and conducive to positive learning
• Use rubric-based authentic assessment methods to evaluate student progress and adapt programs to student needs
• Communicate openly with families, co-workers, supervisors, and other school staff
• Provide progress reports on students’ academic progress as required
• Communicate electronically with students, parents, and staff regarding student progress, attendance, and behavior
• Attend conferences and workshops for professional development
• Collaborate with other personnel to improve instructional programs and school operations
• Provide a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Physical demands are representative of essential functions; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
• Valid Indiana State Teacher’s License or eligibility for a license for the corresponding age/grade level
• 2 years of teaching experience
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills
• Ability to build professional relationships with families and students
• Experience developing and implementing curriculum
• Physical ability to handle frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and moving throughout the room
• Proven ability to maintain a safe and studious classroom environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum

• Sign-on bonus up to $7,500

It is the policy of the School City of Hammond not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by applicable civil rights laws.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Education and Training
• Industries:
  Primary and Secondary Education