Science​/Chemistry

Job Specific Information:
Applicants applying to this posting will be considered for the hiring pool for the  school year. Applicants must be eligible for certification as a middle school science teacher and submit required documentation to be considered for the pool. The wage range for this position is a salary between $66,690 and $135,745 based on education and experience.

Science Teachers

Seeking science teacher candidates to provide instruction so that all students achieve full science-technology-engineering-math (STEM) literacy through seamlessly integrated instruction that is project-problem- and standards-based. The Montgomery County Public Schools Science curriculum is available at: www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/curriculum/science .

This ad is posted to create a pool of qualified candidates and not for a specific vacancy. Qualified candidates will be referred for specific vacancies as they occur.

Under direction of the school principal, plans and provides for appropriate learning experiences for students. Provides an atmosphere and environment conducive to the intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of individuals to ensure success for every student. Develops, selects, and differentiates instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students. Maintains appropriate records, follows required procedures and practices, and uses data analysis to monitor student achievement.

Meets Maryland State Department of Education certification requirements in appropriate field of education.

Knowledge of the MCPS curriculum, content expertise, techniques for integrating curriculum, MCPS policies, and effective instructional practices. Ability to use a variety of instructional and behavioral management strategies and techniques integrating reading, writing, math, and technology throughout the content areas. Commitment to the belief that all students can learn characterized by high content and high expectations for all learners. Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, central office and school based staff, students, parents and community demonstrating organizational agility.

Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.

Bachelor's degree in applicable field of education from an accredited college or university. Certification in a content area is desirable.