Anticipated Middle School Science Teacher (7th & 8th grade) 2026-2027 School Year

Science Teacher, Middle School

To create a flexible Middle School program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with pupils; to motivate pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for Middle School grade education, in accordance with each pupil's ability; to establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaches district approved curriculum.
• Meets and instructs assigned classes in the location and at the times designated.
• Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulation and procedures of the school district.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional material in one or more academic, technical, or vocational subjects using a variety of techniques and appealing to various learning styles as assigned.
• Provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Creates a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students.
• Develops a comprehensive classroom management plan (classroom procedures, grading policies, and attendance expectations) and updates annually.
• Communicates regularly with parents outside normal classroom day by means of newsletters, notes, phone calls, conferences, etc.
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve an effective learning atmosphere.
• Evaluates pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports. Contacts parents at first sign of behavioral and/or academic problems.
• Identifies pupil needs and makes appropriate referrals and develops strategies for individual education plans.
• Is available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day.
• Plans and coordinates the work of paraprofessionals, parents, and volunteers in the classroom and on educational (field) trips.
• Reviews and implements students IEP's and 504 plans. Provides feedback to the appropriate staff regarding the progress or regression of the student.
• Refers students to support services as warranted.
• Creates an environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, interest centers and exhibits of student's work.
• Works with other professional staff on curriculum studies and related committees.
• Actively participates in regular staff and professional development activities.
• Reviews email and voicemail communications regularly and responds as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable in person attendance.
• Follows all Board of Education policies, administrative regulations, district policies and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of records and student matters.
• Conduct oneself in a professional and respectful manner at all times.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or

Experience:

Bachelor degree.

• Bachelor of Arts/Sciences degree in education from an accredited college/university.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with DA or DI endorsement.
• Additional endorsements preferred.
• Ongoing maintenance of all requirements regarding professional courses and in-services required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises the behavior of students, paraprofessionals, and volunteers in the classroom, on school grounds and on educational trips ensuring behaviors are safe and respectful.

Qualification Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language

Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of administrators, staff, students and the general public.

Mathematical

Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Other

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective…