DHS - SCIENCE TEACHER

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university.
• Current Kansas State Teaching License on file in the Central Office.
• Desire to continue career improvement.

Essential Functions

• Use planning and preparation time effectively.
• Promote a positive classroom environment.
• Provide quality instruction.
• Demonstrate appropriate professional responsibilities.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.
• Comply with all district policies, rules and regulations.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
• Occasionally requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.
• Occasionally requires the ability to stoop, bend and reach.
• Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.
• Must be able to work in noisy and crowded environments.
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

General Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of students.
• Select instructional goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of resources.
• Create coherent instruction.
• Assess student learning.
• Create an environment of respect and rapport.
• Establish a culture for learning.
• Manage classroom procedures.
• Manage student behavior.
• Organize physical space.
• Communicate clearly and accurately with all members of the school district and community.
• Use questioning and discussion techniques.
• Engage students in learning.
• Provide feedback to students.
• Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness.
• Reflect on teaching.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to the school and district.
• Grow and develop professionally.
• Cookordination and supervision of field trips.
• Assist with the activities of student organizations.
• Attend and assist when necessary with school events such as musical programs, athletics, student recognition ceremonies, graduation and open house.
• See that district policies are observed during all activities.
• Obtain advance approval of the principal for all activities and expenditures.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies.