Middle School Science Teacher

APPLICANTS MUST MEET MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED.

SALARY IS COMMENSURATE UPON PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE AND VALID CERTIFICATION.

LOCATION: GEORGE I SANCHEZ CHARTER MIDDLE SCHOOL


* Please note, position may include Math crossover.

OBJECTIVE
We are seeking a passionate Middle School Science Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about educating students in various science disciplines and fostering a love for scientific inquiry.

RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans in line with the science curriculum
- Conduct laboratory experiments to demonstrate scientific principles
- Mentor and guide students in their research projects
- Utilize library services to enhance classroom learning
- Teach topics such as differential equations, organic chemistry, and discrete math
- Foster a positive learning environment through effective classroom management techniques

PROFESSIONALISM:

• To be punctual and be available in the school during official working hours.

• To comply with policies, standards, rules, regulations, and procedures of the school.

• To take precautions to protect student records, equipment, materials, and facilities.

• To participate responsibly in the school's improvement initiatives.

• To demonstrate timeliness and attendance for assigned responsibilities.

• To work collaboratively with other professionals and staff.

• To provide and accept evaluative feedback in a professional manner.

• Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about school personnel.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Must be an innovative, passionate, and energetic leader in the classroom.

• Proven experience as a teacher.

• Positive Attitude.

• Team player in meeting targeted goals.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Well-organized and committed.

• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

• Creative and energetic in creating and maintaining a positive and safe learning environment.

• To demonstrate the ability to perform teaching or other responsibilities, including good work habits, reliability, punctuality, and follow-through on commitments.

• To demonstrate skill when managing student behavior, intervening, and resolving discipline problems.

• To model good social skills, leadership, and civic responsibility.

• To model and promote empathy, compassion, patience, and respect for the gender, ethnic, religious, cultural, and learning diversity of students.

• Mediation skills for resolving conflicts between students.

• To foster student self-control, self-discipline, and responsibility to others.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
- Bachelor's degree in education or related field;
Master's degree preferred
- Proven experience in teaching science subjects at the secondary level
- Ability to calculate and explain complex scientific concepts in an understandable manner
- Strong research skills to support student inquiries
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively educate and engage students