8th Grade Science teacher - Vacancy ID: 254725

This position is responsible for providing science education services to middle school students in a classroom and laboratory setting by instructing students, maintaining student discipline and being responsible for student academic achievement.

Position-Specific Responsibilities:

Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Implements the 8th grade science curriculum with a focus on earth science.
• Follows and maintains knowledge of all System policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains a classroom environment conducive to effective learning within the limits of the resources provided by the System.
• Plans a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
• Assists in the selection of books, equipment, lab supplies and other instructional materials.
• Instructs students and assigns relevant homework.
• Grades papers, assignments, labs and assessments promptly and accurately.
• Prepares and administers subject/topical specific tests and labs to measure student abilities and progress.
• Prepares report cards and progress reports.
• Completes required paperwork in specified time and manner.
• Designs and implements appropriate instruction of subject assigned in accordance with students' needs, System curriculum and state standards.
• Prepares, sets-up and cleans-up science lab activities.
• Supervises students in hallways before, after and between classes, during FLEX, & at special events.
• Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents/guardians concerning the academic and behavioral progress of their students through conferences, telephone calls and/or e-mail.
• Promptly reports any serious accident or illness affecting students in the teacher's charge or any incident which might affect the school, teachers or students therein.
• Uses a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media, consistent with the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
• Takes all responsible precautions to provide for health and safety of the students and to protect equipment, materials and facilities.
• Appropriately maintains and secures confidential records and inquiries.
• Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, curriculum and instructional methods.
• Professionally represents the school and the System in interactions with parents, guardians, community, staff and students.
• Complies with applicable System, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations.
• Attends work regularly and is punctual.
• Attends staff meeting and inservice trainings as required