Junior High School Science Teacher

Overview

Junior High School Science Teacher -  School Year (OPEN UNTIL FILLED)

POSITION TITLE: Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS :

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor Degree required
• Valid Arizona Teacher certificate with Required Endorsements-
• Meet federal highly qualified teacher requirements
• Experience as a teacher
• Criminal justice/Fingerprint clearance

REPORTS TO: Principal and/or other Supervisor

SUMMARY: Provides support to the instructional process as a teacher with responsibility for supervising students within the classroom and other assigned areas. This includes developing lesson plans and delivering group and/or individual instruction within established curriculum guidelines, collaborating with other teachers, professionals, and administrators, and addressing instructional and/or classroom issues. The classroom teacher also responds to inquiries from students’ parents or guardians regarding the instructional program and student progress.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer the curriculum guides of the District based on state adopted standards
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials based on district curriculum guides, standards, and expectations; include emergency plans for absence and/or illness
• Establish and communicate well-defined objectives for each lesson, including relevant projects and activities
• Translate lesson plans into learning experiences reflecting research-based instructional strategies, using a variety of instructional methods (inquiries, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.) to address the needs of students
• Communicate and plan with staff for meaningful instruction of shared students in programs such as special education, CTE, ELL, etc.
• Attend staff meetings and district in-service programs
• Serve on school and district committees as requested
• Discharge instructional and non-instructional school-related activities in a thorough and timely manner
• Supervise, evaluate, and provide work assignments to instructional assistants and/or student teachers; may supervise classified staff
• Participate in professional decision making and contribute to a positive educational environment
• Participate in professional development to maintain Arizona certification
• Evaluate and maintain accurate reports of student progress, including attendance, grades, and special program requirements
• Identify and refer unusual student behavior to the appropriate specialists
• Report injuries or illnesses to the site nurse and principal
• Enforce and follow the school and district discipline plan
• Supervise students on school grounds and at events
• Know and observe Board policies and regulations
• Account for and maintain inventory of classroom, school, and district property as required
• Follow school regulations regarding emergency procedures
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student needs and progress
• Maintain required records as directed by site and district administration

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Knowledge of instructional techniques and methods for working with children
• Knowledge of data usage including research, collection, analysis, synthesis, interpretation, and reporting
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to perform detailed mathematical computations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply common sense to solve practical problems
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, parents, and community
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation without an emotional response

Computer Proficiency
:
Demonstrated general proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.

SALARY PLACEMENT is dependent upon education/experience;
plus a competitive benefits package which includes:

• District paid health benefits at 100% (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance)
• Arizona State Retirement System
• 301 money of approximately $5,000 per year
• 4-Day School Week

Discrimination Statement: Bisbee Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of its operations, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Questions or complaints regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator at 519 W Melody Lane, Bisbee, AZ 85603, or by phone at .

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $33,500 to $57,220 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
Science:
General

• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.

• Maria Flores
• 519 W. Melody Ln., Bisbee, AZ 85603
• Phone:
• Email: mflores.az.us