7th-8th Grade Science Teacher

Description

The Pay Range for the position is $62,113 - $100,310 based on Certification and years of experience

Under general direction, the Teacher creates and maintains an engaging, inclusive, and rigorous learning environment that supports student achievement and prepares learners for future academic, career, and life success. The Teacher plans, delivers, and assesses standards-based instruction; fosters critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving; and supports students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. Responsibilities include curriculum planning, classroom management, student assessment, differentiation of instruction to meet diverse learning needs, and participation in ongoing professional learning.

The Teacher collaborates with colleagues, families, and school staff to support student success, implements school-wide instructional and behavioral expectations, and maintains effective communication with students, parents/guardians, and other stakeholders.

• Develops and delivers rigorous, standards-aligned lessons that foster analytical thinking and subject-matter expertise.
• Utilizes differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learner styles and student needs.
• Assesses student progress toward academic learning objectives.
• Uses instructional techniques and materials appropriate to the subject area and students' developmental levels.
• Creates and modifies curriculum materials to enhance student learning and align with state and school standards.
• Designs assessments to measure student growth, competency, and skill mastery.
• Relays content in diverse ways (visual, verbal, written, hands-on, interactive) to maximize student engagement.
• Periodically evaluates the effectiveness of instruction and makes necessary adjustments.
• Integrates technology, project-based learning, and real-world applications into instruction.
• Teaches with calm, patience, and creativity while employing motivating methods.
• Develops and presents lessons whose performance objectives are understood by the students and are supportive of school goals and objectives.

• Establishes clear expectations and a structured classroom environment that promotes respect, responsibility, and academic excellence.
• Maintains proper control and a suitable learning environment.? Implements positive behavior interventions and restorative practices to support student success.
• Creates a positive and caring learning environment that fosters student success.? Monitors student progress on IEP goals and attends relevant meetings.
• Provides student performance data, work samples, and documentation to support progress monitoring and required reporting.
• Encourages active student participation through discussions, collaborative projects, and experiential learning.
• Responds to academic and behavioral inquiries from staff, students, and parents to provide information and/or refer to appropriate parties.
• Utilizes varied instructional strategies to accommodate different learning styles and abilities.
• Monitors student progress and provides timely feedback to students and parents.

• Uses data-driven instruction to guide lesson planning and student interventions.
• Maintains accurate student records, including grades, attendance, and assessment data, using Power Teacher Pro Gradebook/Google Classroom Gradebook in a timely manner.
• Inputs final grades into the grading system before established deadlines.
• Analyzes student performance to differentiate instruction and implement targeted supports.
• Identifies and supports the diverse learning needs of students, including those receiving special education services.
• Plans lessons with standards-based IEP goals in mind for students with disabilities.
• Cooperates with education specialists and paraprofessionals to provide necessary student accommodations.
• Supports college and career readiness by incorporating real-world skills, project-based learning, and post-secondary planning.
• Provides academic support and office hours for students as needed.

• Demonstrates and promotes punctuality and effective time management.
• Properly uses prep periods for instructional planning.
• Engages in professional development, workshops, and educational conferences to remain current on best practices.
• Participates in…