Chemistry Teacher

Position Type:

High School Teaching/Science - Chemistry

Date Posted:

9/16/2025

Location:

East Haven High School

Date Available:

ASAP

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Anticipated East Haven High School Chemistry Teacher

East Haven Board of Education

Salary: As stipulated in the EHEA/ Board Agreement

Job Title: High School Chemistry Teacher

Reports To: Assistant Principal

Location: East Haven High School

Level: Grades 9-12

Education: The successful candidate must hold current CT certification in chemistry (7-12) (031) as well as at least one additional science certification; Preferably Physics 7-12 (032).

The successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of:

developing students' understanding of chemistry concepts and skills

developing lessons that are aligned to the Common Core State Standards as well as Next Generation Science Standards

integrating technology and digital resources into instruction

strong classroom management and organizational skills

differentiation

content area literacy

assessment (summative and formative)

Responsibilities & Duties:

Create a classroom environment that supports students' development of chemistry content knowledge, conceptual understanding, and related skills, knowledge and successful experience

Implementing research-based instructional practices

Using a variety of assessment tools and analyzing student data to drive instruction

Communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers, support staff, and administrators

Think flexibly and adapt to the specific instructional needs of students

Collect data to measure impact on instruction and student achievement

Develop goals related to teacher practice, student growth and school improvement

Develop and revise curriculum and various types of assessments that align with district initiatives

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions and responsibilities which comprise this position.