High School Science-Chemistry

Position Type

High School Teaching / Science - Chemistry

5/20/2026

08/20/2026

Districtwide

Waterbury Public Schools

High School Science (Chemistry) - Teaching and Learning Department

Receives administrative direction from the Principal or other administrative official of a higher grade

This class is accountable for teaching occupational, career and technical, or vocational subjects as defined by applicable laws and regulations at various District schools.

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Valid Connecticut State Board of Education teaching certificate and Chemistry 7‑12 (031) endorsement(s) or other appropriate endorsement(s).
• May be required to possess a current Motor Vehicle operator’s license.
• In addition to the checking of references and facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made prior to appointment.

• Considerable knowledge of core curriculum areas for which the teacher is responsible, including specialized knowledge in certain fields such as reading, mathematics, science, business, music, art, languages, and so forth.
• Considerable knowledge of educational philosophy, teaching methods and approaches, and currently researched best practices and strategies.
• Knowledge of child development, classroom management techniques, instructional technologies, learner outcomes, learning theory, student learning styles and needs, and theories of multiple intelligences.
• Knowledge of multicultural, gender and disability fair curriculum concepts.
• Knowledge of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Scientific Research Based Interventions (SRBI); some knowledge of community resources.
• Skills in classroom management and organization, classroom presentation, human relations, mediation, conflict management, interpersonal interactions, and maintaining and developing reports.
• Ability and flexibility to interact effectively with students, parents, and other school staff, the administration, and community members of diverse ethnic/racial and socioeconomic backgrounds; ability to adapt teaching styles to diverse student populations.
• Ability to apply the principles of PBIS and SRBI; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to evaluate student performance and present these evaluations to foster higher student achievement.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible; ability to plan and implement lesson plans based upon District and school goals, as well as the objectives, needs and abilities of students; ability to provide appropriate instruction in core subjects.
• Ability to utilize computer and multimedia technology, as appropriate; ability to work in a cooperative learning environment; ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Adapts teaching methods and instructional materials to meet student’s varied needs and interests.
• Administers tests to assess educational needs or progress.
• Advises students on academic or career matters.
• Applies multiple teaching methods.
• Assigns and grades class work and homework; assigns class work to students.
• Assists students with special educational needs.
• Attends professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Attends staff meetings and serves on committees, as required.
• Collaborates with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of school programs; collaborates with other teaching professionals to develop educational programs.
• Confers with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
• Creates technology-based learning materials.
• Develops instructional objectives; develops strategies or programs for students with special needs; discusses problems or issues with supervisors.
• Discusses student progress with parents or guardians; distributes instructional or library materials; enforces all administration policies and rules governing students;…