Science Teacher

Essential Functions

• Adapts classroom work to provide students with instructional materials that address individualized learning plans within established lesson plans.
• Administers developmental testing programs and/or subject specific assessments to assess student competency levels and develop individual learning plans.
• Advise parents and/or legal guardians on student progress to communicate expectations, achievements, and methods for improvement or reinforcement of classroom goals in the home environment.
• Affirmatively assess student progress towards objectives, expectations, and/or goals to provide feedback to students, parents, and administration.
• Collaborate with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents or guardians, and community resources to improve overall student outcomes and achieve established classroom objectives in support of the school improvement plan.
• Demonstrate methods required to perform classroom and/or subject specific assignments to provide an effective program that addresses individual student requirements.
• Direct others working with and/or helping the teacher in the learning environment to provide an effective classroom program and address the needs of individual students.
• Instruct students to improve their academic success through a defined course of study.
• Manage student behavior to provide a safe and optimal learning environment.
• Maintain students in a variety of educational environments (classroom, field trips, etc.) to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Participate in a variety of meetings (Professional Learning Communities, etc.) to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.
• Prepare a variety of written materials (grades, attendance, anecdotal records, meeting minutes, etc.) to document student progress and meet mandated requirements.
• Report suspected child or substance abuse to assigned site administrator to maintain student personal safety, a positive learning environment, and adhere to regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Respond to inquiries from a variety of sources (other teachers, parents, administrators, industry-specific organizations, etc.) to resolve issues, provide information, and/or direct.
• Respond to emergency situations (student behavior problems, health emergencies, security threats, etc.) to resolve immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Marginal Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Skills-Based Competencies

• Applies assessment instruments.
• Operates standard office equipment including pertinent software applications.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records.
• Adheres to safety practices and procedures.
• Administers first aid.
• Analyzes data.
• Applies physical restraint practices.
• Plans and manages projects.
• Promotes activities and/or events.
• Uses curriculum and instructional techniques.

Knowledge-Based Competencies

• Appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws.
• Age appropriate activities.
• Lesson plan requirements.
• Stages of child development.
• Behavioral management strategies.
• Assessment instruments and techniques.
• Classroom instructional media and technology.
• Cultural differences of student population.
• Current and emerging curricula.
• Health standards and hazards.
• Community resources.
• Methods of instruction and training.
• Office equipment and technology.
• School safety and security practices.

Ability-Based Competencies

• Establish and maintain constructive relationships.
• Adapt to changing work priorities.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Exhibit tact and patience.
• Work flexible hours.
• Communicate with persons of diverse backgrounds.
• Deal with frequent interruptions.
• Meet deadlines and schedules.
• Organize tasks.
• Set priorities.
• Work as part of a team.
• Work extended hours.
• Work with detailed information/data.
• Work with frequent interruptions.

Requirements

• Valid teaching certificate in the assigned teaching field.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.
• Frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling.
• Significant fine finger dexterity.
• 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.

Continuing Education/Training

• Maintains all licenses and certifications.

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Background Clearance.

Note

• Note: Experience in nontraditional environments and blended learning preferred.