Secondary Science Teacher - Poughkeepsie Middle School

Secondary Science Teacher - Poughkeepsie Middle School

• Position Type:
  Middle School Teaching/ Science
• Date Posted: 7/1/2026
• Location:
  
  Poughkeepsie Middle School
• Date Available:
  
  09/01/2026

BOARD OF EDUCATION

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES

18 SOUTH PERRY STREET

RECRUITMENT BULLETIN #: 25-26-284 SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER

VACANCY

JULY 2026 POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

The Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Gregory Mott, is interested in receiving applications from qualified candidates for the position of:

SECONDARY SCIENCE TEACHER

VACANCY

POUGHKEEPSIE MIDDLE SCHOOL

New York State Teacher Certification required in content area. Graduate of a 4 year regionally accredited college or a higher institution approved by the New York State Department of Education.

The Poughkeepsie City School District (PCSD) is committed to providing students and parents with pathways to opportunity that will lead to achievement and success. Through student-centered effective and transformational leadership, school and community engagement, and an unrelenting pursuit to achieve greater school outcomes for children, the Poughkeepsie City Schools is focused on developing and growing greater access, equity, opportunity, and quality across PCSD.

To provide quality educational instruction that advances student development through challenging and rigorous activities. Key instructional responsibilities include student's skill development, creation of positive mindsets, problem-solving skills, active participation, resilience and good citizenship. Work closely with parents to promote student growth and development.

• Plan, prepare and deliver instructional lessons that facilitate active learning experiences;
• Develop lesson plans and assessments;
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities;
• Prepare the classroom for student activities;
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities;
• Identify and utilize various instructional resources and methods to support the learning needs of students at varying levels of progress;
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and technology;
• Provide for the care and protection of school property;
• Use relevant technology to support instruction;
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development;
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assignments as appropriate;
• Provide appropriate feedback on student work to promote growth and advancement;
• Monitor and encourage individual student progress;
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development;
• Update records accurately and completely as required by laws and district policies;
• Prepare required reports on students and activities when necessary;
• Manage student behavior and maintain discipline by establishing classroom rules and procedures and enforcing classroom, school, and district rules and procedures;
• Participate in department, school, and district meetings and professional development activities as appropriate;
• Stay current with the most recent developments in appropriate subject area as initiated by the school or district;
• Foster and maintain effective communication with parents and/or guardians;
• Maintain records of any required science labs for future reference;
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Appointment will be made by the Board of Education upon the recommendation of the Superintendent following assessment of training, experience, certifications, credentials and evaluation of service. Personal interviews shall be conducted where appropriate.

The Poughkeepsie City School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, age, or marital status; nor does it apply any other arbitrary measure which would tend to deprive persons of their constitutional rights.