Middle School Science Teacher

Middle School Science Teacher – Keys Gate Charter High School, Full‑time, Entry level.

Apply to teach middle school science in a dynamic charter environment that values innovation, student growth, and community partnership.

Salary: $47,000 – $58,000 per year. Actual pay will be based on experience and qualifications.

Create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines. Establish effective rapport with students, staff, and parents. Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation.

• Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the school's philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in the adopted curriculum.
• Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans maximizing teaching strategies and time on task.
• Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provides real‑world, application‑based examples.
• Reviews student records to understand each student’s abilities and needs. Maintains accurate and complete records.
• Strives to maximize each student’s educational achievement.
• Utilizes a variety of learning modalities and differentiated instruction within lessons.
• Employs diagnostic assessment frequently and uses data to inform instruction.
• Assesses strengths and weaknesses, provides appropriate activities, and generates progress reports as required.
• Refers students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
• Coordinates class field trips as required.
• Prepares students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Keeps current on subject‑matter knowledge and learning theory, and shares this knowledge for continual curriculum improvement.
• Assists in ongoing curriculum revision and selection of instructional materials.
• Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

• Creates a conducive learning environment appropriate for student maturity and interests.
• Maintains positive rapport with students, demonstrates patience, and nurtures growth.
• Ensures the classroom is clean, safe, and displays student‑generated work.
• Implements all relevant student conduct policies.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom and playground behavior and enforces them fairly.

• Develops lesson plans consistent with guidelines and goals.
• Plans individual and/or group learning activities to meet objectives and student needs.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows evidence of preparation at supervisory requests.
• Participates with staff in curriculum planning during meetings.
• Incorporates all diagnostic information required in student IEPs.
• Protects supplies, equipment, and materials needed for instruction.

• Establishes cooperative relations and communicates appropriately with parents and guardians.
• Collaborates with administration, staff, and CSUSA.
• Maintains student record confidentiality.
• Participates in parent communication activities.
• Participates in extracurricular activities to support positive school culture.

May perform other duties as assigned.

• Enthusiasm and commitment to the school’s mission and values.
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills with teachers, students, parents, community, and administration.
• Excellent oral, written, and negotiation communication skills.
• Consistent attendance and adherence to management directions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Student Information System, and email.
• Constantly seeks ways to improve quality and accuracy.
• Implements best practices and promotes positive character education.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent; possession of valid teaching certification.
• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of successful teaching experience, including internship if applicable.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Command of grade‑level content and learning theory, including…