Secondary Science Teacher (Physical Science)

The Secondary Math Teacher is responsible for promoting the student philosophy during the academic instruction of the classroom. The teacher must demonstrate strong content knowledge in their academic teaching area as well as a climate of “respect” to ensure a strong academic environment. The teacher should demonstrate an attitude of preparation for the classroom to maximize the total student academic learning. The teacher must also demonstrate leadership in student development.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree with major or minor in science

Valid Arkansas teaching certification with required endorsements

One (1) - three (3) years of relevant experience preferred

Measurable evidence of driving student achievement gains

Ability to work effectively in a team environment and the willingness and desire to support others in doing their best work

To be an effective educator in the classroom

To assist in maintaining high academic standards for all students

Possesses the ability to implement relationships with district staff/parents and communicate effectively with these individuals

Sound knowledge of curriculum and instruction

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

Teaches content and skills in science to secondary pupils, utilizing course of study adopted by the Arkansas Department of Education

Creates lesson plans, administers praise and constructive criticism, instructs students on the subject of science and creates a well-rounded, comprehensive instructional program.

Attends seminars and workshops to keep updated about development in the field of science

Continuously plans, prepares, and implements a science curriculum that incorporates skills and experiences

Participates in professional development and growth activities

Serves as effective and knowledgeable high school science team member

Participates in and contribute to the (all-school) science department

Continually assesses student progress toward mastery and keep students and parents well informed of student progress by collecting and tracking data, providing daily feedback, and weekly assessments

Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. or more.

Working Environment:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.