Science and Environmental Sustainability Teacher

Science and Environmental Sustainability Teacher

Southwest Licking Local School District Watkins Middle School - Pataskala, Ohio

• Job : 5744607
• Final date to receive applications: Jun 07, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
• Posted: May 28, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)

At Southwest Licking Schools, we believe in the power of positive relationships, and we are committed to fostering a thriving environment for our staff, students, and the entire community. Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our unwavering focus on academics, athletics, and the arts.

Love Science & Environmental Sustainability? Passionate about Project-Based Learning? We're seeking a dynamic teacher to lead our students through a year of hands‑on discovery. Come help us inspire the next generation of innovators in an environment that values creativity and collaboration!

Supervisor: Assigned Administrator/Supervisor

Building: Watkins Middle School

Salary: Based on the negotiated agreement

Job Objective: Plans, implements and assesses student learning experience

• Holds/maintains required state department of education credential. (4-9 license)
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Effective communication, problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) or similar training may be required for some assignments.

1. Maintains a thorough understanding of subject matter and pedagogy. Organizes subject content and learning goals that support high levels of student achievement.

• Prepares instructional materials. Teaches assigned students and subject matters as scheduled.
• Develops and implements lesson plans aligned with state standards and district curriculum goals.
• Evaluates student academic needs and learning styles.
• Differentiates instructional techniques to effectively advance student learning.
• Facilitates the integration of new technology in all areas of the curriculum.
• Uses formal and informal assessment strategies to monitor student progress.
• Collaboratively resolves problems that impede student learning. Helps develop and implement evidence‑based interventions that produce tangible benefits within defined time‑frames.
• Facilitates/supports the least restrictive environment for the placement of students with disabilities.
• Serves as a resource for the development and implementation of 504, IDP and health care plans.
• Advocates for students. Observes student demeanor. Investigates/reports atypical behavior.
• Helps student make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes creativity, critical thinking, cultural awareness, democratic values, empathy, ethical conduct and self‑reliance skills.
• Evaluates student achievement/performance. Prepares progress reports.
• Regularly communicates academic, behavioral and social‑emotional related matters to parents.
• Proctors state and district testing activities. Upholds mandated security procedures.
• Ensures student list and teaching materials are readily available for substitutes.

2. Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.

• Acts in accordance with the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators
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• Complies with drug‑free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.
• Encourages community involvement in school-sponsored activities.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relations with co‑workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Participates in the development of best practices and advancement of academic standards.
• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.

3. Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Prepares and maintains accurate…